G1 document questions

Question 1

A flashing red light at an intersection means…

Answer 1

Stop, proceed only when it is safe to do so.

Question 2

If the signal light changes from green to amber as you approach an intersection, what must you do?

Answer 2

Stop. If a stop cannot be made, then proceed safely with caution.

Question 3

When a flashing green light is shown at an intersection…

Answer 3

You may proceed straight through or turn to the left or right.

Question 4

When a red signal light with a green arrow is shown at an intersection, it means…

Answer 4

Proceed with caution in the direction of the arrow.

Question 5

Upon approaching an intersection marked with a “yield” sign, you are required to…

Answer 5

Enter intersection only when the way is clear.

Question 6

When approaching an intersection where a stop sign face you, what does the law require you to do?

Answer 6

Stop and proceed when it is safe to do so.

Question 7

Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed on a highway outside of a city, town, village or built up area is..?

Answer 7

80 km/h (50 m/h).

Question 8

How close to a fire hydrant can you legally park?

Answer 8

3 metres (10 feet).

Question 9

When two cars reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, the right-of-way should be given to…

Answer 9

The one approaching from the right.

Question 10

When approaching a red traffic signal light and a policeman motions you to go through, you must…

Answer 10

Go through at once.

Question 11

Most automobile skids are the result of…

Answer 11

Driving too fast.

Question 12

Every accident must be reported to the police when there is personal injury or when the damage apparently exceeds…

Answer 12

$2000

Question 13

At an intersection where there is a flashing amber traffic light, you must…

Answer 13

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Question 14

When driving in heavy fog, you should use…

Answer 14

Low beam headlights.

Question 15

When 3 cars approach a four way stop sign at an intersection, the right-of-way should go to…

Answer 15

The car that stopped first.

Question 16

When a school bus stops with red signals flashing, the law requires drivers of other vehicles to….

Answer 16

Stop until the bus proceeds or the signal lights are no longer operating.

Question 17

The distance the law requires drivers to stop behind a school bus when the red signals are flashing is…

Answer 17

20 metres (60 feet).

Question 18

Before a pedestrian crossover, the “X” marking on the roadway means…

Answer 18

No passing from the “X” until passed the crossover.

Question 19

A flashing blue light on a motor vehicle indicates…

Answer 19

Snow removal equipment.

Question 20

When you are deciding whether or not to make a U turn, your first consideration should be to check…

Answer 20

Traffic regulation.

Question 21

Where there are no posted speed limits, the maximum speed in cities, towns and villages is…?

Answer 21

50 km/h.

Question 22

While you are driving with a G1 license, you must not drive between…?

Answer 22

Midnight and 5 AM.

Question 23

A flashing yellow beacon above an intersection…?

Answer 23

Warns you to drive with caution.

Question 24

Most skids are a result of…?

Answer 24

Driving too fast, hard braking, accelerating too quickly.

Question 25

On a roadway where traffic is moving in both directions, in what position must you be before making a left turn?

Answer 25

Immediately to the right of the centerline of the roadway.

Question 26

A licensed driver changes his or her name or address. They must inform the Ministry of Transportation…?

Answer 26

Within 6 days.

Question 27

At 15 demerit points, your license will be suspended for 30 days. After the suspension, the number of points on your driver's record will be reduced to…?

Answer 27

7

Question 27

At 15 demerit points, your license will be suspended for 30 days. After the suspension, the number of points on your driver's record will be reduced to…?

Answer 27

7

Question 28

If your blood alcohol concentration is more than 80 milligrams in 100 milliliters of blood (.08)…?

Answer 28

Your license will be suspended immediately for 90 days.

Question 29

If you are convicted of careless driving, you will get...?

Answer 29

6 demerit points, license suspended up to 2 years, fined up to $2000, up to 6 months in jail.

Question 30

When entering a freeway you should…?

Answer 30

Signal and increase your speed smoothly to merge with traffic.

Question 31

Never use the cruise control feature…?

Answer 31

In urban traffic, wet, slippery or icy surfaces, on winding roads.

Question 32

Under all conditions you should drive at a speed that will allow you to…?

Answer 32

Stop within a safe distance.

Question 33

Threshold braking means…?

Answer 33

You use all the braking force available without locking the wheels.

Question 34

What is the driver of a motor vehicle not permitted to carry in a house or boat trailer?

Answer 34

Persons

Question 35

If your vehicle becomes disabled on a 400-series highway, you should…?

Answer 35

Pull over, activate emergency flashers, wait for help.

Question 36

When on streets designed for two-way traffic, if you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle, what does the law require you to do?

Answer 36

Pull as far to the right as possible and stop.

Question 37

When lights are required, drivers are required to switch to low beam headlights…?

Answer 37

Within 150 metres of an oncoming vehicle.

Question 38

When descending a steep hill, a good and safe driving practice is to…?

Answer 38

Gear down, use the motor to assist in braking.

Question 39

When parking facing downhill you should…?

Answer 39

Turn your front wheels towards the curb or right shoulder.

Question 40

If your wheels go off the pavement you should…?

Answer 40

Grip steering wheel firmly, avoid heavy braking. Get vehicle under control, steer towards pavement. Take foot off gas pedal to slow down. NEVER SPEED UP.

Question 41

During poor weather conditions such as rain, snow, smoke and fog, switch your headlights…?

Answer 41

To low beam.

