G1 Practice Test 6 – 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does this road sign mean?
- Do not pass
- Keep to the left
- Keep out ( Do not enter) (Correct answer)
- Keep to right
Correct answer: Keep out ( Do not enter)
This sign, typically a red circle with a white horizontal bar, is universally recognized as a 'Do Not Enter' or 'Keep Out' sign. It prohibits vehicles from entering a roadway or area from the direction it is facing. This sign is commonly used on one-way streets or exit ramps to prevent drivers from going against the flow of traffic and causing head-on collisions.
Question 2: What does this road sign mean?
- Slight bend or curve in the road ahead (Correct answer)
- This lane exits to the right
- Keep to the right lane if there is faster traffic
- None of the above
Correct answer: Slight bend or curve in the road ahead
This sign, typically a yellow diamond-shaped warning sign with a black arrow curving to the left or right, indicates that there is a slight bend or curve in the road ahead. It alerts drivers to adjust their speed and prepare for the change in road alignment. This warning helps ensure they can navigate the curve safely and maintain control of their vehicle.
Question 3: What does this road sign mean?
- School with playground
- Hidden intersection
- School zone
- A hidden bus stop ahead, slow down, drive with extra caution, watch for children and school buses with flashing red lights (Correct answer)
Correct answer: A hidden bus stop ahead, slow down, drive with extra caution, watch for children and school buses with flashing red lights
This sign, often a yellow diamond-shaped warning sign with a symbol of a bus and/or children, indicates a hidden bus stop or school bus stop ahead. It warns drivers to be extra cautious, slow down, and be prepared to stop for children crossing the road or for a school bus with flashing red lights. Flashing red lights signify that children are boarding or exiting, and drivers must stop.
Question 4: What does this road sign mean?
- Deer regularly cross, be alert for animals (Correct answer)
- Deer are welcome
- Zoo ahead
- No honking at animals
Correct answer: Deer regularly cross, be alert for animals
This yellow diamond-shaped sign with a deer silhouette is a warning sign. It alerts drivers to areas where deer frequently cross the road, indicating a higher risk of encountering wildlife. Drivers should reduce speed and be extra vigilant, especially at dawn and dusk, to avoid collisions with animals.
Question 5: What does this sign mean?
- Narrow bridge ahead
- The road is separated by median ahead; keep to the right (Correct answer)
- Divided highway ends
- Road under construction
Correct answer: The road is separated by median ahead; keep to the right
This yellow diamond-shaped sign indicates that the road ahead will become a divided highway, meaning traffic moving in opposite directions will be separated by a median or barrier. The sign with the two arrows diverging and then converging around a central barrier specifically warns drivers to keep to the right of the median when the divided highway begins. It prepares drivers for a change in road layout, emphasizing the need to stay in the correct lane.
Question 6: What does this sign mean?
- Hazard, the downward line indicates the side on which you may not safely pass
- Rest area ahead
- Shopping ahead
- Hazard, the downward line indicates the side on which you may safely pass\t (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Hazard, the downward line indicates the side on which you may safely pass\t
This sign, often a yellow diamond with a black chevron pointing downwards and to the right, is a hazard marker. It is used to guide drivers around an obstruction or a sharp curve. The downward line or chevron indicates the safe side to pass the hazard or the direction of the curve, ensuring drivers maintain a safe path of travel.
Question 7: What does this road sign mean?
- Guides drivers around sharp curves in the road (Correct answer)
- Keep right
- Stay to the right of the center island
- None of the above
Correct answer: Guides drivers around sharp curves in the road
This sign, typically a yellow diamond with a black arrow sharply curving, is a warning sign for a sharp curve or turn ahead. It alerts drivers to reduce their speed and prepare for the change in road alignment. The arrow's direction indicates the direction of the curve, helping drivers anticipate and safely navigate the turn.
Question 8: What does this road sign mean?
- You will get ticket if you do not obey traffic signals
- Stop for red light at intersection
- Red light camera at intersection (Correct answer)
- Policemen at intersection
Correct answer: Red light camera at intersection
This sign, often a white rectangular sign with a camera symbol and text like 'PHOTO ENFORCED' or 'RED LIGHT CAMERA,' informs drivers that the intersection is equipped with automated cameras. These cameras detect vehicles that run red lights and automatically issue tickets. It serves as a deterrent to encourage drivers to obey traffic signals and improve safety at intersections.
