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Highway Code Test 16

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. What should pedestrians do on motorways in an emergency? Give one answer
A Continue walking to the nearest exit
B Seek help from other drivers
C Stay in a safe place
D Walk along the hard shoulder
Correct Answer: C Stay in a safe place
Explanation: In an emergency, pedestrians should stay in a safe place and follow guidelines as per Rules 271 and 275.
2. What should you do if traffic is approaching? Give one answer
A Cross quickly
B Ignore it
C Let it pass
D Signal them to stop
Correct Answer: C Let it pass
Explanation: If traffic is coming, let it pass and do not cross until there is a safe gap in the traffic.
3. Which law backs Highway Code Rule 16? Give one answer
A Highway Code Act 2004
B Road Safety Act 2006
C Road Traffic Act 1988: Section 26
D Traffic Management Act 2004
Correct Answer: C Road Traffic Act 1988: Section 26
Explanation: The Road Traffic Act 1988: Section 26 is the legal basis for Highway Code Rule 16.
4. What does a red figure at a Pelican crossing indicate? Give one answer
A Cross immediately
B Cross with caution
C Do not cross
D Wait for green
Correct Answer: C Do not cross
Explanation: The red figure at a Pelican crossing means you should not cross the road.
5. Where should the tactile surface be located at a level crossing? Give one answer
A At an appropriate distance from the barrier
B Directly on the barrier
C In the middle of the crossing
D Next to traffic lights
Correct Answer: A At an appropriate distance from the barrier
Explanation: The tactile surface should be located at an appropriate distance from the barrier or projected line of the barrier.
6. What rules should you follow when on the road? Give one answer
A Rules for cyclists
B Rules for motorcyclists
C Rules for other vehicles
D Rules for pedestrians
Correct Answer: C Rules for other vehicles
Explanation: When on the road, Highway Code Rule 37 advises following the rules and guidance for other vehicles.
7. What lights are required for driving at night? Give one answer
A Only red lights
B Only white lights
C Red to front, white to rear
D White to front, red to rear
Correct Answer: D White to front, red to rear
Explanation: At night, a light showing white to the front and red to the rear must be fitted.
8. What is advised for leading a horse at night? Give one answer
A Carry a white and red light
B No light required
C Use a flashlight only
D Use a headlamp
Correct Answer: A Carry a white and red light
Explanation: When leading a horse at night, carry a light showing white to the front and red to the rear, as per Rule 51.
9. 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.
10. When should you signal right on a roundabout? Give one answer
A At every exit
B Never signal
C Only when leaving the roundabout
D When riding across exits
Correct Answer: D When riding across exits
Explanation: Signal right when crossing exits to indicate you are not leaving, as per Rule 55.
11. How should animals being herded be kept? Give one answer
A Free to roam
B Only controlled in busy areas
C Under control at all times
D Without any restrictions
Correct Answer: C Under control at all times
Explanation: Rule 58 emphasizes that animals being herded should be kept under control at all times.
12. What should cyclists avoid to maintain control? Give one answer
A Actions reducing control of cycle
B Frequent stopping
C Riding fast
D Riding in groups
Correct Answer: A Actions reducing control of cycle
Explanation: Cyclists should avoid actions that could reduce their control of the cycle, as per Rule 66.
13. How can traffic islands help when crossing roads? Give one answer
A Only useful for pedestrians
B They can provide a safe midway point
C They should be avoided
D Use them to speed up crossing
Correct Answer: B They can provide a safe midway point
Explanation: Traffic islands or central reservations can be used as safe midway points when crossing roads, as stated in Rule 77.
14. What should you do if staying in the left-hand lane on a roundabout? Give one answer
A Always signal left
B Do not signal at all
C Only signal at certain exits
D Signal right across exits
Correct Answer: D Signal right across exits
Explanation: If staying in the left-hand lane, signal right when crossing exits to indicate not leaving the roundabout, according to Rule 79.
