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Highway Code Test 21

You have 57 minutes to answer 50 multiple choice Highway Code questions. At least 43 out of 50 questions must be answered correctly in order to pass the test. Answers may be reviewed after each question or you can wait until the end of the test for your final score. Good luck!

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1. When there is no pavement, which side of the road should you keep to? Give one answer
A Centre of the road
B Left-hand side
C Near the kerb
D Right-hand side
Correct Answer: D Right-hand side
Explanation: When no pavement is available, keeping to the right-hand side allows you to see oncoming traffic.
2. What should you do on narrow roads or in poor light? Give one answer
A Use a flashlight
B Walk faster
C Walk in pairs
D Walk in single file
Correct Answer: D Walk in single file
Explanation: On narrow roads or in poor light, walking in single file is safer, as advised in Highway Code Rule 2.
3. Where should look-outs be positioned in a large walking group? Give one answer
A Front and back
B Middle
C Only at the back
D Only at the front
Correct Answer: A Front and back
Explanation: Look-outs should be positioned at the front and back of the group to monitor and guide the group effectively.
4. What should children learn before going out alone? Give one answer
A Basic road signs
B Bicycle riding skills
C Local area map reading
D The Green Cross Code
Correct Answer: D The Green Cross Code
Explanation: Children should be taught the Green Cross Code and not be allowed out alone until they can understand and use it properly.
5. Where are rounded raised bars in tactile paving used? Give one answer
A At level crossings and steps
B At traffic lights
C In pedestrian zones
D On highways
Correct Answer: A At level crossings and steps
Explanation: Rounded raised bars are used at level crossings, top and bottom of steps, and other hazards in tactile paving.
6. Where should you stop when crossing between parked vehicles? Give one answer
A In the middle of the road
B Next to the vehicle
C On the pavement
D Outside edges of vehicles
Correct Answer: D Outside edges of vehicles
Explanation: Stopping at the outside edges of parked vehicles ensures visibility and safety before crossing.
7. What should you check for on the other side of parked vehicles? Give one answer
A A gap to reach the pavement
B A pedestrian crossing
C A zebra crossing
D Traffic lights
Correct Answer: A A gap to reach the pavement
Explanation: A gap between parked vehicles on the other side is necessary to safely reach the pavement.
8. What should pedestrians do before crossing a zebra crossing? Give one answer
A Look and listen both ways
B Only look left
C Run across quickly
D Wave at drivers
Correct Answer: A Look and listen both ways
Explanation: Pedestrians should keep looking and listening both ways, in case a driver has not seen them, as per Rule 19.
9. What indicates it's safe to cross at a staggered crossing? Give one answer
A A flashing green figure
B A red figure
C A steady green figure
D A steady red figure
Correct Answer: C A steady green figure
Explanation: Safety to cross at a staggered crossing is indicated by a steady green figure, signalling it's safe to proceed.
10. When should the Green Cross Code be used? Give one answer
A After crossing the road.
B Crossing to and from the island.
C Only at zebra crossings.
D When traffic lights are red.
Correct Answer: B Crossing to and from the island.
Explanation: The Green Cross Code should be used for crossing both to the island and again for the remaining part of the road.
11. Why shouldn't you walk along the tram tracks? Give one answer
A It's illegal
B It's too noisy
C Tracks are electrified
D Trams may come up behind
Correct Answer: D Trams may come up behind
Explanation: Trams move quietly and may come up behind you, and they cannot steer to avoid you.
12. What should you check when going straight at junctions? Give one answer
A Only vehicles from the left
B Pedestrians only
C Traffic signals only
D Vehicles crossing from left and right
Correct Answer: D Vehicles crossing from left and right
Explanation: Rule 44 advises checking for vehicles crossing your path from the left, right, or overtaking and turning left.
13. Where must these vehicles NOT be used? Give one answer
A On any dual carriageways
B On motorways
C Only in urban areas
D Only on single carriageways
Correct Answer: B On motorways
Explanation: Rule 46 clearly states that these vehicles must not be used on motorways.
