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Rule 219 Test

These questions are based on Highway Code Rule 219. There are 3 questions in this test. You need to answer 2 out of 3 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 when an emergency vehicle approaches using flashing lights and sirens? Give one answer
A Follow closely behind it
B Speed up to keep ahead of it
C Stop immediately regardless of your location
D Take appropriate action to let it pass, comply with traffic signs
Correct Answer: D Take appropriate action to let it pass, comply with traffic signs
Explanation: When an emergency vehicle approaches, consider its route and take appropriate action to allow it to pass, while adhering to traffic signs and safety.
2. Where should you avoid stopping if you need to give way to an emergency vehicle? Give one answer
A Before the brow of a hill, a bend, or a narrow section of road
B Directly after a pedestrian crossing
C In a designated parking space
D In the middle of a junction
Correct Answer: A Before the brow of a hill, a bend, or a narrow section of road
Explanation: Avoid stopping before the brow of a hill, a bend, or a narrow section of road when giving way to emergency vehicles to ensure safety for all road users.
3. Why should you not brake harshly on approach to a junction or roundabout when an emergency vehicle is behind you? Give one answer
A A following vehicle may not have the same view
B To keep a consistent speed with traffic
C To prevent wear on the brakes
D To save fuel
Correct Answer: A A following vehicle may not have the same view
Explanation: Harsh braking, especially near junctions or roundabouts, can be dangerous if an emergency vehicle is behind, as following vehicles might not see it as clearly.