Question 9: What does this sign mean?
- End of highway; you must move into right-hand lane
- Two-way left turn lane (Correct answer)
- You may exit if you remain in the right-hand lane
- You must not drive in the right-hand lane under any circumtances
Correct answer: Two-way left turn lane
This sign, typically a white rectangular sign with a left-pointing arrow above a right-pointing arrow, both curved and separated by a dashed line, indicates a two-way left turn lane. This lane is located in the center of a roadway and is used by vehicles traveling in either direction to make left turns. Drivers should only enter this lane when preparing to turn left and should not use it for through traffic or passing.
Question 10: What does this sign mean?
- Watch for pedestrians (Correct answer)
- A hiking trail
- School zone
- Playground zone
Correct answer: Watch for pedestrians
This yellow diamond-shaped sign with a silhouette of a person walking is a pedestrian crossing warning sign. It alerts drivers to areas where pedestrians frequently cross or may be present near the roadway. Drivers should be extra vigilant, reduce speed, and be prepared to stop for pedestrians to ensure their safety.
Question 11: What does this road sign mean?
- Narrow bridge ahead
- Divided highway ahead
- Road under construction
- Divided road ends, keep to the right (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Divided road ends, keep to the right
This yellow diamond-shaped sign shows two lanes converging into one, with a median ending. It warns drivers that the divided highway ahead is ending, and two-way traffic will no longer be separated by a physical barrier. Drivers should be prepared for oncoming traffic and typically merge to the right, maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles.
Question 12: What does this road sign mean?
- Passing is not allowed
- Watch for disabled persons
- A school crossing ahead, follow the directions of the crossing guard or school safety patroller (Correct answer)
- Wheelchair crossing
Correct answer: A school crossing ahead, follow the directions of the crossing guard or school safety patroller
This sign, often a fluorescent yellow-green pentagon with a silhouette of two children walking, indicates a school crossing or school zone ahead. It warns drivers to be extremely cautious, reduce speed, and be prepared to stop for children. If a crossing guard or school safety patroller is present, drivers must obey their signals to ensure the safety of students crossing the road.
Question 13: What does this sign mean?
- Do not stop in the area between the signs, even for a moment (Correct answer)
- Do not park in the area between the signs
- Do not stop your vehicle except to load or unload passengers or merchandise
- Do not stand in the area between the signs
Correct answer: Do not stop in the area between the signs, even for a moment
This sign, typically a red circle with a diagonal line through it over the letter 'S' (for Stop) or a specific 'NO STOPPING' text, indicates that stopping is prohibited in the designated area. This restriction applies even for brief moments, such as dropping off passengers or loading/unloading goods. It's usually enforced in high-traffic areas to maintain traffic flow and prevent congestion.
Question 14: What does this sign mean?
- Slow down to prevent hydroplaning
- Pavement is slippery when wet. Slow down and drive with caution (Correct answer)
- Paved surface ends ahead
- Pavement has been grooved or milled. Your vehicle's stopping ability may be affected, so obey the speed limit and drive with extra caution
Correct answer: Pavement is slippery when wet. Slow down and drive with caution
This yellow diamond-shaped sign with a car skidding indicates that the road surface can become slippery when wet. This condition increases the risk of hydroplaning or losing traction. Drivers should reduce their speed, increase following distance, and drive with extra caution to maintain control of their vehicle in rainy or wet conditions.
Question 15: What does this road sign mean?
- Railway crossing ahead
- You must give the right-of-way (Correct answer)
- School area ahead
- You have the right-of-way
Correct answer: You must give the right-of-way
This red and white inverted triangle sign is a Yield sign. It means that drivers approaching this sign must slow down and be prepared to stop, giving the right-of-way to all traffic and pedestrians already in the intersection or on the roadway they are entering. Drivers must only proceed when it is safe to do so without interfering with other traffic.
Question 16: What does this road sign mean?
- Children playing in the residential area
- School zone sign (Correct answer)
- Direction sign for children
- Playground zone
Correct answer: School zone sign
This sign, often a fluorescent yellow-green pentagon with a silhouette of two children, is a school zone sign. It indicates that drivers are entering an area near a school where children may be present. Drivers must reduce their speed to the posted school zone limit and be extra vigilant for children crossing the street or walking near the road.
