Driving Theory Test 2026 - Alertness Test 1

Question 1 of 25

What should you do before overtaking a vehicle?

Select 1 correct answer

Flash your headlights to signal the driver ahead

Check your mirrors and blind spots

Sound your horn to alert the driver ahead

Increase speed immediately

Question 2 of 25

Why should you stay well back when following a large vehicle?

Select 1 correct answer

To allow the driver to see you in their mirrors

To overtake it more quickly

To reduce your fuel consumption

To get a better view of the road ahead

Question 3 of 25

What should you do if you feel drowsy while driving on a motorway?

Select 1 correct answer

Leave the motorway at the next exit or service station

Turn up the radio and open a window

Keep driving but reduce your speed

Stop on the hard shoulder for a quick nap

Question 4 of 25

Why is it dangerous to have objects (like air fresheners) hanging from your interior mirror?

Select 1 correct answer

They can distract other drivers

They could partially block your view of the road

They can interfere with your radio signal

They might cause the windscreen to fog up

Question 5 of 25

When should you use your vehicle’s horn?

Select 1 correct answer

To greet a friend or thank another driver

To show your annoyance at a slow driver

To alert other road users of your presence

To signal that you have right of way

Question 6 of 25

What should you do before making a U-turn?

Select 1 correct answer

Sound your horn to alert pedestrians

Turn quickly to minimize disruption

Give an arm signal to the left

Check all around for other road users and pedestrians

Question 7 of 25

How can you improve your view when emerging from a junction where parked cars block your vision?

Select 1 correct answer

Edge forward slowly and carefully until you can see

Sound your horn and pull out quickly

Flash your headlights to warn other drivers

Ask a passenger to get out and check

Question 8 of 25

Which of the following should you do when approaching a hump bridge with a limited view?

Select 1 correct answer

Overtake slow-moving vehicles immediately

Stay on your side of the road and consider using your horn

Speed up to clear the bridge quickly

Drive in the centre of the road to see better

Question 9 of 25

When are windscreen pillars most likely to create a serious obstruction to your view?

Select 1 correct answer

When driving on a straight motorway

When you are parking in a tight space

When you are approaching bends or junctions

When you are driving at night on unlit roads

Question 10 of 25

What should you do if you are dazzled by the headlights of an oncoming vehicle at night?

Select 1 correct answer

Flash your full-beam lights back at them

Look directly at the lights to see where the car is

Put your sun visor down

Slow down or stop if necessary

Question 11 of 25

What is meant by a 'blind spot'?

Select 1 correct answer

An area of the road not covered by your mirrors

The area directly in front of your bonnet

A section of road where there are no street lights

The part of the road hidden by a hump bridge

Question 12 of 25

Why should you check your mirrors frequently while driving?

Select 1 correct answer

To check that your indicators are working

To stay aware of the speed and position of traffic behind you

To help you stay in the centre of your lane

To see if any passengers are wearing seat belts

Question 13 of 25

What should you do if an aggressive driver is tailgating you?

Select 1 correct answer

Speed up to get away from them

Brake hard to show them how close they are

Drop back from the car in front to increase your safety gap

Ignore them and continue as normal

Question 14 of 25

In which situation should you avoid overtaking?

Select 1 correct answer

On a dual carriageway

When the vehicle in front is a tractor

When you are driving on a one-way street

When approaching a dip in the road or a bend

Question 15 of 25

Why are yellow lines sometimes painted across the road when approaching a roundabout?

Select 1 correct answer

To make you more aware of your speed

To help you choose the correct lane

To warn you that the road is slippery

To indicate the distance to the roundabout

Question 16 of 25

How can you help yourself stay alert during a very long journey?

Select 1 correct answer

Drink high-energy coffee throughout the trip

Take a break at least every two hours

Keep the car very warm and comfortable

Listen to a podcast at high volume

Question 17 of 25

What should you do when you move off from behind a parked car?

Select 1 correct answer

Signal your intention and move quickly

Sound your horn to alert oncoming traffic

Check your mirrors and look all around

Only check your exterior mirrors

Question 18 of 25

Why should you leave extra space when following a motorcyclist in wet weather?

Select 1 correct answer

They always stop faster than cars in the rain

They may lose power due to water in the engine

They might be affected by the spray from your tyres

They may swerve to avoid slippery patches or puddles

Question 19 of 25

You are driving in fog. Why should you use dipped headlights instead of full beam?

