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| Classes | Descriptions |
| Class A | You are permitted to drive a tractor-trailer combination. You can also drive in Classes D and G. |
| Class B | You are permitted to drive any school bus. You can also drive in Classes C to G. |
| Class C | You are permitted to drive any regular bus. You can also drive in Classes D, F, and G. |
| Class D | You are permitted to drive a vehicle that exceeds a gross weight or registered gross weight of 11,000 kg or any truck or combination. The towed vehicle must not also be over 4.600 kg. You can drive in Class G. |
| Class E | You are permitted to drive any school bus that has a maximum capacity of 24 passengers. You can also drive in Classes F and G. |
| Class F | You are permitted to drive any regular bus with a maximum capacity of 24 passengers. You are also allowed to drive ambulances and in Class G. |
| Class G | You are permitted to drive any car, van or small truck, or a combination of vehicle and towed vehicle. It must be up to 11,000 kg, but the towed vehicle must not go over 4,600 kg. A pick-up truck with a house trailer exceeds 4,600 kg, but the total combined weight won't exceed 11.000 kg. It is considered as a Class G. |
| Class G1 | You may drive Class G vehicles, but you must have a fully licenced driver that has at least 4 years of driving experience to accompany you. It is subject to certain conditions, and it's Level One of graduated licensing. |
| Class G2 | You may drive Class G vehicles without the company of a fully licenced driver, but it is subject to certain conditions. It is Level Two of graduated licensing. |
| Class M | You are permitted to drive any motorcycles which include motor tricycles, motor scooters, and mopeds. As a holder, you may also drive Class G vehicles under the requisites that apply to Class G1 licence holders. |
| Class M1 | You are permitted to drive motorcycles which include motor scooters and mopeds. It is Level One of graduated licensing for motorcycles. It's subject to certain conditions. |
| Class M2 | You are permitted to drive motorcycles which include motor scooters and mopeds. But, you must have a zero blood alcohol level. It’s Level Two of graduated licensing for motorcycles. You may also drive Class G vehicles under the requisites that apply to Class G1 licence holders. |
| Class M with L condition | You are only permitted to drive a moped or a limited-speed motorcycle. |
| Class M2 with L condition | You are only permitted to drive a moped or a limited-speed motorcycle. |
| Class M with M condition | You are only permitted to drive a motor tricycle only. |
| Class M2 with M condition | You are only permitted to drive a motor tricycle only. |
- You must always bring a driver’s licence.
- You must have insurance, licence plate, and a valid owner’s permit.
- You must not disobey driving and traffic rules.
- You have to be at least 16 years old.
- You must pass an eye test.
- You must pass a written test about road signs and driving rules.
- You have to finish the two learning levels, which are the G1 and the G2 tests.
- You have to pass the two road tests.
- Student Authorization
- Canadian Citizenship Card
- Passport
- Temporary Resident’s Permit
- Permanent immigration documents
- You must have a zero blood alcohol level.
- You are prohibited from driving alone. You must be accompanied by a fully licenced driver who will sit in the front passenger seat. He/she must have at least four years of experience and a less than 0.5 blood alcohol level.
- Each person inside your vehicle must wear their seatbelts.
- You cannot drive with a posted speed limit that’s over 80km/h on 400 series highways.
- You are not allowed on high-speed roads such as the Queen Elizabeth Way, Don Valley Parkway, etc. The exception is that if a driving instructor accompanies you.
- You are not permitted to drive between midnight and 5 a.m.
- You must pass your road test to get your Class G2 licence
Study Tips for Your G1 Driving Licence Test
- Yes
- No
- Only when driving on an open highway
- Only when driving within a municipality
- Move into another lane when it is safe to do so
- Slow down slightly to increase the space in front of your car
- Pull over to let the tailgater pass
- All of the above
- Result in a one year jail sentence
- Cost you a 6 demerit points and a fine of up to $1000
- Get you a warning and a fine of $100
- Result in retaking your road test
- Pass the stopped car on the left
- Sound horn for the driver of the stopped car to drive on
- Pass the stopped car to the right
- Not pass any car stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross
- Parking lights
- Low beam headlights
- Parking lights and high beam headlights
- High beam headlights
- a valid Ontario driver’s license number
- for taking the test, a preferred location
- a 2nd and 3rd option for the location
- date and time
Important: The G1 exam covers multiple domains. Create a study schedule that allocates more time to unfamiliar topics while maintaining review of strong areas.
- ✓Confirm your exam appointment and location
- ✓Bring required identification documents
- ✓Arrive 30 minutes early to check in
- ✓Read each question carefully before answering
- ✓Flag difficult questions and return to them later
- ✓Manage your time — don't spend too long on one question
- ✓Review flagged questions before submitting
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G1: Pros and Cons
- +cars for sale — g1 exam preparation strengthens your knowledge across all domains
- +Passing the exam proves competency to employers and clients
- +Study materials and practice tests are widely available
- +Exam-based credentials are portable across states and employers
- +Clear exam objectives help focus your study plan effectively
- −Exam anxiety can affect performance — practice tests help reduce it
- −Registration fees are non-refundable if you miss your test date
- −Limited retake opportunities may apply with waiting periods
- −Exam content updates periodically — use current study materials
- −Testing center availability may require advance scheduling
Sample G1 - Ontario G1 Driver's License Practice Questions
Try these questions from our free G1 - Ontario G1 Driver's License practice tests. The correct answer and an explanation follow each question.