Question 17: What does this sign mean?
- Shows distance to towns or cities
- Show the upcoming roundabout exits and where they will take you (Correct answer)
- Indicates an upcoming railway crossing
- Show directions to nearby towns or cities
Correct answer: Show the upcoming roundabout exits and where they will take you
This sign, typically a blue or green rectangular sign with a circular diagram of a roundabout and arrows indicating exits, is a roundabout guide sign. It provides advance notice of an upcoming roundabout and helps drivers plan their exit by showing the destinations accessible from each exit. This allows drivers to choose the correct lane before entering the roundabout.
Question 18: What does this road sign mean?
- Watch for traffic signals
- Do not slow down
- Be cautious of pedestrians
- Do not block intersection (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Do not block intersection
This sign, often a white rectangular sign with text 'DO NOT BLOCK INTERSECTION' or a yellow box painted on the pavement, prohibits drivers from stopping their vehicle within an intersection. Even if the light is green, drivers should not enter the intersection unless they can clear it completely. This prevents gridlock and ensures cross-traffic can flow freely.
Question 19: What does this road sign mean?
- Two or more passengers must be in the vehicle to use this lane on the highway (Correct answer)
- The two lanes ahead are closed
- Highway with two express lanes
- Two lanes will merge into one
Correct answer: Two or more passengers must be in the vehicle to use this lane on the highway
This sign, typically a white rectangular sign with a diamond symbol and text like 'HOV LANE' or 'CARPOOL LANE,' indicates a High-Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane. These lanes are reserved for vehicles carrying a specified minimum number of occupants, usually two or more, to encourage carpooling and reduce traffic congestion. Single-occupant vehicles are generally prohibited from using these lanes during designated hours.
Question 20: What does this road sign mean?
- Fire hall
- Do not enter
- Construction zone
- There may be water flowing over the road (Correct answer)
Correct answer: There may be water flowing over the road
This yellow diamond-shaped sign with a car driving through water indicates a 'FLOODED' or 'WATER OVER ROAD' warning. It alerts drivers to potential hazards where water may be covering the roadway, making it unsafe to pass. Drivers should proceed with extreme caution, reduce speed, or find an alternate route if the water depth is unknown or appears significant.
Question 21: What does this road sign mean?
- Bridge crossing ahead
- Pavement has been milled or grooved (Correct answer)
- Gravel road ahead
- None of the above
Correct answer: Pavement has been milled or grooved
This yellow diamond-shaped sign with a textured road surface symbol indicates that the pavement ahead has been milled or grooved. This process creates a rough surface, often as preparation for repaving, which can affect vehicle handling and stopping distance. Drivers should reduce speed and drive with caution, as the road may be uneven or have loose gravel.
Question 22: What does this road sign mean?
- Road ahead turns left, then right
- Intersection ahead
- Narrow road ahead
- Road ahead turns right, then left (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Road ahead turns right, then left
This yellow diamond-shaped sign with a 'reverse curve' symbol indicates a series of two sharp turns in opposite directions. The sign shows the first turn is to the right, followed immediately by a turn to the left. Drivers should reduce speed significantly before entering the first curve and be prepared to navigate both turns safely.
Question 23: What does this sign mean?
- Construction work one kilometre ahead
- Follow detour marker until you return to regular route (Correct answer)
- Keep a certain distance away
- Closed lane; merge with traffic
Correct answer: Follow detour marker until you return to regular route
This sign, typically an orange diamond or rectangle with a symbol (like an arrow or specific shape) and text 'DETOUR,' indicates a temporary change in the normal traffic route. Drivers must follow the designated detour markers, which are usually consistent in shape and color, until they are guided back to their original route. This is common during road construction or closures.
Question 24: What does this sign mean?
- Closed lane (Correct answer)
- Yield to the right
- Road turns to the right
- Slight bend or curve in the road ahead
Correct answer: Closed lane
This sign, typically an orange diamond or rectangle with an arrow indicating a lane merge and text like 'LANE CLOSED AHEAD,' warns drivers that a lane is ending or closed due to construction or other reasons. Drivers in the affected lane must merge safely into the adjacent open lane well in advance. This helps prevent sudden braking and congestion.
