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Rule 53 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 53. There are 5 questions in this test. You need to answer 4 out of 5 to pass. Answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. Good luck!

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1. What should you do before riding off or turning? Give one answer
A Check the horse's gear
B Just look behind
C Just signal
D Look behind and signal
Correct Answer: D Look behind and signal
Explanation: Rule 53 states to look behind and give a clear arm signal before riding off or turning for safety.
2. Where should you keep your hands when riding on the road? Give one answer
A Both hands on the reins
B Hands free
C Hands on the saddle
D One hand on the reins
Correct Answer: A Both hands on the reins
Explanation: Keeping both hands on the reins, unless signalling, is advised in Rule 53 for better control.
3. Where should a horse you are leading be positioned? Give one answer
A Behind you
B In front of you
C To your left
D To your right
Correct Answer: C To your left
Explanation: Rule 53 specifies keeping a horse you are leading to your left for safety and control.
4. How should you ride in a one-way street? Give one answer
A Against the traffic flow
B In the direction of traffic flow
C In the middle of the road
D On the pavement
Correct Answer: B In the direction of traffic flow
Explanation: Rule 53 advises moving in the direction of the traffic flow in a one-way street.
5. What is the maximum abreast you should ride? Give one answer
A Four abreast
B No more than two abreast
C Single file always
D Three abreast
Correct Answer: B No more than two abreast
Explanation: Rule 53 states to never ride more than two abreast, and single file on narrow/busy roads and round bends.