Example Theory Tests In Ireland #39 / driverly

1. Why does a vehicle need seatbelts?

It stops children from being able to move around in the vehicle.

It stops you from being thrown backwards in a crash or if the vehicle stops suddenly.

It stops you from being thrown to the front in a crash or if the vehicle suddenly stops.

To protect children if the vehicle is involved in a crash.

2. How far away from a junction can you park?

From 10 metres away.

From 2 metres away.

From 4 metres away.

From 5 metres away.

3. Why is stopping more difficult after heavy rainfall?

Your tyres have more grip.

It doesn't make any difference.

Your tyres have less grip.

Your tyre pressure is lower on a wet road.

4. What does the light mean?

Left indicator is on.

Your full beam headlights are on.

Your hazard lights are on.

Right indicator is on.

5. You are driving behind a bus on an icy stretch of road, what do you need to allow for?

Allow for a larger braking distance.

A slower speed.

That you may suddenly lose control of your vehicle.

Get closer to allow for a smaller braking distance.

6. How should you approach a vehicle that is swerving from side to side in front of you?

Make note of the license plate and call the Gardai.

Maintain a safe distance until you can safely overtake.

Call the Gardai.

Call emergency services.

7. Which part of your vehicle should always be in a good condition?

Your indicator lights and wing mirrors.

Your steering wheel and seatbelts.

Your headlights and seatbelts.

Your tyres and windscreen blades.

8. How might motor vehicles negatively effect the environment?

They decrease carbon monoxide levels in the air.

They can cause a fuel shortage.

They don't effect it.

They increase carbon monoxide levels in the air.

9. What is the meaning of this sign?

The minimum speed you can drive on this section of road is 50km/h.

Advised speed limit is 50km/h but you can drive faster if necessary.

The speed limit on this section of road is 50km/h.

The next exit is in 50 km.

10. What can you check frequently to allow you to have a clear view when driving?

Your rear view mirror only.

That your seat is properly adjusted.

Windscreen wipers.

All your mirrors.

11. Which vehicle is positioned correctly to turn right onto the minor road from the major road?

Car 1.

Car 2.

Car 3.

Car 4.

12. You are driving on a motorway and want to take a break, what should you do?

Take a drink of water instead.

Keep driving.

Move into the hard shoulder and stop your car.

Exit at the next exit and pull in to a safe place.

13. How can you safely drive on icy roads?

Switch to a lower gear.

Be more careful than usual.

Reduce speed and gently accelerate and brake if needed.

Turn on your hazard lights until you have cleared the icy section.

14. Your wiper blade does not clear your windscreen fully, what should you do?

Bring your car to a mechanic.

Turn your wipers to the lowest setting.

Switch off your windscreen wipers.

Turn your wipers on to their highest speed.

15. Can you drive a vehicle with broken brake lights on a public road?

No.

Yes if driving on motorways only.

Yes.

Yes, if driving in the day only.

16. If you start to feel drowsy whilst driving, what should you do?

Stop in a safe place and get some fresh air and stretch your legs.

Drink coffee or other caffeintaed beverage.

Turn the radio up loud.

Keep driving you will eventually feel more alert.

17. When can you not use your vehicle horn?

From the hours 11.30pm to 7am when driving in an urban area.

From the hours 10.30pm to 7.00am when driving in an urban area.

From the hours 8.30pm to 8.00am when driving in an urban area.

You can use you car horn anytime, anywhere.

18. What is the meaning of this sign?

You must turn right.

Give way to traffic on the major road.

You must turn left.

No left turn allowed.

19. What is the meaning of this sign?

Approaching a hump in the road.

No entry.

The motorway is ending.

Approaching a tunnel.

20. What does a catalytic converter do?

Filters exhaust gases and makes air pollution worse.

It makes the engine more efficient.

Filters exhaust gases and lowers air pollution.

It calculates fuel consumption.

21. What is the meaning of this garda signal?

Stop if approaching from wither direction.

Vehicles approaching from the front can continue.

Stop if approaching the Garda from behind.

Stop if approaching the Garda from the front.

22. How might a worn shock absorber effect your vehicle?

Fuel consumption will be decreased.

It may damage your engine.

It can make your vehicle difficult to control especially on an uneven road where it may be more unstable.

It will make steering more difficult.

23. What should you do if you're in traffic that is controlled by traffic lights?

Try to move to a different space or lane.

Try to overtake to get to the front of the traffic.

Do a U-turn to avoid the traffic.

Keep your space in the traffic queue.

24. In what sittuation can you park on a sharp bend?

Never, you cannot park on a sharp bend.

At peak times, when the road is congested.

If you get permission from the council.

If you have an emergency.

25. You are driving at night and see a single headlight approaching, what should you do?

Be cautious as it may be a car with a broken headlight.

Drive into the hard shoulder and wait for it to safely pass.

Switch on your dipped headlights.

Turn on your hazard lights.

26. What action should you take if your vehicle breaks down or has a crash in a tunnel?

Pull into the left and call emergency services.

Stop, your vehicle, turn on your hazard lights and use the emergency phone to call for help.

Try to get other vehicles to stop and help.

Call emergency services.

27. Where can a pedestrian walk if there is no footpath?

In the middle of the road.

Left side of road (with their back to traffic).

Right side of the road (facing traffic).

They should walk an alternative route.

28. What do you need to be aware of when driving through roadworks?

Higher fines may apply in this area.

Lower speed limits are in effect.

The road surface may be uneven and slippery.

Be careful of road workers.

29. Should you pass out the cyclist in this scenario?

You should not because there are lots of cyclists.

You should because it is safe.

You should not because you do not have a clear line of sight.

You may but use caution.

30. Your wiper blades have become frozen to your windscreen, what should you do?

Turn on your wipers to their lowest setting.

Pour hot water on your windscreen.

Turn on your wipers to their fastest setting.

Use demister on the window and defrost the wipers.

Example Test #39