Question 25: What does this road sign mean?
- Hidden intersection ahead
- Road slippery when wet
- Winding road (Correct answer)
- Narrow road ahead
Correct answer: Winding road
This yellow diamond-shaped sign with a series of curves indicates a winding road ahead. It warns drivers that there will be several turns or curves in succession. Drivers should reduce their speed and be prepared to navigate multiple changes in road direction, maintaining control of their vehicle.
Question 26: What does this road sign mean?
- Bicycle crossing ahead
- No pedestrians allowed in this road
- This road is an official bicycle route (Correct answer)
- This lane is for bicycle only
Correct answer: This road is an official bicycle route
This sign, often a green rectangular sign with a bicycle symbol and text 'BIKE ROUTE,' designates a specific road or path as an official bicycle route. It indicates that cyclists are expected to use this route and drivers should be aware of increased bicycle traffic. Both drivers and cyclists should share the road safely and be vigilant.
Question 27: What does this road sign mean?
- Traffic must exit to the right
- Road ends
- Sharp bend or turn in the road ahead (Correct answer)
- Keep right
Correct answer: Sharp bend or turn in the road ahead
This yellow diamond-shaped sign with a sharp arrow pointing to the right (or left) indicates a sharp bend or turn in the road ahead. It warns drivers to reduce their speed significantly before reaching the curve to maintain control and avoid running off the road. The direction of the arrow indicates the direction of the turn.
Question 28: What does this road sign mean?
- You may ignore this sign
- School buses load and unload in this area without using the flashing signals and stop arm (Correct answer)
- You must be driving a school bus to enter this area
- You may park here
Correct answer: School buses load and unload in this area without using the flashing signals and stop arm
This sign, often a white rectangular sign with text like 'SCHOOL BUS STOP NO FLASHING LIGHTS' or similar wording, indicates a designated school bus stop where buses may not activate their flashing red lights or extend their stop arm. This usually occurs in areas with specific traffic control, like a controlled intersection, where stopping traffic in both directions is not required. Drivers should still exercise caution and be aware of children.
Question 29: What does this road sign mean?
- Slow traffic must keep right (Correct answer)
- Right lane is for faster traffic
- Slow down when you are at the right lane
- None of the above
Correct answer: Slow traffic must keep right
This sign is a regulatory sign, typically found on multi-lane highways or freeways. It indicates that slower-moving vehicles, such as trucks or any vehicle traveling below the flow of traffic, are required to use the rightmost lane. This rule helps maintain traffic flow and safety by keeping faster lanes clear for passing.
Question 30: What does this sign mean?
- Watch for pedestrians and be prepared to share the road with them
- Traffic control person ahead. Drive slowly and watch for instructions
- Road work ahead
- Survey crew working on the road ahead (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Survey crew working on the road ahead
This is a warning sign, typically diamond-shaped and yellow, indicating a temporary condition ahead. The symbol of a person with surveying equipment specifically warns drivers that a survey crew is working on or near the roadway. Drivers should reduce speed and be prepared for workers and equipment.
Question 31: What does this road sign mean?
- Yield right-of-way
- Slow moving vehicle ahead
- Stop sign ahead (Correct answer)
- Dead end street ahead
Correct answer: Stop sign ahead
This is a warning sign, typically yellow and diamond-shaped, used to alert drivers to an upcoming stop sign. The black octagon symbol inside the yellow diamond is a direct representation of a stop sign. This gives drivers advance notice to prepare to stop safely at the intersection or location ahead.
Question 32: What does this road sign mean?
- Airplane landing
- Air show ahead
- Route to Airport (Correct answer)
- None of the above
Correct answer: Route to Airport
This sign features a universally recognized symbol of an airplane. It is a guide sign, typically blue or green, used to direct drivers to the nearest airport or airport access road. Following this sign will lead you to the airport facilities.
Question 33: What does this road sign mean?
