ADI - Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge
Question 1 of 262
The traffic light ahead is showing an amber light. Which colour light(s) will it show next?
Question 6 of 262
What should you do when you're being followed by an ambulance showing a flashing blue beacon?
Question 9 of 262
Apart from routine maintenance, when should you check your engine's oil level?
Question 13 of 262
What should you do if you're driving behind a cyclist who's giving a right turn signal?
Question 17 of 262
What does it mean when you see a pedestrian carrying a white stick that has a red band or bands?
Question 18 of 262
What should you do if you see two elderly pedestrians about to cross the road ahead?
Question 19 of 262
What should you do when you approach a bus signalling to move away from a bus stop?
Question 22 of 262
You're driving on a motorway. What must you do if you see this signal above every lane?
Question 26 of 262
What's the national speed limit for cars and motorcycles on a dual carriageway?
Question 27 of 262
There are no speed-limit signs on the road. In England, Scotland and Northern Ireland, what would suggest a 30 mph speed limit?
Question 28 of 262
Signals are normally given by direction indicators and brake lights. What should drivers do before giving a signal?
Question 34 of 262
You're driving in snow and you see this sign as you approach a junction. What does it mean?
Question 38 of 262
You're approaching traffic lights. What does the amber light on its own mean?
Question 39 of 262
You're approaching traffic lights. What should you do if the red and amber lights are showing together?
Question 40 of 262
You're at a junction controlled by traffic lights. When should you wait, even if the green light is showing?
Question 42 of 262
You're driving on a road that has double solid white lines in the middle of the road. When may you cross these lines to overtake?
Question 43 of 262
A police car is following you. What should you do if the police officer flashes the headlights and points to the left?
Question 46 of 262
You're waiting at a pelican crossing. What should you do if pedestrians are halfway across when the lights change to green?
Question 48 of 262
At which type of crossing are cyclists and pedestrians allowed to cross together?
Question 50 of 262
You're driving in town and see these lights flashing. What hazard would you expect to see next?
Question 51 of 262
What should you do if there are flashing amber lights under a school warning sign?
Question 52 of 262
You're driving at night in a built-up area. The road is well lit. Why should you use dipped headlights?
Question 55 of 262
What colour are the reflective studs at the left-hand edge of the motorway?
Question 56 of 262
A bus has stopped at a bus stop ahead of you. What should you do if its right-hand indicator is flashing?
Question 58 of 262
You're driving on a three-lane motorway. There are red reflective road studs to your left and white ones to your right. Which lane are you using?
Question 61 of 262
You're driving on a motorway. What should you do if the overhead signs show a red cross with red flashing lights above your lane?
Question 62 of 262
You're waiting at a level crossing. What must you do if a train has passed but the lights keep flashing?
Question 66 of 262
What effect does a convex mirror have on the appearance of following vehicles?
Question 67 of 262
There are double white lines in the middle of the road. What does it mean when the line nearest to you is broken?
Question 68 of 262
You're driving in the right-hand lane on a three-lane motorway. What should you do when you see this sign?
Question 69 of 262
Where are fluorescent green/yellow reflective studs used to mark the carriageway?
Question 73 of 262
There's a 'give way' sign where a one-way street joins a main road. What road markings would you see across the mouth of the junction?
Question 77 of 262
You're driving a vehicle that has automatic transmission. How are you advised to negotiate corners safely?
Question 79 of 262
You're approaching a junction where the traffic lights aren't working. What should you do when a police officer gives this signal?
Question 80 of 262
Can you park on the zigzag lines of a zebra crossing when there are no other parking spaces to be found?
Question 81 of 262
What does excessive wear on the outer edges of the tread of a car's tyre generally indicate?
Question 82 of 262
What should you do if you discover that the coolant in the vehicle radiator needs topping up during a long journey?
Question 83 of 262
What fault would you suspect if the footbrake on your car starts to feel spongy?
Question 86 of 262
What will happen if you brake firmly as you drive around a right-hand bend?
Question 88 of 262
What warning is given by a large white triangle painted on the road surface before a junction?
Question 91 of 262
You're driving a car that has manual transmission. What should you do if you have to drive through shallow flood water?
Question 92 of 262
You're going to drive a car that you haven't driven before. What's the most important consideration when you're adjusting the seat?
Question 93 of 262
You park on the left, facing uphill. In which position should you leave the steering wheel?
Question 96 of 262
Which colour light shows before the flashing amber signal at a pelican crossing?