15. What should cyclists be aware of when using the left-hand lane on a roundabout? Give one answer
A Drivers may not easily see you
B Other cyclists may overtake
C Pedestrians may cross
D The lane is only for buses
Correct Answer: A Drivers may not easily see you
Explanation: Be aware that drivers may not easily see you when cycling in the left-hand lane on a roundabout, as stated in Rule 79.
16. Under which law must you report health conditions to the DVLA? Give one answer
A Driver's Health Act 2005
B Driving Licence Act 2001
C Road Traffic Act 1988
D Vehicle Health Act 1990
Correct Answer: C Road Traffic Act 1988
Explanation: The Road Traffic Act 1988: Section 94 mandates reporting any health condition affecting driving to the DVLA.
17. What is the legal blood alcohol limit in Scotland? Give one answer
A 22 milligrams/100ml
B 35 milligrams/100ml
C 50 milligrams/100ml
D 80 milligrams/100ml
Correct Answer: C 50 milligrams/100ml
Explanation: In Scotland, the legal limit is 50 milligrams per 100 millilitres of blood.
18. What should be adjusted for comfort and control before driving? Give one answer
A Air conditioning
B Mirrors and seat
C Radio settings
D Steering wheel height
Correct Answer: B Mirrors and seat
Explanation: Adjust mirrors and seat correctly for comfort, full control, and maximum vision.
19. Who is responsible for a child under 3 wearing a restraint in a car? Give one answer
A Child
B Driver
C Parent
D Passenger
Correct Answer: B Driver
Explanation: The driver is responsible for ensuring a child under 3 years uses the correct child restraint.
20. When MUST you NOT use hazard warning lights? Give one answer
A Only during daylight
B Only in traffic jams
C Only when parked
D While driving or being towed, except on motorways
Correct Answer: D While driving or being towed, except on motorways
Explanation: Must not use hazard warning lights while driving or being towed, except on motorways for warnings.
21. Can you enter chevron areas bordered by solid lines? Give one answer
A Always
B For overtaking
C Only in an emergency
D To park
Correct Answer: C Only in an emergency
Explanation: You must not enter areas marked with chevrons and bordered by solid lines except in an emergency.
22. What's the exception for driving on a pavement? Give one answer
A Avoiding traffic
B Deliveries
C Lawful property access or emergency
D Shortcuts
Correct Answer: C Lawful property access or emergency
Explanation: The only exceptions for driving on a pavement are to gain lawful access to property or in case of an emergency.
23. In slow-moving traffic, should you change lanes to overtake on the left? Give one answer
A No, you should not
B Only in emergencies
C Yes, if it's faster
D Yes, if the right lane is full
Correct Answer: A No, you should not
Explanation: Rule 151 specifically instructs not to change lanes to the left to overtake in slow-moving traffic.
24. Who should be given way on single-track roads, especially when going uphill? Give one answer
A All oncoming vehicles
B Pedestrians only
C Road users coming uphill
D Road users going downhill
Correct Answer: C Road users coming uphill
Explanation: Rule 155 suggests giving way to road users coming uphill whenever possible.
25. How should you pass pedestrians, cyclists, and horse riders on single-track roads? Give one answer
A Flash headlights
B Maintain usual speed
C Slow down when passing
D Use the horn as a warning
Correct Answer: C Slow down when passing
Explanation: Rule 155 emphasizes the need to slow down when passing pedestrians, cyclists, and horse riders.
26. What should you do on right-hand bends as per Rule 160? Give one answer
A Honk your horn
B Keep well to the left
C Speed up
D Use the right lane
Correct Answer: B Keep well to the left
Explanation: Keeping to the left on right-hand bends improves road view and safety, as stated in Rule 160.
27. According to Rule 160, how should you treat cyclists and motorcyclists in traffic? Give one answer
A Give them plenty of room
B Honk to alert them
C Ignore them
D Overtake them quickly
Correct Answer: A Give them plenty of room
Explanation: Rule 160 emphasizes giving cyclists and motorcyclists plenty of room due to their vulnerability.
