Driving Theory Test 2026 - Rules of the Road Test 2

Question 1 of 25

What should you do when approaching roadworks that have a temporary speed limit displayed?

Select 1 correct answer

Use your own judgment; the limit is only advisory

Obey the speed limit

Obey the limit, but only during rush hour

Ignore the displayed limit

Question 2 of 25

What’s the meaning of a red circle sign with a white car and a motorcycle inside?

Select 1 correct answer

National speed limit applies

No waiting on the carriageway

No motor vehicles

No entry for vehicles

Question 3 of 25

When may you stop and wait in a box junction?

Select 1 correct answer

When you're in a queue of traffic turning left

When oncoming traffic prevents you from turning right

When you're in a queue of traffic going ahead

When you're on a roundabout

Question 4 of 25

When may you stop on an urban clearway?

Select 1 correct answer

To load or unload goods

To set down and pick up passengers

To use a mobile telephone

To ask for directions

Question 5 of 25

When must you stop your vehicle according to the law?

Select 1 correct answer

Before merging onto a motorway

At the end of a one-way street

At a junction where there are 'give way' lines

If you're involved in an incident that causes damage or injury

Question 6 of 25

When should you use the right-hand lane of a three-lane dual carriageway?

Select 1 correct answer

When you're turning right only

When you're using cruise control

When you're overtaking or turning right

When you're overtaking only

Question 7 of 25

Where may you overtake on a one-way street?

Select 1 correct answer

On either the right or the left

Only on the right-hand side

Only on the left-hand side

Overtaking isn't allowed

Question 8 of 25

Where will you see red and white slanted countdown markers?

Select 1 correct answer

Approaching the end of a dual carriageway

Approaching a concealed speed-limit sign

Approaching a concealed level crossing

Approaching the end of a motorway

Question 9 of 25

Where is the safest place to park your vehicle at night?

Select 1 correct answer

On a busy road

In a garage

In a quiet car park

Near a red route

Question 10 of 25

You’re turning right at a crossroads. What is the advantage of turning 'behind' the oncoming vehicle?

Select 1 correct answer

You'll have more time to turn

You'll have a clearer view of approaching traffic

You'll use less fuel

You'll be able to turn without stopping

Question 11 of 25

You see a sign for a parking bay. What should you do on the days and times shown?

Select 1 correct answer

Park on yellow lines and pay

Park in a bay and not pay

Park in a bay and pay

Park on yellow lines and not pay

Question 12 of 25

You’re driving at night with main beam headlights. When should you dip them for an overtaking vehicle?

Select 1 correct answer

As soon as the vehicle passes you

Some time after the vehicle has passed you

Only if the other driver dips theirs

Before the vehicle starts to pass you

Question 13 of 25

What should you do if the right-hand lane of a dual carriageway is closed 800 yards ahead?

Select 1 correct answer

Move to the left in good time

Wait and see which lane is moving faster

Keep in that lane until you reach the queue

Move to the left immediately

Question 14 of 25

You find you are driving in the wrong direction on a busy main road. What should you do?

Select 1 correct answer

Turn around in a side road

Make a 'three-point' turn in the main road

Make a U-turn in the main road

Reverse into the main road from a side road

Question 15 of 25

How should you position your car when turning left from a main road into a minor road?

Select 1 correct answer

Keep in the middle of the road

Keep just left of the middle of the road

Swing out to the right just before turning

Keep well to the left of the road

Question 16 of 25

Why should you use dipped headlights in a well-lit built-up area at night?

Select 1 correct answer

So that you can see further

So that you can go at a faster speed

So that you can switch to main beam quickly

So that you can be easily seen by others

Question 17 of 25

What should you do if the only available parking spaces are for disabled drivers?

Select 1 correct answer

Wait for a regular parking space to become free

Park in one of these spaces but stay with your vehicle

Use one of the spaces as long as one is kept free

Use one of these spaces regardless

Question 18 of 25

On a road only wide enough for one vehicle, where should you pull in if a car comes towards you?

Select 1 correct answer

Pull into a passing place on your right

Pull into a passing place on your left

Pull into a passing place only if your vehicle is wider

Force the other driver to reverse

Question 19 of 25

When reversing into a side road, when is your vehicle the greatest hazard?

Select 1 correct answer

When the front of your vehicle swings out

After you've completed the manoeuvre

Just before you begin to manoeuvre

After you've entered the side road

Question 20 of 25

Why should you keep your speed down in a residential street with parked cars?

