Road Rules 1

Question 1

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

Answer 1

Within 60 meters.

Question 2

Why must a vehicle undergo emission testing?

Answer 2

Because the vehicle registration needs to be renewed
Because the vehicle is past a certain age
Because the vehicle may be grossly polluting the environment

(All answers are correct)

Question 3

When a streetcar is stopped to take on or discharge passengers where there is no safety zone, what does the law require drivers to do before passing the streetcar?

Answer 3

Stop at least two metres behind the rear doors where passengers are getting on or off.

Question 4

When passing a cyclist, drivers of motor vehicles must maintain a minimum distance of:

Answer 4

1 meter.

Question 5

When entering a highway from an entrance ramp, you should…?

Answer 5

Signal, increase speed, and merge smoothly with traffic.

Question 6

Is the driver responsible for passengers wearing seat belts?

Answer 6

Only if the passengers are under the age of 16.

Question 7

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

Answer 7

50km/h

Question 8

If two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection (no traffic light, stop sign, or yield sign), at approximately the same time, the right-of-way should be given to:

Answer 8

The vehicle approaching from the right.

Question 9

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 9

0.05 - 0.08

Question 10

When driving with headlights on, in what situations are drivers required to use low-beam headlights?

Answer 10

Within 150 meters of an oncoming vehicle.

Question 11

In what lane must drivers be before making a left turn from a one-way street?

Answer 11

In the lane closest to the left-hand side of the roadway.

Question 12

A person whose driver’s licence is under suspension, may

Answer 12

Not operate a vehicle under any circumstances.

Question 13

If a signal light changes from green to amber as a driver approaches an intersection, what should the driver do?

Answer 13

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

Question 14

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

Answer 14

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

Question 15

In Ontario, there is a seat belt law.

Answer 15

Yes.

Question 16

Why must drivers use signals when turning?

Answer 16

To notify drivers behind them of their intention
To notify pedestrians of their intention
To notify oncoming traffic of their intention
(All answers are correct)

Question 17

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

Answer 17

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

Question 18

Legally, who has the right-of-way over all others at an intersection when the light is green?

Answer 18

Pedestrians crossing with the light.

Question 19

Upon approaching an intersection marked with a “Yield” sign, you are required to:

Answer 19

Slow down, stop if necessary, and proceed only when the way is clear.

Question 20

When towing a trailer or boat, the driver of a motor vehicle is not permitted to carry the following in the trailer or boat:

Answer 20

People

Question 21

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

Answer 21

The lane immediately to the right of the centre line of the highway.

Question 22

Upon approaching a stop sign, what does the law require drivers to do before entering the intersection?

Answer 22

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

Question 23

When the traffic signal light facing a driver is red and the driver intends to go straight through the intersection, what must the driver do first?

Answer 23

Stop, wait until the light changes to green and the intersection is clear before moving through it.

Question 24

What lane of traffic should drivers use when they intend to make a right-hand turn?

Answer 24

The lane closest to the right side of the road.

Question 25

If an emergency vehicle with lights on and sirens sounding is travelling on a street that allows for two-way traffic, what does the law require drivers to do?

Answer 25

Pull to the right as far as possible and stop.

Question 26

A flashing yellow beacon above an intersection means what?

Answer 26

Warns drivers to proceed with caution.

Question 27

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

Answer 27

Come to a complete stop, wait until the way is clear, and proceed when it is safe to do so.

Question 28

When does the law require lights on vehicles to be turned on?

Answer 28

Between half an hour before sunset to half an hour after sunrise and at any other time visibility is not clear for a distance of 150m.

Question 29

When arriving at an intersection which has no stop line, crosswalk, or sidewalk, where must drivers stop?

Answer 29

At the edge of the intersection .

Question 30

A flashing red beacon above an intersection means what?

Answer 30

Drivers must come to a complete stop and move through the intersection only when it is safe to do so.

Question 31

What should drivers do when exiting a freeway?

Answer 31

Signal, move into the deceleration lane, reduce speed gradually and obey exit signs.

Question 32

It is more dangerous to drive at the maximum speed limit at night than during the day because:

Answer 32

Drivers cannot see as far ahead, even with headlights.

Question 33

A _________ is an area that cannot be seen when looking at the vehicle’s rear and side view mirrors.

Answer 33

Blind spot

Question 34

When is it permissible to use only the parking lights on a vehicle.

Answer 34

Only when parked.

Question 35

If an approaching vehicle is using its high beams at night, drivers should:

Answer 35

Look up beyond and slightly to the right of the oncoming lights.

Question 36

During poor weather conditions such as rain, snow, smoke and fog, which beam should headlights be on:

Answer 36

Low beam

Question 37

If your wheels drop off the paved road and onto the shoulder of the road, you should:

Answer 37

Grip the steering wheel firmly and avoid heavy braking
Release the gas pedal, allowing the vehicle to slow down naturally
Keep the vehicle under control and steer back onto the paved road
(All of these)

Question 38

When a red “X” is indicated over a driving lane:

Answer 38

Drivers must not enter or remain in that lane.

Question 39

Rules for both G1 & G2 license holders include:

Answer 39

Drivers must not operate a motor vehicle if they have been drinking alcohol
Each person in the vehicle must wear a seat belt
Drivers’ blood alcohol must be zero
(All of these)

Question 40

At 15 demerit points, a driver’s license will be suspended for 30 days. After the suspension, the number of demerit points on a fully-licensed driver’s record will be reduced to:

Answer 40

Seven.

Question 41

Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit allowed on a highway outside a city, town, village, or built-up area is:

Answer 41

80 km/h

Question 42

Unless turning left or passing another vehicle, drivers should:

Answer 42

Keep to the right of the road or in the right-hand lane on multi-lane roads.

Question 43

How close can you park to a fire hydrant?

Answer 43

3 meters.

Question 44

What should you do if your vehicle becomes disabled on a 400-series Highway?

Answer 44

Pull over, turn on the emergency flashers and wait for help.

Question 45

The hand-and-arm signal for slowing or stopping is indicated by:

Answer 45

Arm out and down.

Question 46

What must drivers do before entering a highway from a private road or driveway?

Answer 46

Yield right of way to all vehicles approaching on the highway.

Question 47

If you are reversing straight back or to the right…?

Answer 47

Turn your body and head to the right and look back over your right shoulder.

Question 48

If you are reversing to the left…?

Answer 48

Turn your body and head to the left and look over your left shoulder.