Practice test 1 of 10 — Queensland road rules test

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1. Question 1: D. Move left when it is safe, so it can pass

   You must move out of an emergency vehicle's path as soon as it is safe; moving left gives it a clear run down the road.

   Handbook: Your keys — Emergency vehicles (p. 137)

2. Question 2: C. On school days, during the hours on the sign

   School zone limits only apply on school days during the hours shown on the sign, so read the sign and check the time.

   Handbook: Your keys — School speed zones (p. 73)

3. Question 3: C. Give way to the walker and to traffic on the street

   When you leave a driveway, you must give way to pedestrians and riders on the footpath and to vehicles on the road you are entering.

   Handbook: Your keys — Giving way when entering or leaving a road (p. 88)

4. Question 4: D. Give way to it, even though your light is green

   You must give way to an emergency vehicle using its siren or flashing lights, even on a green light and even if it seems to have slowed.

   Handbook: Your keys — Emergency vehicles (p. 137)

5. Question 5: A. Signal right and give way to traffic on the continuing road

   Leaving a continuing road that bends left means you must signal right and give way to vehicles travelling along the continuing road.

   Handbook: Your keys — Giving way at a T-intersection (p. 86)

6. Question 6: C. Signal for at least five seconds and give way

   When you drive out from a parked position, you must signal for at least five seconds and give way to all other vehicles.

   Handbook: Your keys — Giving way from a parked position (p. 88)

7. Question 7: D. Stay stopped until the lights stop flashing

   You must not enter a level crossing while the warning lights, bells or boom gates are operating, even if no train is in sight.

   Handbook: Your keys — Railway level crossings (p. 102)

8. Question 8: A. Stop fully behind the line, then give way

   At a STOP sign you must stop completely just behind the stop line, then give way to traffic, even if the road looks clear.

   Handbook: Your keys — STOP signs (p. 82)

9. Question 9: A. When it is signalling to turn right from the centre

   You may overtake on the left when the vehicle ahead is turning right or making a U-turn from the centre of the road and is signalling right.

   Handbook: Your keys — Overtaking on the left (p. 95)

10. Question 10: B. Do not pass it; slow down and be ready to stop

    You must not overtake a vehicle that has stopped at a pedestrian crossing, and you must give way to anyone on or entering it.

    Handbook: Your keys — Giving way at pedestrian and children's crossings (p. 87)

11. Question 11: C. When the rear escort driver signals you to pass

    Wait until the rear escort vehicle driver signals that you can pass. Then pass the escorts and the oversize vehicle in one move.

    Handbook: Your keys — Pilot vehicles (p. 139)

12. Question 12: D. They will be banned from driving for a set time

    A drink driving conviction means you are banned (disqualified) from driving for a set time, as well as fined.

    Handbook: Your keys — Alcohol and drugs (p. 103)

13. Question 13: D. When all other seats hold children under 7

    A child aged 4 to under 7 may sit in the front row only if all other seats are taken by children under 7.

    Handbook: Your keys — A guide to child restraints (p. 153)

14. Question 14: D. The other car, as you turn across its path

    Once both drivers have stopped and given way to other traffic, the car turning right must give way because it turns across the other car's path.

    Handbook: Your keys — Giving way (p. 83)

15. Question 15: A. Stop and wait for the train to pass

    At a level crossing you must give way to trains, so stop and wait for the train to pass when you hear or see one.

    Handbook: Your keys — Railway level crossings (p. 102)

16. Question 16: A. Slow down, and stop if needed, to let it go

    At this sign you slow down, and stop if you need to, so that traffic on the other road can go first.

    Handbook: Your keys — Giving way (p. 82)

17. Question 17: C. Keep a steady speed and let it pass

    If a heavy vehicle wants to pass you, do not speed up. Keep a steady speed so it can pass safely.

    Handbook: Your keys — Sharing the road safely with heavy vehicles (p. 139)

18. Question 18: A. A red P on a white background

    P1 drivers must show a red P on a white background, while P2 drivers show a green P.

    Handbook: Your keys — Provisional licences (p. 36)

19. Question 19: A. Its own working brakes

    A trailer with a loaded weight of more than 750 kg needs an efficient braking system of its own.

    Handbook: Your keys — Towing a trailer or caravan (p. 156)

20. Question 20: C. Workers may be out of sight and the road may have changed

    Roadworkers may not always be visible, and the road may be uneven, narrower or covered in loose gravel. That is why the lower limit applies.

    Handbook: Your keys — Reduced speed limits through roadworks (p. 101)

21. Question 21: A. At least 20

    You must be at least 20 to get an open licence, even if you have finished your P plate time.

    Handbook: Your keys — Open licences (p. 39)

22. Question 22: C. Oncoming traffic, as the road gets narrower

    This sign warns that the road narrows ahead, so take care with oncoming traffic and keep well to the left.

    Handbook: Your keys — Warning signs (p. 65)

23. Question 23: D. It is suspended until the court deals with the charge

    A charge with a BAC of 0.10 or more means your licence is suspended at once until the court deals with the charge.

    Handbook: Your keys — Licence sanctions (p. 165)

24. Question 24: D. Allow extra room for the trailer

    When turning, allow extra room for the trailer, because it is longer and wider than your car alone.

    Handbook: Your keys — Towing a trailer or caravan (p. 156)

25. Question 25: A. No, each person needs their own belt

    Everyone in the car must have their own seatbelt. Two people must never share one belt.

    Handbook: Your keys — Correct seatbelt and child restraint use (p. 152)

26. Question 26: B. Move back to the left lane when it is safe

    On this road the right lane is for overtaking, so once you have passed the car you move back to the left lane when it is safe.

    Handbook: Your keys — Signs and signals (p. 63)

27. Question 27: D. A road crossing yours, with cars from both sides

    This sign warns of a crossroad ahead, so watch for vehicles coming from both the left and the right.

    Handbook: Your keys — Warning signs (p. 65)

28. Question 28: B. Once the authorities say the road is open again

    Even as flood water goes down, do not drive over the road or bridge until the authorities have declared it open again.

    Handbook: Your keys — Road closures due to flooding and wet weather (p. 151)

29. Question 29: D. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if it is safe

    Many medicines can affect driving, so ask your doctor or pharmacist if it is safe to drive while taking it.

    Handbook: Your keys — Alcohol and drugs (p. 105)

30. Question 30: A. Well back, at a safe gap, behind the centre line

    Stay back at a safe following distance, without crossing the centre line, until it is safe to overtake.

    Handbook: Your keys — Overtaking a heavy vehicle (p. 138)