Road and Traffic Signs

What does a red triangle warning sign mean?

• AA mandatory instruction that you are legally required to obey
• BThat you must stop at the sign and give way before going any further
• CInformation about services and facilities available further along the road
• DWarn of a hazard ahead—reduce speed and be prepared to act✓

Answer: Red triangle signs warn of hazards like curves, pedestrian crossings, or roadworks. You must slow down and be ready to act on the danger indicated.

What does a circular red sign with a white bar mean?

• AStop
• BDo not enter✓
• CA speed limit in mph
• DWarning

Answer: A red circle with a white bar is a 'do not enter' sign (prohibition). You must not go in that direction; there may be one-way traffic or restrictions.

What does a red circle with a white horizontal line mean?

• ANo entry—do not proceed in this direction✓
• BNo stopping at any time on this length of road
• CA speed restriction that applies to the road ahead
• DA warning of a hazard on the road immediately ahead

Answer: A red circle with a white horizontal line is 'No Entry'. You must not proceed in this direction. It's typically used for traffic going the wrong way on one-way streets.

What does a red circle with numbers inside mean?

• AA speed limit in mph—you must not exceed this speed✓
• BWeight limit
• CThe distance in metres to the next junction on this road
• DThe priority number given to the route you are now joining

Answer: A red circle with a number (e.g., 50) is a speed limit sign. You must not exceed the stated speed; breaking speed limits is a serious offence.

What does a circular blue sign mean?

• AInformation
• BA mandatory instruction you must obey✓
• CWarning
• DProhibition

Answer: Blue circular signs are mandatory instructions. For example, a blue circle with an arrow means you must turn in that direction; a blue circle with a pedestrian means pedestrians must use this route.

What does a rectangular sign with white lettering on a blue background mean?

• AA mandatory instruction that must be obeyed
• BThe speed limit that applies on the road ahead
• CWarning
• DInformation or directional information✓

Answer: Blue rectangular signs provide information, directions, or facility information. For example, they might show distances, directions to cities, or locations of services.

What does a yellow and black chevron sign mean?

• AMandatory instruction
• BInformation
• CWarning of a sharp bend—reduce speed and be prepared to steer✓
• DSpeed limit

Answer: Yellow and black chevron signs warn of sharp bends ahead. You must reduce speed and be ready to steer, as the road direction changes severely.

What does a blue rectangular sign showing the motorway symbol with a diagonal line through it mean?

• AAn informal parking area on the verge ahead
• BA stop line ahead at the next junction
• CNo entry
• DEnd of a motorway or trunk road✓

Answer: The motorway symbol with a line through it marks the end of a motorway. Motorway regulations no longer apply beyond it and the speed limit may change, so check for the limit that now applies.

What does a 'Give Way' sign (inverted triangle) indicate?

• AA warning of a hazard ahead which has no effect on who has priority here
• BReduce speed and be prepared to give way to traffic on the main road✓
• CProceed normally
• DStop completely

Answer: A triangular 'Give Way' sign means you must reduce speed and be prepared to stop if necessary. You must give priority to traffic on the main road you're joining.

What does a green circular sign mean?

• AMandatory instruction
• BWarning
• CPermitted—it indicates a permitted activity or direction (e.g., a green circle with a cycle means cyclists may use this route)✓
• DGo

Answer: Green circular signs show permitted activities or directions. For example, a green circle with a pedestrian and cycle means pedestrians and cyclists may use that route.

What does a red circular sign with a white bar mean?

• ANo entry to anyone✓
• BDo not enter this road
• CNo entry except buses
• DNo stopping allowed

Answer: A red circular sign with a white horizontal bar is a 'No Entry' sign that applies to all vehicles. This is a mandatory instruction and must be obeyed. It indicates the road is closed to general traffic.

What does a triangular sign with a red border and picture of children mean?

• AChildren must not be in the vehicle
• BYou must sound your horn
• CYou must stop immediately
• DA school is nearby✓

Answer: A triangular red-bordered warning sign with children symbol warns of a school area nearby. You should be prepared to slow down and watch for children crossing. This is a warning sign, not a mandatory instruction to stop.

What does a blue rectangular sign showing a car symbol mean?

• AA car park is ahead✓
• BYou must drive a car
• CNo cars allowed
• DParking is mandatory

Answer: A blue rectangular information sign with a car symbol indicates that a car park is ahead or nearby. Blue signs are information signs providing guidance rather than instructions or warnings.

What does a white horizontal line across the road mean?

• AA stop line where you must stop✓
• BYou may park with your wheels behind this line
• CThe road ahead is closed
• DA give way line where you must wait if vehicles are approaching

Answer: A single white line across the road is a stop line. You must stop at this line and only proceed when traffic clears. This is typically seen at junctions with a stop sign or at level crossings.

What does a broken white line in the centre of the road indicate?

• AYou must not change lanes or cross the line at any point
• BThe lane to your right is reserved for buses and taxis only
• COvertaking is prohibited along the whole length of the marking
• DYou can overtake if it is safe to do so✓

Answer: A broken white line in the centre allows overtaking when it is safe and legal to do so. If the line is solid, overtaking is not permitted. You must always check for oncoming traffic before overtaking.

What does a yellow rectangular sign with a red border mean?

• AThe road is flooded
• BParking is banned
• CTemporary roadworks ahead✓
• DSpeed limit change

Answer: A yellow/amber temporary sign with red border indicates roadworks or temporary hazards ahead. These signs are used to warn drivers of ongoing construction, maintenance, or other temporary road conditions.

What does a circular sign with a blue background show?

• AParking is allowed
• BA mandatory instruction that must be obeyed✓
• CA warning about what might happen
• DInformation about nearby facilities, services or routes

Answer: A blue circular sign gives a mandatory instruction that must be obeyed, such as 'Keep left' or 'Turn left ahead'. Blue circular signs tell you what you MUST do, not what you must not do.

What does a green rectangular sign show?

• AA warning of danger on the road immediately ahead
• BRoute information and directions to destinations✓
• CA mandatory instruction that all drivers must obey
• DA prohibition on certain types of traffic using the road

Answer: Green rectangular signs provide information about directions, routes, and facilities. These are guidance signs to help you navigate, not warnings or mandatory instructions.

What does a red 'X' displayed on a smart motorway gantry mean?

• AThere is a temporary traffic signal at the roadworks ahead
• BSpeed limit is 30mph
• CThe whole motorway is closed at the next junction
• DThis lane is closed and must not be used✓

Answer: A red 'X' on a smart motorway gantry means that lane is closed and you must not drive in it. You must move to an adjacent open lane. Ignoring this instruction is dangerous and illegal.

What does a sign showing a crossed-out lorry mean?

• ALorries must be escorted through this section
• BLorries must switch on hazard warning lights along this road
• CLorries are prohibited from this road✓
• DAll lorries must stop

Answer: A sign with a crossed-out lorry (HGV) symbol prohibits heavy goods vehicles or lorries from that road. This restriction may apply to certain times or weights. Other vehicles may pass freely.