14. What action is advised at level crossings with a certain sign? Give one answer
A Dismount the horse
B Speed up
C Stop and wait
D Take an alternate route
Correct Answer: A Dismount the horse
Explanation: Rule 54 advises to dismount at level crossings where a ‘horse rider dismount’ sign is displayed.
15. Where else should you keep your dog on a short lead? Give one answer
A In open fields
B In your garden
C On a path shared with cyclists or horse riders
D On the beach
Correct Answer: C On a path shared with cyclists or horse riders
Explanation: Rule 56 advises keeping the dog on a short lead on paths shared with cyclists or horse riders.
16. Which side should you avoid passing a horse on? Give one answer
A Directly behind
B Directly in front
C Their left side
D Their right side
Correct Answer: C Their left side
Explanation: According to Rule 63, cyclists should not pass a horse on their left side to avoid startling the animal.
17. Where should you park your cycle? Give one answer
A Far from pedestrians
B Hidden from view
C In a conspicuous location
D On the pavement
Correct Answer: C In a conspicuous location
Explanation: Rule 70 advises finding a conspicuous location for parking to ensure the cycle can be seen by passers-by.
18. Where should you position yourself in traffic queues? Give one answer
A Always on the left side
B Directly behind large vehicles
C Far from other vehicles
D So drivers in front can see you in mirrors
Correct Answer: D So drivers in front can see you in mirrors
Explanation: Position yourself where drivers in front can see you in their mirrors when in traffic queues, according to Rule 88.
19. What is the recommended approach when filtering in slow-moving traffic? Give one answer
A Filter quickly
B Ignore other vehicles
C Take care and keep speed low
D Use the pavement
Correct Answer: C Take care and keep speed low
Explanation: When filtering in slow-moving traffic, take care and keep your speed low, as stated in Rule 88.
20. What is the best solution to avoid impaired driving? Give one answer
A Drinking lightly
B Drinking water
C Having a meal
D Not drinking at all
Correct Answer: D Not drinking at all
Explanation: The best solution is not to drink at all when planning to drive.
21. Who should you be cautious of when sharing the road? Give one answer
A Only large vehicles
B Only motorcyclists
C Only other cars
D Pedestrians and cyclists
Correct Answer: D Pedestrians and cyclists
Explanation: You should reduce speed when sharing the road with pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders, and motorcyclists.
22. What is the speed threshold for overtaking on solid white lines? Give one answer
A 10 mph or less
B 20 mph or less
C 30 mph or less
D No speed limit
Correct Answer: A 10 mph or less
Explanation: Overtaking is allowed over solid white lines only if the vehicle being overtaken is travelling at 10 mph or less.
23. What should you do with lane dividers? Give one answer
A Cross them frequently
B Ignore them
C Keep between them
D Use them to overtake
Correct Answer: C Keep between them
Explanation: Drivers should keep between lane dividers to maintain proper lane discipline and road safety.
24. Why are there restrictions on using cycle lanes for parking or driving? Give one answer
A For traffic flow
B To ensure safety and access for cyclists
C To keep lanes clear for buses
D To reserve for emergency vehicles
Correct Answer: B To ensure safety and access for cyclists
Explanation: Restrictions on using cycle lanes for parking or driving are in place to ensure safety and access for cyclists.
25. What must you do on one-way streets? Give one answer
A Choose any direction
B Ignore signs if clear
C Reverse if needed
D Travel in the direction of signs
Correct Answer: D Travel in the direction of signs
Explanation: Traffic must travel in the direction indicated by signs on one-way streets for orderly and safe traffic flow.
26. What should you consider about speed limits? Give one answer
A Always drive at limit
B Irrelevant in good conditions
C Not always a target
D Only relevant in urban areas
Correct Answer: C Not always a target
Explanation: Speed limits should not always be treated as a target; it's often unsafe to drive at the maximum speed limit.
