Ontario G1 Practice Test — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does this road sign mean?
- Railway crossing ahead
- Hidden intersection ahead
- Intersection ahead (Correct answer)
- Narrow road ahead
Correct answer: Intersection ahead
This standard yellow diamond sign with a black cross symbol is a warning sign indicating an intersection ahead. It alerts drivers to be prepared for merging or crossing traffic from other roads. Drivers should slow down and be ready to yield or stop if necessary to ensure safety.
Question 2: What does this road sign mean?
- You are approaching a traffic island
- You must make a right turn only
- Hidden intersection ahead
- You must not make a left turn (Correct answer)
Correct answer: You must not make a left turn
This regulatory sign, typically a red circle with a diagonal line through a left-pointing arrow, explicitly prohibits making a left turn at that intersection or location. It is crucial for drivers to obey this sign to maintain traffic flow and prevent accidents. Disregarding it can lead to fines and dangerous situations.
Question 3: What does this road sign mean?
- hows maximum speed limit on the highway outside of a city, town, village or built-up area (Correct answer)
- Speed limit changes ahead
- Maximum safe speed for the curve
- Maximum safe speed on ramp
Correct answer: hows maximum speed limit on the highway outside of a city, town, village or built-up area
This sign, often a white rectangular sign with black text, indicates the maximum legal speed limit for the specific road section. When seen outside of urban areas, it typically applies to highways or rural roads. Drivers must not exceed this speed to ensure safety and comply with traffic laws.
Question 4: What does this road sign mean?
- No U-turns
- No left turns
- Hidden intersection
- Merge with traffic, traffic on two roads are equally responsible to merge correctly (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Merge with traffic, traffic on two roads are equally responsible to merge correctly
This warning sign, usually a yellow diamond with two arrows converging into one, indicates that two lanes of traffic are about to merge into a single lane. It alerts drivers from both merging lanes to adjust their speed and position to safely integrate. Both drivers are equally responsible for a smooth and safe merge.
Question 5: What does this road sign mean?
- Narrow road ahead
- Airport
- The bridge ahead lifts or swings to allow boats to pass (Correct answer)
- Hotel
Correct answer: The bridge ahead lifts or swings to allow boats to pass
This yellow diamond warning sign, depicting a bridge with a movable section, indicates a drawbridge or movable bridge ahead. It alerts drivers that the bridge can open or swing to allow marine traffic to pass. Drivers should be prepared to stop if the bridge is in operation or about to open.
Question 6: What does this sign mean?
- Stop and yield the right-of-way to passing vehicles from both directions (Correct answer)
- Slow down and drive with increased caution
- Slow down and, if necessary, yield right-of-way to cars approaching from the left or right
- Stop sign ahead. Slow down and drive through the intersection with caution, if you see other vehicles.
Correct answer: Stop and yield the right-of-way to passing vehicles from both directions
When a driver extends their left arm straight out horizontally from the window, this is the standard hand signal for indicating a left turn. This signal is used when turn signals are not functioning or in situations where hand signals are preferred. It clearly communicates the driver's intention to other road users, promoting safety.
Question 7: What does this road sign mean?
- Passing is not allowed (Correct answer)
- Right lane ends
- You are approaching steep hill
- Hidden intersection ahead
Correct answer: Passing is not allowed
A broken center line on your side of the roadway indicates that passing is permitted, provided it is safe to do so. Drivers must ensure the way is clear of oncoming traffic and that they can complete the pass without exceeding the speed limit or interfering with other vehicles. This marking allows for safe overtaking under appropriate conditions.
Question 8: What is the driver showing?
- I am turning right
- I am turning left (Correct answer)
- I am slowing or stopping
- I am stopping
Correct answer: I am turning left
When a driver extends their left arm straight out horizontally from the window, this is the standard hand signal for indicating a left turn. This signal is used when turn signals are not functioning or in situations where hand signals are preferred. It clearly communicates the driver's intention to other road users, promoting safety.
Question 9: The broken centre line on your side of the roadway means you may:
- Pass at any time
- Pass if the way is clear (Correct answer)
- Never pass
- Pass only during daylight hours
Correct answer: Pass if the way is clear
A broken center line on your side of the roadway indicates that passing is permitted, provided it is safe to do so. Drivers must ensure the way is clear of oncoming traffic and that they can complete the pass without exceeding the speed limit or interfering with other vehicles. This marking allows for safe overtaking under appropriate conditions.
What does this road sign mean?