- Truck entrance ahead on the right
- Bus entrance ahead on the right\t
- Fire truck entrance ahead on the right\t (Correct answer)
- None of the above
Correct answer: Fire truck entrance ahead on the right\t
This is a warning sign, typically yellow and diamond-shaped, alerting drivers to a specific hazard or condition. The symbol of a fire truck combined with an arrow indicates that there is a fire truck entrance or station located ahead on the right side of the road. Drivers should be prepared for emergency vehicles entering or exiting the roadway.
Question 34: What does this road sign mean?
- It is a warning sign
- Watch for children only
- During school hours when the yellow lights are flashing, follow the speed limit shown (Correct answer)
- Watch for cross guard only
Correct answer: During school hours when the yellow lights are flashing, follow the speed limit shown
This sign indicates a school zone and is designed to protect children. The flashing yellow lights activate during school hours or when children are present, signaling that the posted reduced speed limit must be strictly followed. This ensures drivers reduce their speed to enhance safety in areas where children may be crossing or walking.
Question 35: What does this sign mean?
- Road turns right then left
- Pass other traffic on the right
- Keep to the right of the traffic island (Correct answer)
- Winding road ahead
Correct answer: Keep to the right of the traffic island
This sign is a regulatory sign, often found at intersections or where a roadway divides. It instructs drivers to pass to the right of a traffic island, median, or obstruction. This helps guide traffic flow and prevents drivers from entering oncoming lanes or restricted areas.
Question 36: The broken centre line on your side of the roadway means you may:
- Pass any time
- Pass only during daylight hours
- Never pass
- Pass if the way is clear (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Pass if the way is clear
A broken centre line on your side of the roadway indicates that passing is permitted when it is safe to do so. You must ensure the way is clear of oncoming traffic and that you can complete the pass without exceeding the speed limit or interfering with other vehicles. This marking allows for passing in areas with good visibility.
Question 37: What does this road sign mean?
- Regulatory sign; reduce speed
- This signs warns of road work operation ahead (Correct answer)
- Construction sign to slow down, obey flagman's direction
- A construction sign replacing flagman on duty
Correct answer: This signs warns of road work operation ahead
This sign is a temporary warning sign, always orange and diamond-shaped, indicating a construction or road work zone ahead. It alerts drivers to potential hazards such as workers, equipment, uneven pavement, or lane closures. Drivers should reduce speed and exercise caution when approaching and driving through these areas.
Question 38: What does this road sign mean?
- It is safe to enter this area
- Be more aware of pedestrians ad your speed in this area (Correct answer)
- You may ignore this sign
- Do not enter this area
Correct answer: Be more aware of pedestrians ad your speed in this area
This warning sign, typically yellow and diamond-shaped, indicates a pedestrian crossing or an area where pedestrians are frequently present. It alerts drivers to be extra vigilant, reduce their speed, and be prepared to stop for people crossing the road. This sign emphasizes the need for increased awareness of vulnerable road users.
Question 39: What does this road sign mean?
- Intersections with unpaved road ahead
- Bridge crossing ahead
- Railway crossing ahead (Correct answer)
- None of the above
Correct answer: Railway crossing ahead
This is a warning sign, typically yellow and diamond-shaped, indicating that a railway crossing is ahead. It alerts drivers to slow down, look and listen for trains, and be prepared to stop if a train is approaching. This sign is crucial for preventing collisions with trains.
Question 40: What does this sign mean?
- This lane is reserved for specific types of vehicles (e.g. buses, taxis, bicycles and vehicles with three or more passengers), during certain times and days (Correct answer)
- No stopping during the times and days posted
- Do not enter between the times and days posted\t
- No buses allowed on the specified lane during times and days posted
Correct answer: This lane is reserved for specific types of vehicles (e.g. buses, taxis, bicycles and vehicles with three or more passengers), during certain times and days
This sign indicates a reserved lane, often marked with specific symbols or text like "HOV," "BUS," or "TAXI." These lanes are designated for particular types of vehicles, such as high-occupancy vehicles (carpools), buses, or taxis, during specified hours and days. Drivers must only use these lanes if their vehicle meets the stated requirements.
Question 41: What does this road sign mean?
- Bumpy or uneven pavement ahead (Correct answer)
- Bridge or viaduct
- Construction zone
- Factory ahead, slow down
Correct answer: Bumpy or uneven pavement ahead
This is a warning sign, typically yellow and diamond-shaped, alerting drivers to an upcoming section of road with uneven or bumpy pavement. Drivers should reduce their speed to maintain control of their vehicle and avoid potential damage or discomfort. This sign helps prepare drivers for changing road conditions.