27. Which regulation prohibits smoking in vehicles in Scotland? Give one answer
A The Road Safety Act 2006
B The Smoking Prohibition Act 2016
C The Traffic Noise Control Act 2015
D The Vehicle Emissions Act 2007
Correct Answer: B The Smoking Prohibition Act 2016
Explanation: The Smoking Prohibition (Children in Motor Vehicles) (Scotland) Act 2016 addresses smoking in vehicles in Scotland.
28. What should you be cautious of in residential streets? Give one answer
A High-speed limits
B Limited parking spaces
C One-way streets
D Pedestrians, cyclists, and parked cars
Correct Answer: D Pedestrians, cyclists, and parked cars
Explanation: Rule 152 advises driving slowly and carefully due to pedestrians, cyclists, and parked cars in residential areas.
29. What are mini motos also known as? Give one answer
A Compact scooters
B Miniature motorcycles
C Pocket bikes
D Small quads
Correct Answer: B Miniature motorcycles
Explanation: Mini motos are referred to as miniature motorcycles in the Highway Code Rule 157.
30. What must you ensure about other road users before overtaking as per Rule 162? Give one answer
A They are driving slowly
B They are not beginning to overtake you
C They are speeding
D They signal for you to overtake
Correct Answer: B They are not beginning to overtake you
Explanation: Before overtaking, ensure no road user is beginning to overtake you, as mentioned in Rule 162.
31. What should you not do at a pedestrian crossing according to Rule 165? Give one answer
A Honk to alert pedestrians
B Overtake the nearest vehicle to the crossing
C Speed up to cross before pedestrians
D Stop on the crossing
Correct Answer: B Overtake the nearest vehicle to the crossing
Explanation: Rule 165 prohibits overtaking the nearest vehicle to a pedestrian crossing, especially if it has stopped for pedestrians.
32. What are advanced stop lines at junctions for, according to Rule 178? Give one answer
A For pedestrians to cross
B To allocate space for buses
C To give priority to motorcyclists
D To position cyclists ahead of other traffic
Correct Answer: D To position cyclists ahead of other traffic
Explanation: Advanced stop lines at junctions allow cyclists to be positioned ahead of other traffic, as per Rule 178.
33. What signal must you give before making a right turn? Give one answer
A A left-turn signal
B A right-turn signal
C Flash your headlights
D No signal needed
Correct Answer: B A right-turn signal
Explanation: Giving a right-turn signal is necessary before making a right turn, as stated in Rule 179.
34. What should you do regarding motorcyclists at roundabouts? Give one answer
A Assume they will give way
B Give them plenty of room
C Ignore unless they signal
D Only give room in heavy traffic
Correct Answer: B Give them plenty of room
Explanation: Give plenty of room to motorcyclists, as advised in Rule 187, due to their vulnerability on the road.
35. How should you approach mini-roundabouts compared to normal roundabouts? Give one answer
A In the same way as normal roundabouts
B Only give way to the left
C With a faster approach
D Without signalling
Correct Answer: A In the same way as normal roundabouts
Explanation: Mini-roundabouts should be approached in the same manner as normal roundabouts, as per Rule 188.
36. How can you identify a deafblind pedestrian? Give one answer
A They always have a carer with them
B They may carry a white cane with a red band or use a special dog harness
C They use a standard white cane
D They will be wearing a hearing aid
Correct Answer: B They may carry a white cane with a red band or use a special dog harness
Explanation: Deafblind pedestrians might use a white cane with a red band or a dog with a red and white harness.
37. Why should you be patient when following a large vehicle? Give one answer
A They are more difficult to manoeuvre
B They are subject to lower speed limits
C They often make frequent stops
D They usually carry fragile goods
Correct Answer: B They are subject to lower speed limits
Explanation: Being patient is important as larger vehicles are subject to lower speed limits and may have speed limiting devices.