Select 1 correct answer

You may set off car alarms

So that oncoming traffic can see you clearly

There may be delivery lorries

Children may run out from between the vehicles

Question 21 of 25

You are turning right onto a dual carriageway. What if the central reservation is too narrow for your car?

Select 1 correct answer

Stop in the first lane so others give way

Emerge slightly to show intentions

Proceed to the central reservation and wait

Wait until the road is clear in both directions

Question 22 of 25

What must you do if a train passes a level crossing but the lights keep flashing?

Select 1 correct answer

Carry on waiting

Park and investigate

Phone the signal operator

Edge over the stop line

Question 23 of 25

At a Pelican crossing, what does a flashing amber light mean?

Select 1 correct answer

Get ready and go when continuous amber shows

Wait for the green light before moving

Give way to pedestrians on the crossing

Move off immediately

Question 24 of 25

You’re looking for a safe place to park. Where would you choose?

Select 1 correct answer

At or near a bus stop

Near the brow of a hill

On the approach to a level crossing

In a designated parking space

Question 25 of 25

What is the primary reason for not following another vehicle too closely (tailgating)?

Select 1 correct answer

To save fuel

To see the road ahead more clearly

To avoid being caught by speed cameras

To keep your engine cool

What should you do when approaching roadworks that have a temporary speed limit displayed?

What’s the meaning of a red circle sign with a white car and a motorcycle inside?

When may you stop and wait in a box junction?

When may you stop on an urban clearway?

When must you stop your vehicle according to the law?

When should you use the right-hand lane of a three-lane dual carriageway?

Where may you overtake on a one-way street?

Where will you see red and white slanted countdown markers?

Where is the safest place to park your vehicle at night?

You’re turning right at a crossroads. What is the advantage of turning 'behind' the oncoming vehicle?

You see a sign for a parking bay. What should you do on the days and times shown?

You’re driving at night with main beam headlights. When should you dip them for an overtaking vehicle?

What should you do if the right-hand lane of a dual carriageway is closed 800 yards ahead?

You find you are driving in the wrong direction on a busy main road. What should you do?

How should you position your car when turning left from a main road into a minor road?

Why should you use dipped headlights in a well-lit built-up area at night?

What should you do if the only available parking spaces are for disabled drivers?

On a road only wide enough for one vehicle, where should you pull in if a car comes towards you?

When reversing into a side road, when is your vehicle the greatest hazard?

Why should you keep your speed down in a residential street with parked cars?

You are turning right onto a dual carriageway. What if the central reservation is too narrow for your car?

What must you do if a train passes a level crossing but the lights keep flashing?

At a Pelican crossing, what does a flashing amber light mean?

You’re looking for a safe place to park. Where would you choose?

What is the primary reason for not following another vehicle too closely (tailgating)?

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What should you do when approaching roadworks that have a temporary speed limit displayed?

What’s the meaning of a red circle sign with a white car and a motorcycle inside?

When may you stop and wait in a box junction?

When may you stop on an urban clearway?

When must you stop your vehicle according to the law?

When should you use the right-hand lane of a three-lane dual carriageway?

Where may you overtake on a one-way street?

Where will you see red and white slanted countdown markers?

Where is the safest place to park your vehicle at night?

You’re turning right at a crossroads. What is the advantage of turning 'behind' the oncoming vehicle?

You see a sign for a parking bay. What should you do on the days and times shown?

You’re driving at night with main beam headlights. When should you dip them for an overtaking vehicle?

What should you do if the right-hand lane of a dual carriageway is closed 800 yards ahead?

You find you are driving in the wrong direction on a busy main road. What should you do?

How should you position your car when turning left from a main road into a minor road?

Why should you use dipped headlights in a well-lit built-up area at night?

What should you do if the only available parking spaces are for disabled drivers?

On a road only wide enough for one vehicle, where should you pull in if a car comes towards you?

When reversing into a side road, when is your vehicle the greatest hazard?

Why should you keep your speed down in a residential street with parked cars?

You are turning right onto a dual carriageway. What if the central reservation is too narrow for your car?

What must you do if a train passes a level crossing but the lights keep flashing?

At a Pelican crossing, what does a flashing amber light mean?

You’re looking for a safe place to park. Where would you choose?

What is the primary reason for not following another vehicle too closely (tailgating)?

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