Select 1 correct answer

Full beam will reflect back and dazzle you

Dipped lights make the fog clear faster

Full beam uses too much battery power

Dipped lights are required by law in all fog

Question 20 of 25

What should you do if you miss your exit on a motorway?

Select 1 correct answer

Carefully reverse on the hard shoulder

Continue to the next exit

Make a U-turn at the next gap in the reservation

Stop and wait for a gap in the traffic

Question 21 of 25

Why should you check over your shoulder before turning right into a side road?

Select 1 correct answer

To see if the road you are entering is clear

To check your rear indicator is working

To check for overtaking vehicles in your blind spot

To make sure no one is following too closely

Question 22 of 25

What should you check before turning right from a side road into a dual carriageway?

Select 1 correct answer

That your indicators are bright enough

That you have enough fuel to reach your destination

That the speed limit is the same on both sides

That the central reservation is wide enough for your vehicle

Question 23 of 25

What is the safest way to use a satellite navigation (SatNav) system?

Select 1 correct answer

Set the destination before you start your journey

Adjust the route while driving on a quiet road

Hold the device in your hand

Turn the volume off

Question 24 of 25

What should you do if your phone rings while you are driving?

Select 1 correct answer

Answer it using your hands-free headset

Ignore it until you have stopped in a safe place

Pull over to the nearest kerb immediately

Slow down so you can focus on the call

Question 25 of 25

What should you do when approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time?

Select 1 correct answer

Speed up to ensure you get through

Maintain your speed and look for pedestrians

Be prepared to stop as they may change soon

Flash your lights to warn other drivers

What should you do before overtaking a vehicle?

Why should you stay well back when following a large vehicle?

What should you do if you feel drowsy while driving on a motorway?

Why is it dangerous to have objects (like air fresheners) hanging from your interior mirror?

When should you use your vehicle’s horn?

What should you do before making a U-turn?

How can you improve your view when emerging from a junction where parked cars block your vision?

Which of the following should you do when approaching a hump bridge with a limited view?

When are windscreen pillars most likely to create a serious obstruction to your view?

What should you do if you are dazzled by the headlights of an oncoming vehicle at night?

What is meant by a 'blind spot'?

Why should you check your mirrors frequently while driving?

What should you do if an aggressive driver is tailgating you?

In which situation should you avoid overtaking?

Why are yellow lines sometimes painted across the road when approaching a roundabout?

How can you help yourself stay alert during a very long journey?

What should you do when you move off from behind a parked car?

Why should you leave extra space when following a motorcyclist in wet weather?

You are driving in fog. Why should you use dipped headlights instead of full beam?

What should you do if you miss your exit on a motorway?

Why should you check over your shoulder before turning right into a side road?

What should you check before turning right from a side road into a dual carriageway?

What is the safest way to use a satellite navigation (SatNav) system?

What should you do if your phone rings while you are driving?

What should you do when approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time?

Tests

Driving Theory Test

Life in the UK Test

Driving Practical Test

About

Contact Us

Follow Us

Mode:

What should you do before overtaking a vehicle?

Why should you stay well back when following a large vehicle?

What should you do if you feel drowsy while driving on a motorway?

Why is it dangerous to have objects (like air fresheners) hanging from your interior mirror?

When should you use your vehicle’s horn?

What should you do before making a U-turn?

How can you improve your view when emerging from a junction where parked cars block your vision?

Which of the following should you do when approaching a hump bridge with a limited view?

When are windscreen pillars most likely to create a serious obstruction to your view?

What should you do if you are dazzled by the headlights of an oncoming vehicle at night?

What is meant by a 'blind spot'?

Why should you check your mirrors frequently while driving?

What should you do if an aggressive driver is tailgating you?

In which situation should you avoid overtaking?

Why are yellow lines sometimes painted across the road when approaching a roundabout?

How can you help yourself stay alert during a very long journey?

What should you do when you move off from behind a parked car?

Why should you leave extra space when following a motorcyclist in wet weather?

You are driving in fog. Why should you use dipped headlights instead of full beam?

What should you do if you miss your exit on a motorway?

Why should you check over your shoulder before turning right into a side road?

What should you check before turning right from a side road into a dual carriageway?

What is the safest way to use a satellite navigation (SatNav) system?

What should you do if your phone rings while you are driving?

What should you do when approaching traffic lights that have been green for some time?

Driving Theory Test

Life in the UK Test

Driving Practical Test