As a Level 1 (G1) driver, you must be accompanied by a Class G or higher licensed driver, who has driving experience of more than
- A. six years.
- B. eight years.
- C. four years.
- D. three years.
Answer: C. four years.
As a Level 1 (G1) driver in Ontario, you must always be accompanied by a fully licensed Class G driver or higher. This accompanying driver must have held their license for a minimum of four years and have a blood-alcohol level of less than 0.05%. This requirement ensures that new drivers receive supervision from an experienced and responsible individual, enhancing safety during their learning period.
As a level one (G1) driver, you must be accompanied by a class G or higher licensed driver, who has driving experience of more than:
- A. Four years
- B. Three years
- C. Eight years
- D. Six years
Answer: A. Four years
In Ontario, a G1 driver must always be accompanied by a fully licensed driver who has at least four years of driving experience. This requirement ensures that the supervisor has sufficient experience and knowledge to guide and instruct the new driver safely. This rule is a key component of the graduated licensing system designed to promote safe learning.
When driving in heavy rain, you should turn on your:
- A. Hazard lights only
- B. High-beam headlights
- C. Low-beam headlights
- D. Parking lights only
Answer: C. Low-beam headlights
Low-beam headlights must be used in rain, fog, or snow to improve visibility without blinding other drivers.
You are driving and notice your right wheels have dropped off the pavement onto the shoulder. What should you do?
- A. Brake hard and turn sharply back onto the road
- B. Hold the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and gently steer back when safe
- C. Accelerate to quickly return to the road
- D. Stop on the shoulder immediately
Answer: B. Hold the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and gently steer back when safe
Ease off the gas, keep a firm grip, and gently steer back onto the road when it is safe.
Take the full G1 - Ontario G1 Driver's License practice test
🛑 What does a stop sign look like in Ontario?
A stop sign is eight-sided with a red background and white letters, and it means you must come to a complete stop. Stop at the stop line; if there is none, at the crosswalk; if there is no crosswalk, at the edge of the sidewalk or intersection.
START G1 ROAD SIGNS PRACTICE TEST🏫 What does a five-sided yellow-green sign mean on the G1 test?
A five-sided sign with a fluorescent yellow-green background and black symbols marks a school zone. Slow down, drive with extra caution and watch for children.
START G1 ROAD SIGNS PRACTICE TEST🔻 What does the triangle yield sign mean in Ontario?
A yield sign is a triangle with a white background and a red border. You must let traffic in or close to the intersection go first, stopping if necessary and going only when the way is clear.
START G1 ROAD SIGNS PRACTICE TEST🚧 What do orange diamond-shaped signs mean?
Orange diamond signs warn of temporary conditions such as road work zones, detours, lane closures or traffic control people ahead. Yellow diamond signs, by contrast, are regular warning signs for curves, dips, side roads and similar hazards.
START G1 ROAD SIGNS PRACTICE TEST🐢 What does an orange triangle with a red border mean?
It is the slow-moving vehicle sign. It tells you the vehicle ahead will be travelling at 40 km/h or less, and farm tractors and other vehicles that cannot sustain speeds over 40 km/h must display it.
START G1 ROAD SIGNS PRACTICE TEST🚌 When do you have to stop for a school bus in Ontario?
You must stop whenever a stopped school bus has its upper alternating red lights flashing, whether you are behind it or approaching from the front. From behind, stop at least 20 metres away; on a road with a median, only vehicles behind the bus must stop.
START G1 RULES OF THE ROAD TEST🚦 Who has the right-of-way at an uncontrolled intersection?
At an intersection without signs or lights, yield to any vehicle that got there first; if two vehicles arrive at the same time, the vehicle approaching from the right has the right-of-way. At an all-way stop, the first vehicle to come to a complete stop goes first.
START G1 RULES OF THE ROAD TEST🍺 What is the blood-alcohol limit for a G1 driver?
A G1 driver must have a blood-alcohol level of zero. The accompanying driver must be under .05%, and if that person is 21 or under, their blood-alcohol level must also be zero.
START G1 RULES OF THE ROAD TEST🛣️ Can G1 drivers drive on the 401 or the QEW?
No. G1 drivers may not drive on 400-series highways with a posted limit over 80 km/h or on high-speed roads such as the QEW, Don Valley Parkway and Gardiner Expressway. The exception is when the accompanying driver is a driving instructor.
START G1 RULES OF THE ROAD TEST🎯 What score do you need to pass the G1 knowledge test?
DriveTest requires a total score of at least 80% to pass. The multiple-choice test has a road-signs section and a rules-of-the-road section, is not timed, and is marked on the spot so you get your result immediately.
START G1 PRACTICE TESTOfficial Resources
- Ontario.ca: Get a G driver's licence (new drivers) – the Government of Ontario's official page on G1 eligibility, G1 conditions and graduated licensing timelines.
- The Official MTO Driver's Handbook – the Ministry of Transportation handbook that knowledge-test questions are based on, including official sample questions.
- DriveTest – Ontario's official driver testing provider, which runs G1 knowledge tests and road tests and publishes current fees and centre locations.
About the Author
Licensed Driving Instructor & DMV Test Specialist
Penn State UniversityRobert J. Williams graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Transportation Management and has spent 20 years as a certified driving instructor and DMV examiner consultant. He has personally coached thousands of applicants through written knowledge tests, skills assessments, and commercial driver licensing programs across more than 30 states.