28. What is the correct sequence of actions before manoeuvring, according to Rule 161? Give one answer
A Manoeuvre – Mirrors – Signal
B Mirrors – Signal – Manoeuvre
C Signal – Manoeuvre – Mirrors
D Signal – Mirrors – Manoeuvre
Correct Answer: B Mirrors – Signal – Manoeuvre
Explanation: The sequence 'Mirrors – Signal – Manoeuvre' is advised in Rule 161 for safe driving.
29. Where is overtaking not advised as per Rule 166? Give one answer
A Approaching a corner or bend
B In a low traffic area
C On a motorway
D On a wide road
Correct Answer: A Approaching a corner or bend
Explanation: Overtaking is not advised when approaching a corner or bend, due to limited visibility.
30. What must you do at a junction with a 'Stop' sign and a solid white line? Give one answer
A Only stop if traffic is visible
B Slow down and proceed
C Stop behind the line
D Stop beyond the line
Correct Answer: C Stop behind the line
Explanation: Rule 171 mandates stopping behind the line at a junction with a 'Stop' sign and a solid white line.
31. What indicates that you must give way when emerging from a junction? Give one answer
A Broken white lines across the road
B No road markings
C Solid white lines across the road
D Yellow box junction markings
Correct Answer: A Broken white lines across the road
Explanation: Broken white lines across the road at a junction signal that you must give way to traffic on the main road, as per Rule 172.
32. Where should you position your vehicle when preparing to turn right? Give one answer
A Directly in the middle of the road
B In the leftmost lane
C Just left of the middle of the road
D On the rightmost side of the road
Correct Answer: C Just left of the middle of the road
Explanation: Rule 179 suggests taking up a position just left of the middle of the road or in the marked space for right turning traffic.
33. What extra care should you take at crossings where the view is blocked by queuing traffic or parked vehicles? Give one answer
A Focus only on the vehicle ahead
B Only watch for pedestrians on marked crossings
C Speed up to clear the area quickly
D Watch for pedestrians crossing between stationary vehicles
Correct Answer: D Watch for pedestrians crossing between stationary vehicles
Explanation: Rule 193 emphasizes the need for extra caution at crossings with obscured views, watching for pedestrians who may cross between stationary vehicles.
34. What should you do when encountering horse riders on narrow roads? Give one answer
A Allow them to ride in the centre of the lane
B Encourage them to move to the side
C Overtake them closely
D Sound your horn to alert them
Correct Answer: A Allow them to ride in the centre of the lane
Explanation: On narrow sections of road, horse riders may ride in the centre of the lane for safety, and drivers should allow this.
35. How should you act around learners and inexperienced drivers? Give one answer
A Be particularly patient
B Honk to alert them of mistakes
C Ignore them as they learn
D Overwhelm them with aggressive driving
Correct Answer: A Be particularly patient
Explanation: Being patient with learner and inexperienced drivers is important as they may not be adept at anticipating and responding to events.
36. How does stopping distance in snowy or icy conditions compare to dry roads? Give one answer
A It can be ten times greater
B It's about the same
C It's slightly longer
D It's twice as long
Correct Answer: A It can be ten times greater
Explanation: Stopping distances in snowy or icy conditions can be ten times greater than on dry roads, necessitating increased caution.
37. Where is the risk of being blown off course by wind higher? Give one answer
A On open stretches of road exposed to crosswinds, or near bridges or gaps in hedges
B Only during the night
C Only in urban areas with tall buildings
D Only on high bridges
Correct Answer: A On open stretches of road exposed to crosswinds, or near bridges or gaps in hedges
Explanation: The risk of being blown off course by wind is higher on open stretches of road exposed to strong crosswinds, or when passing bridges or gaps in hedges.
