Road and Traffic Signs
20 free practice questions with explanations
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Road and Traffic Signs: example questions & answers
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What does a red triangle warning sign mean?
- AStop mandatory
- BWarn of a hazard ahead—reduce speed and be prepared to act✓
- CMandatory instruction
- DInformation about facilities
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✓
- CWarning
- DSpeed limit
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?
- ADo not enter
- BNo entry—do not proceed in this direction✓
- CWarning of hazard
- DSpeed restriction
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?
- APriority number
- BA speed limit in mph—you must not exceed this speed✓
- CDistance in metres
- DWeight limit
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?
- AWarning
- BProhibition
- CA mandatory instruction you must obey✓
- DInformation
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?
- AWarning
- BMandatory instruction
- CInformation or directional information✓
- DSpeed limit
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?
- ASpeed limit
- BWarning of a sharp bend—reduce speed and be prepared to steer✓
- CMandatory instruction
- DInformation
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 white rectangular sign with red borders and a red diagonal mean?
- AStop ahead
- BNo entry
- CInformal parking
- DEnd of a motorway or trunk road✓
Answer: A white rectangle with red borders and diagonal stripe marks the end of a motorway or trunk road. Your speed limit may increase or decrease depending on the road ahead.
What does a 'Give Way' sign (inverted triangle) indicate?
- AStop completely
- BReduce speed and be prepared to give way to traffic on the main road✓
- CProceed normally
- DWarning of hazard
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?
- AGo
- BPermitted—it indicates a permitted activity or direction (e.g., a green circle with a cycle means cyclists may use this route)✓
- CWarning
- DMandatory instruction
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✓
- BNo entry except buses
- CDo not enter this road
- 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?
- AA school is nearby✓
- BChildren must not be in the vehicle
- CYou must sound your horn
- DYou must stop immediately
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.