Question 97 of 262
What does excessive wear of the central area of tread on a car tyre suggest?
Question 98 of 262
The car's ignition light comes on during a journey. What fault does this indicate?
Question 101 of 262
You're driving on a motorway. What should you do if there's a red cross with flashing red lights on the gantry above your lane?
Question 105 of 262
You're driving a car fitted with automatic transmission. What should you do when you approach a very steep downhill gradient?
Question 106 of 262
You park on a hill in a vehicle that has automatic transmission. When you leave the vehicle, in which position would you put the gear selector?
Question 107 of 262
You apply the brakes while you're travelling forwards and in a straight line. How will this affect the grip of the tyres on the road?
Question 109 of 262
You're driving a car that's skidding, with the rear wheels sliding to the left. What's likely to happen if you oversteer to the left?
Question 111 of 262
As a recommendation, how often should you check the brake lights on the car you use?
Question 115 of 262
How much more than the normal braking distance should you allow in icy weather?
Question 116 of 262
Why should you make sure that your indicators are cancelled after turning?
Question 122 of 262
What should you do if the warning light for your anti-lock brakes stays on?
Question 123 of 262
You're testing your vehicle's suspension. What does it mean if the vehicle continues to bounce when you test it?
Question 124 of 262
You're driving a car fitted with automatic transmission. Why would you use kick-down?
Question 129 of 262
You're about to drive down a steep hill. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?
Question 130 of 262
You're driving towards a level crossing. What would be the first warning of an approaching train?
Question 131 of 262
What must a driver do at a pelican crossing when the amber light is flashing?
Question 132 of 262
You've stopped at a pelican crossing. What should you do if the lights change to green while someone is crossing slowly in front of you?
Question 134 of 262
You have to make a journey in fog. What's the most important thing you should do before you set out?
Question 135 of 262
You're driving towards roadworks and you see this temporary speed-limit sign. When must you comply with the sign?
Question 137 of 262
You're waiting at a level crossing. What should you do if the red warning lights continue to flash after a train has passed?
Question 138 of 262
You're driving over a level crossing. What should you do if the warning lights come on and a bell rings?
Question 140 of 262
What should you do if a dashboard warning light comes on while you're driving?
Question 142 of 262
You're on a long downhill slope. What should you do to help control the speed of your vehicle?
Question 146 of 262
Why should you take care to avoid spillage when refuelling a vehicle fitted with a diesel engine?
Question 148 of 262
Your vehicle is fitted with anti-lock brakes. How should you use your brakes to stop quickly in an emergency?
Question 149 of 262
Anti-lock brakes prevent the vehicle's wheels from locking under heavy braking. What will this help to reduce?
Question 150 of 262
Your car is fitted with anti-lock brakes. What technique should you use to stop in an emergency?
Question 153 of 262
Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. In which conditions may they be ineffective at preventing skidding?
Question 156 of 262
You've driven through a ford. What should you do when you're out of the water?
Question 157 of 262
You want to turn right at a box junction. What should you do if there's oncoming traffic?
Question 161 of 262
What should you do if your vehicle pulls to one side when you're braking?
Question 162 of 262
You're driving a car on a motorway. Unless signs show otherwise, what's the speed limit?
Question 163 of 262
You're driving in heavy rain. What should you do if your steering suddenly feels very light?
Question 165 of 262
Your car's front wheels are out of balance. How will this affect your car?
Question 167 of 262
You're driving along a wet road. How might you tell that your vehicle's tyres are losing their grip on the surface?
Question 168 of 262
While you're driving, what will happen if you hold the clutch pedal down or roll in neutral for too long?
Question 170 of 262
You're driving down a steep hill. Why could keeping the clutch down or selecting neutral for too long be dangerous?
Question 171 of 262
Why could keeping the clutch down or selecting neutral for long periods of time be dangerous?
Question 172 of 262
You're driving towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if pedestrians are waiting to cross?
Question 174 of 262
You're in the right-hand lane of a dual carriageway. What should you do when you see this sign?
Question 176 of 262
Why is it particularly important to carry out a check on your vehicle before making a long motorway journey?
Question 177 of 262
You're driving on a motorway. What does it mean if the car ahead shows its hazard warning lights for a short time?
Question 178 of 262
You're driving on an urban clearway during its time of operation. Apart from breakdowns, when may you stop on this road?
Question 179 of 262
You're looking for somewhere to park your vehicle. Neither you or your passenger are disabled. What should you do if the only spaces available are marked for disabled use?