Question 42

In what lane of traffic should you drive when you intend to make a right-hand turn?

Answer 42

Close to the right side of the road.

Question 43

The best way to stop quickly on a wet or icy roadway is to…?

Answer 43

Brake, if the wheels lock then release pressure until you come to a stop.

Question 44

If a tire blows out you should…?

Answer 44

Take your foot off the gas pedal, steer the vehicle firmly in the direction you want to go.

Question 45

While you are driving with a G1 license, you must not drive on 400-series highways with a posted speed limit over..?

Answer 45

80 km/h.

Question 46

If you do not tell the truth about your vehicle insurance or if you show false documents...?

Answer 46

You can be fined up to $5000 to $25000, have your vehicle taken away for up to 3 months, lose your driver's license for up to a year.

Question 47

In what position on the roadway must you be before making a left turn from a one-way traffic street?

Answer 47

Close to the left side of the roadway.

Question 48

When a right turn against a red signal light is permitted, what does the law require you to do before entering the intersection and making a turn?

Answer 48

Come to a complete stop and wait until the way is clear.

Question 49

In good weather conditions, you are required to keep a safe distance behind the vehicle in front of you. You should keep at least…?

Answer 49

A two second gap to the other vehicle.

Question 50

When approaching a railway crossing where an electrical or mechanical signal device is warning of the approach of a train, you must…?

Answer 50

Stop at least 5 metres from the nearest rail or gate.

Question 51

What documents may a police officer require a motor vehicle owner to produce?

Answer 51

A liability insurance card, a proof of motor vehicle ownership, a valid driver's license.

Question 52

At streetcar stops, stay at least ___ metres behind the rear doors where passengers are getting off or on.

Answer 52

2

Question 53

Under what circumstances may you lend your driver's license to another person?

Answer 53

Never.

Question 54

Drivers who fail or refuse to give a breath or blood sample when asked by police:

Answer 54

Will have their license suspended immediately for 90 days.

Question 55

How many days do new Ontario residents have to register their vehicles?

Answer 55

30 days.

Question 56

If you are reversing to the left…?

Answer 56

Turn your body and head to the left, and look over your left shoulder. *same with right direction

Question 57

What does it mean to ‘overdrive’ your headlights?

Answer 57

It means that drivers are going so fast that their stopping distance is farther than they can see with their headlights.

Question 58

What is the minimum following distance drivers must maintain from an emergency vehicle that has its lights or sirens on?

Answer 58

150 metres.

Question 59

How many meters in both directions must drivers be able to see to make a legal U-turn?

Answer 59

150 metres.

Question 60

Hydroplaning can cause vehicles to skid. The term “hydroplaning” occurs when:

Answer 60

The vehicle's tires ride atop the water, as if they were water skis.

Question 61

What to do if your vehicle’s brakes fail while driving?

Answer 61

Pump the brakes rapidly and shift into a lower gear.

Question 62

If a front tire goes flat, the vehicle will pull strongly to:

Answer 62

The side that has the flat tire.

Question 63

Drivers licensed under the Graduated Driver License Program are restricted from operating a vehicle:

Answer 63

When any amount of alcohol is consumed.

Question 64

What should you do if you get stuck or stranded in the snow?

Answer 64

Run the vehicle's engine no more than about 5 minutes every hour to stay warm while avoiding carbon monoxide poisoning.

Question 65

When may you pass on the right shoulder of the road?

Answer 65

Only when a passing vehicle turning left and the right shoulder is paved.

Question 66

High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes on provincial highways are reserved for vehicles with how many occupants?

Answer 66

Minimum of 2 people per vehicle.

Question 67

On roads that have a median, when must drivers stop for school buses?

Answer 67

When behind a stopped bus that has its upper red lights flashing.

Question 68

The fine for not using a child car seat or booster seat as required by law is…?

Answer 68

Up to $1000 and plus 2 demerit points.

Question 69

When parking uphill at a curb…?

Answer 69

Turn the steering wheel to the left.

Question 70

A three-point turn starts from the ___________ of the road.

Answer 70

Far right side.

Question 71

If a driver is caught driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) from —————-, the police can immediately suspend the driver’s license up to three days for a first occurrence.

Answer 71

0.05 to 0.08

Question 72

When it is safe to do so, passing other vehicles on the right side

Answer 72

Is permitted when the street or highway has 2 or more lanes for traffic in the direction the vehicle is travelling.

Question 73

When lights are required, drivers must use low-beam headlights when following another vehicle within what distance?

Answer 73

Within 60 metres.

Question 74

Is the driver responsible for passengers wearing seat belts?

Answer 74

Only if the passengers are under 16 years of age.

Question 75

Why must a vehicle undergo emission testing?

Answer 75

Vehicle registration needs to be renewed, vehicle may be grossly polluting environment, vehicle may be past a certain age.

Question 76

When a police officer signals a driver to pull the vehicle over:

Answer 76

The driver must slow down, pull over as far to the right as safely possible and come to a complete stop.

Question 77

How much insurance coverage is provided to an uninsured driver?

Answer 77

No coverage whatsoever.

Question 78

The Ministry of Transportation may suspend the license of G drivers after a nine demerit point interview:

Answer 78

If the driver fails the interview, or fails to give good reasons for being permitted to keep the license.

Question 79

In good weather, what is the minimum following distance drivers should maintain between their vehicle and a motorcycle in front of them?

Answer 79

3 seconds.