38. How should you behave in windy weather when following motorcyclists overtaking large vehicles? Give one answer
A Honk to alert the motorcyclist
B Keep well back from them
C Overtake the motorcyclist quickly
D Stay close to the motorcyclist for safety
Correct Answer: B Keep well back from them
Explanation: In windy weather, it's important to keep a safe distance from motorcyclists, especially when they are overtaking high-sided vehicles due to turbulence.
39. What can happen even if fog seems to be clearing? Give one answer
A It's safe to increase your speed
B The fog is completely gone
C The fog will likely not return
D You can suddenly find yourself in thick fog
Correct Answer: D You can suddenly find yourself in thick fog
Explanation: Even when fog appears to be clearing, it's possible to suddenly encounter thick fog, so drivers should remain cautious and not assume the conditions have improved.
40. When is it appropriate to use front or rear fog lights? Give one answer
A At all times during foggy conditions
B At night regardless of visibility
C In heavy rain
D Only when visibility is seriously reduced
Correct Answer: D Only when visibility is seriously reduced
Explanation: Front or rear fog lights should only be used when visibility is seriously reduced, as they can dazzle other road users and obscure brake lights.
41. What indicates permitted loading/unloading on red routes? Give one answer
A Any parking space
B Designated drop-off points
C Marked and signed bays
D Yellow kerb markings
Correct Answer: C Marked and signed bays
Explanation: On red routes, specially marked and signed bays indicate where and when loading and unloading is permitted.
42. How far must vehicles park from a junction in a 30 mph zone without lights? Give one answer
A Any distance
B At least 10 metres
C Exactly 15 metres
D Less than 10 metres
Correct Answer: B At least 10 metres
Explanation: Vehicles need to be at least 10 metres away from any junction in these conditions.
43. How is parking on the road in fog described in the Highway Code? Give one answer
A Especially dangerous
B Generally safe
C Only allowed at night
D Permissible with hazards on
Correct Answer: A Especially dangerous
Explanation: The Highway Code states that parking on the road in fog is especially dangerous due to reduced visibility.
44. Which way should you turn your steering wheel when facing downhill? Give one answer
A Alternate between left and right
B Away from the kerb
C Straight ahead
D Towards the kerb
Correct Answer: D Towards the kerb
Explanation: Turning the steering wheel towards the kerb when facing downhill helps prevent the vehicle from rolling into the road.
45. What type of plates do road tankers carrying dangerous goods have? Give one answer
A Hazard warning plates
B Plain orange plates
C Red reflective plates
D Yellow warning plates
Correct Answer: A Hazard warning plates
Explanation: Road tankers carrying dangerous goods display hazard warning plates, according to the Highway Code Rule 284.
46. Which law is associated with obeying road signs? Give one answer
A Highway Safety Act 2001
B Motor Vehicles Act 1992
C Road Traffic Act 1988
D Traffic Management Act 2004
Correct Answer: C Road Traffic Act 1988
Explanation: The Road Traffic Act 1988: Section 36 mandates obedience to road signs, as referenced in the Highway Code.
47. What action is required if you've crossed the white line when the amber light appears? Give one answer
A Keep going
B Reverse
C Stop immediately
D Turn left
Correct Answer: A Keep going
Explanation: If you've already crossed the white line when the amber light appears, you should keep going.
48. What should you do if no alternative route is signed at a tram stop? Give one answer
A Drive on the pavement
B Overtake the tram
C Reverse and turn
D Wait for tram to move
Correct Answer: D Wait for tram to move
Explanation: If no alternative route is signed, do not overtake the tram and wait until it moves off.
49. What should other road users consider about cyclists and motorcyclists? Give one answer
A They are faster
B They follow different rules
C They have right of way
D They need more space
Correct Answer: D They need more space
Explanation: Other road users should be aware that cyclists and motorcyclists may need more space to cross tracks safely.
50. What is the usual height of tramway overhead wires? Give one answer
A 5 metres
B 5.8 metres
C 6.5 metres
D 7 metres
Correct Answer: B 5.8 metres
Explanation: Tramway overhead wires are normally 5.8 metres above any carriageway.