Question 180 of 262
Another driver flashes their headlights at you. How should you interpret this signal?
Question 184 of 262
You're driving towards a zebra crossing. What should you do if you see a person in a wheelchair waiting to cross?
Question 186 of 262
You're driving on a motorway that has chevrons painted on the carriageway. In good weather, at least how many chevrons should be visible between you and the next vehicle in your lane?
Question 187 of 262
You're waiting at a railway level crossing. What should you do if the red lights keep flashing after a train has passed?
Question 189 of 262
What's the purpose of a continuous white line along the side of the road?
Question 190 of 262
Why are yellow lines painted across the road on the approach to some roundabouts?
Question 196 of 262
You see a pedestrian with a dog. What does it mean if the dog is wearing a distinctive yellow or burgundy coat?
Question 197 of 262
You're parking on the left, facing downhill. You apply the parking brake firmly. What further safety precautions should you take?
Question 198 of 262
You're making a right turn. What could you do if you think your indicators might be difficult to see?
Question 199 of 262
You're giving a lesson in a car fitted with automatic transmission. What should you tell the pupil to do whenever the vehicle is stationary?
Question 201 of 262
When are you advised to increase your tyre pressures so that they're higher than normal?
Question 203 of 262
You see white diagonal lines, bounded by broken lines, painted on the road. One of their uses is to protect traffic turning right. What other purpose do these markings have?
Question 207 of 262
Which road users are most likely to be permitted to share a bus lane during its times of operation?
Question 208 of 262
As you're approaching this junction, the green light changes to amber. What should you do if you're unable to stop at the first white line?
Question 211 of 262
Where do waiting restrictions allow you to stop to pick up or set down passengers?
Question 214 of 262
You're giving a driving lesson in an unfamiliar town. What should you tell your pupil if you see this sign?
Question 215 of 262
On a motorway, where would vehicles travelling in opposite directions share the same carriageway?
Question 217 of 262
Your pupil is driving in a stream of traffic. You see this sign ahead. What advice should you give to your pupil?
Question 218 of 262
Why should you tell your pupil to obey the speed limit shown on this sign?
Question 219 of 262
Your pupil asks you about this sign, which they've seen recently. What should you tell them it means?
Question 220 of 262
What advice should you give to a pupil who asks whether it's permitted to drive on the hatch markings?
Question 226 of 262
You're driving in the left-hand lane of a three-lane dual carriageway. As you approach a junction, you see this sign on a gantry. What should you do if you wish to go straight ahead?
Question 228 of 262
Your pupil asks what the blue patch means on this sign. What's the best reply?
Question 234 of 262
You're approaching this sign. Which sign are you likely to have just passed?
Question 236 of 262
You're approaching a pelican crossing. What should you do if the amber light is flashing?
Question 240 of 262
You've just driven through flood water. How should you dry out the brakes?
Question 241 of 262
What instruction should you give a pupil about controlling the vehicle's speed when going down a long, steep hill?
Question 243 of 262
What's the most likely cause of a car pulling to the right when the footbrake is applied?
Question 244 of 262
What advice should you give to a pupil about driving through shallow flood water in a car fitted with manual transmission?
Question 246 of 262
Head restraints should be adjusted correctly. What injuries do they protect you from?
Question 247 of 262
Where should the head restraint be positioned for it to be most effective?
Question 248 of 262
What type of injury can be prevented by a correctly adjusted head restraint?
Question 250 of 262
You're driving along a dual carriageway and have to brake hard in a straight line. Which wheels do most of the braking?
Question 251 of 262
A driver wants to go ahead at a crossroads controlled by a police officer. What recognised arm signal should they give?
Question 252 of 262
What advice should you give to someone who intends to drive a left-hand-drive vehicle in the UK?
Question 254 of 262
For the cockpit drill to be effective, some items should be checked before others. What's the correct sequence?
Question 255 of 262
You're driving on a motorway. The traffic ahead is braking sharply because of an incident. How could you warn traffic behind?
Question 256 of 262
You're about to reverse into a side road. What should you do if you see a pedestrian who wants to cross behind your car?
Question 259 of 262
You're driving at night. What does it mean if you see a pedestrian wearing reflective clothing and carrying a red light?
Question 260 of 262
You see a vehicle with a flashing amber beacon ahead. What warning does this give you?
Question 261 of 262
When may you cross double solid white lines along the centre of the road?