Question 42: What does this road sign mean?
- Idling is permitted
- No smoking
- No stopping for more than 3 minutes
- No idling for more than 3 minutes (Correct answer)
Correct answer: No idling for more than 3 minutes
This is a regulatory sign, often found in areas with anti-idling bylaws. It prohibits drivers from leaving their vehicle's engine running unnecessarily for more than a specified duration, typically three minutes. This regulation aims to reduce air pollution and conserve fuel.
Question 43: What is the driver showing?
- You may pass me
- I am turning right (Correct answer)
- I am slowing or stopping
- I am turning left
Correct answer: I am turning right
This specific hand signal, where the driver extends their left arm out the window and bends it upwards at the elbow, indicates an intention to turn right. This signal is used when vehicle turn signals are not working or to supplement them for clarity. It communicates the driver's maneuver to other road users.
Question 44: What does this road sign mean?
- Uneven pavement ahead
- Do not pass any vehicles within 30 meters of a pedestrian crossing (Correct answer)
- Construction zone
- School zone
Correct answer: Do not pass any vehicles within 30 meters of a pedestrian crossing
This regulatory sign prohibits passing other vehicles within a specified distance, typically 30 meters, of a pedestrian crossing. This rule is in place to ensure maximum visibility for drivers and pedestrians, preventing collisions that could occur if a vehicle obscures a pedestrian from another driver's view. It enhances safety in pedestrian-heavy areas.
Question 45: A green circle means:
- No trucks
- Route for large trucks
- Truck route
- Permissive sign (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Permissive sign
In the context of road signs, a green circle generally indicates a permissive action or a route that is allowed or recommended. Unlike red circles (prohibitory) or yellow diamonds (warning), green signs often convey guidance or permission, such as a designated route or an allowed maneuver.
Question 46: What does this sign mean?
- Traffic may travel in one direction only (Correct answer)
- Sharp bend or turn in the road ahead
- The driver in this lane must turn right
- Keep to the right of the traffic island
Correct answer: Traffic may travel in one direction only
This regulatory sign, often a white rectangle with a prominent arrow, indicates that traffic flow on the road or lane ahead is restricted to one direction only. Drivers must proceed only in the direction indicated by the arrow. This prevents head-on collisions and maintains orderly traffic flow.
Question 47: What does this sign mean?
- When a school bus arm swings out with red lights flashing, you must stop and are prohibited from passing (Correct answer)
- School zone
- Stop sign ahead
- Construction sign
Correct answer: When a school bus arm swings out with red lights flashing, you must stop and are prohibited from passing
This scenario describes the legal requirement when encountering a stopped school bus with its stop arm extended and red lights flashing. All drivers, in both directions (unless separated by a median), must stop their vehicles and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing and the arm retracts. This ensures the safety of children entering or exiting the bus.
Question 48: What does this road sign mean?
- Pedestrian control sign
- Provincial park
- Destination board (Correct answer)
- School zone; watch for children playing
Correct answer: Destination board
This sign is a guide sign, commonly green or blue, used to inform drivers of upcoming destinations, their directions, and often their distances. These "destination boards" help drivers navigate by providing crucial information for planning their route and exits.
Question 49: What does this sign mean?
- Roundabout is 300 meters ahead (Correct answer)
- U-turns permitted ahead
- Keep right
- None of the above
Correct answer: Roundabout is 300 meters ahead
This is a warning sign, typically yellow and diamond-shaped, indicating that a roundabout (traffic circle) is approaching. The circular arrow symbol represents the flow of traffic within a roundabout. If a distance is included, it specifies how far ahead the roundabout is, allowing drivers to prepare to yield and navigate it safely.
Question 50: What is the driver showing?
- I am turning left (Correct answer)
- I am turning right
- I am stopping
- I am slowing or stopping
Correct answer: I am turning left
This specific hand signal, where the driver extends their left arm straight out horizontally from the window, indicates an intention to turn left. This signal is used when vehicle turn signals are not working or to supplement them for clarity. It clearly communicates the driver's intended maneuver to other road users.
What does this road sign mean?