What to focus on first
- Read the Highway Code and pay attention to the difference between MUST and SHOULD.
- Give extra care to vulnerable road users, especially pedestrians and cyclists.
- Slow down and leave more room when roads are wet or visibility is poor.
- The real car theory test includes a separate hazard-perception part; this practice does not simulate it.
- Our short quiz scores do not predict a DVSA result.
Topics in this course
Pedestrians
Look for people who may cross unexpectedly, including near parked vehicles and junctions. Give vulnerable road users time and space.
Junctions
Approach at a safe speed, check the road and understand priorities. Indicators communicate intent but do not grant priority.
Road signs
Learn sign shapes, road markings and mandatory instructions using The Highway Code and official signs guidance.
Weather
Wet, icy or foggy conditions can reduce grip and visibility. Adjust speed and the following gap for the situation.
Vehicle checks
Check tyres, lights, mirrors and your own fitness to drive. Tiredness and distractions increase the risk of errors.
Sample practice with explanations
You approach a zebra crossing and a pedestrian is already crossing. What must you do?
Correct answer: Give way and let them cross
The Highway Code requires drivers to give way to pedestrians on zebra crossings.
You want to turn into a side road. A pedestrian is waiting to cross it. What should you do?
Correct answer: Give way to the pedestrian
The Highway Code says drivers should give way to pedestrians crossing or waiting at junctions.
What does a red traffic light mean?
Correct answer: Stop behind the stop line
A red traffic light means stop.
Why leave more distance in heavy rain?
Correct answer: Stopping distance can increase
Wet roads reduce grip and may increase stopping distance.
What should you do before changing lanes?
Correct answer: Check mirrors and blind spots
Check that the lane change will be safe.
A vehicle ahead stops at a pedestrian crossing. What should you do?
Correct answer: Stop and check for people crossing
A stopped car can hide people crossing.
When visibility is poor, what helps you stay safer?
Correct answer: Reduce speed and increase following distance
Poor visibility needs extra time and room to react.
Check the official source
Independent UK driving-safety questions. Not affiliated with DVSA.