38. When MUST you use headlights? Give one answer
A In bad weather regardless of visibility
B Only at night
C Only in rural areas
D When visibility is reduced to less than 100 metres
Correct Answer: D When visibility is reduced to less than 100 metres
Explanation: Headlights must be used when visibility is seriously reduced, generally when you cannot see for more than 100 metres.
39. What should you use when driving in fog? Give one answer
A No lights, to avoid glare
B Only your fog lights
C Your high beam headlights
D Your lights, as required
Correct Answer: D Your lights, as required
Explanation: When driving in fog, it's crucial to use your lights as required to ensure visibility and to be seen by other road users.
40. Where is it prohibited to park on the pavement? Give one answer
A In London, both partially or wholly
B Only during peak hours
C Only in pedestrian areas
D Only on single yellow lines
Correct Answer: A In London, both partially or wholly
Explanation: Parking on the pavement, whether partially or wholly, is prohibited in London to prevent obstruction and inconvenience to pedestrians and others.
41. What might your speed feel like when leaving the motorway? Give one answer
A 30 mph feels like 50 mph
B 50 mph may feel like 30 mph
C 60 mph feels like 30 mph
D Speed feels the same
Correct Answer: B 50 mph may feel like 30 mph
Explanation: After driving on the motorway, 50 mph may feel like 30 mph due to the difference in driving conditions.
42. Where should you walk to after leaving your vehicle on the hard shoulder? Give one answer
A Directly across the motorway
B Stay close to your vehicle
C To an emergency telephone following the arrows
D To the nearest exit
Correct Answer: C To an emergency telephone following the arrows
Explanation: Walk to an emergency telephone on your side of the carriageway, following the arrows on the
43. What information must you provide at the scene of a collision? Give one answer
A Insurance details.
B Name and phone number.
C Name, address, vehicle registration.
D Vehicle model only.
Correct Answer: C Name, address, vehicle registration.
Explanation: You must provide your name, address, and the vehicle's registration number at the scene of a collision.
44. What should you be aware of on the hard shoulder in a contraflow system? Give one answer
A Pedestrian crossings
B Possible broken-down vehicles
C Speed bumps
D Traffic lights
Correct Answer: B Possible broken-down vehicles
Explanation: The hard shoulder may be in use for traffic but can contain broken-down vehicles in a contraflow system.
45. When should you move the vehicle from the crossing? Give one answer
A After calling for help
B After the train passes
C If there is time before a train arrives
D Only if the vehicle starts
Correct Answer: C If there is time before a train arrives
Explanation: The priority is to clear the crossing if possible before a train arrives, ensuring both personal and train safety.
46. When is it permitted to pass trams? Give one answer
A If trams are stopped at signals
B On narrow roads
C When trams move slowly
D Without any conditions
Correct Answer: A If trams are stopped at signals
Explanation: You can pass trams only if they are at tram stops or stopped by tram signals and there is a designated lane.
47. Where must you NOT park regarding tram tracks? Give one answer
A In a nearby bay
B Next to signals
C On the pavement
D On the tram track
Correct Answer: D On the tram track
Explanation: Parking on any part of a tram track is prohibited to avoid obstruction to trams.
48. When should you give priority to trams? Give one answer
A At traffic lights
B During peak hours
C Only in traffic jams
D When they signal to pull away
Correct Answer: D When they signal to pull away
Explanation: Priority should be given to trams, especially when they signal to pull away from stops.
49. Where is extra care needed when crossing tram tracks? Give one answer
A In tunnels
B On bends and junctions
C On bridges
D On straight roads
Correct Answer: B On bends and junctions
Explanation: Extra caution is necessary on bends and at junctions when crossing tram tracks.
50. How are lower than 5.8m overhead wires indicated? Give one answer
A Height clearance markings
B Regular road signs
C Tramway signals
D Warning lights
Correct Answer: A Height clearance markings
Explanation: Overhead wires lower than 5.8 metres are indicated by height clearance markings.