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Question 1Road rules and traffic regulations

Under Sri Lankan traffic law, what does a solid white line along the centre of a two-way road mean for a rider?

  1. Crossing the line to overtake or turn is prohibited Correct answer.
  2. Overtaking is permitted only during daylight hours
  3. You may cross it to overtake a slow-moving lorry
  4. It marks the edge of a parking zone

Explanation

A continuous white centre line tells drivers that crossing is not allowed, so overtaking and turning across it are forbidden. Broken white lines permit overtaking when it is safe. The rule applies at all times, not only at night or for particular vehicles.

Question 2Road rules and traffic regulations

You are riding a motorcycle and approach a pedestrian crossing where a pedestrian has stepped onto the stripes. What must you do?

  1. Reduce speed but keep moving through the crossing
  2. Swerve around the pedestrian if the road is clear
  3. Sound the horn and continue at the same speed
  4. Stop and give way to the pedestrian Correct answer.

Explanation

At a marked pedestrian crossing, a rider must stop and allow pedestrians already on the crossing to complete their crossing safely. Sounding the horn or weaving around them endangers the pedestrian and breaches the right of way. Slowing down without stopping is not sufficient.

Question 3Road rules and traffic regulations

What is the maximum speed limit for a motorcycle travelling on a road through a built-up urban area in Sri Lanka, unless signs indicate otherwise?

  1. 70 km/h
  2. 50 km/h Correct answer.
  3. 60 km/h
  4. 40 km/h

Explanation

In built-up areas the general speed limit is 50 km/h unless a sign shows a different limit. Riders must adjust below this limit when traffic, weather or road conditions demand it. Higher figures apply only where posted on open roads.

Question 4Road rules and traffic regulations

A police officer controlling traffic at a junction signals you to proceed even though the traffic light is red. What should you do?

  1. Proceed as directed by the officer Correct answer.
  2. Obey the traffic light and remain stationary
  3. Proceed only after another rider moves first
  4. Wait until the light turns green before moving

Explanation

Directions given by a police officer on traffic duty override the signals of traffic lights and road signs. When an officer signals you to proceed, you should follow that instruction carefully. Waiting for the light would obstruct the controlled movement the officer intends.

Question 5Road rules and traffic regulations

When riding at night, which lighting arrangement is required on a motorcycle?

  1. Hazard lights on continuously instead of a headlamp
  2. A white lamp at the rear and a red lamp at the front
  3. A yellow headlamp only, with no rear lamp
  4. A white headlamp at the front and a red tail lamp at the rear Correct answer.

Explanation

A motorcycle used at night must show a white light to the front and a red light to the rear so other road users can identify its position and direction. Hazard lights do not replace the required headlamp and tail lamp. Reversing the colours would mislead other drivers about which way the bike is facing.

Question 6Road rules and traffic regulations

What does a hand signal with the right arm bent upwards at the elbow indicate when given by a rider?

  1. Intention to turn right Correct answer.
  2. Intention to turn left
  3. Intention to slow down
  4. Intention to stop immediately

Explanation

A right arm held out with the forearm bent upwards signals an intention to turn right. A straight arm out to the right also signals a right turn in many settings, while an arm bent downwards signals slowing. Clear signals help following traffic anticipate your movement.

Question 7Road rules and traffic regulations

You are approaching a junction where a 'Give Way' sign is displayed. What is the correct action?

  1. Sound the horn and proceed without slowing
  2. Maintain speed because traffic on the main road must avoid you
  3. Stop completely in every case before entering
  4. Slow down and give way to traffic on the main road, stopping if necessary Correct answer.

Explanation

A Give Way sign requires you to slow down, assess the traffic on the priority road and yield to it, stopping only if needed. A full stop is compulsory only where a Stop sign is displayed. Failing to yield or relying on others to avoid you is dangerous and unlawful.

Question 8Road rules and traffic regulations

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration limit for a person riding a motorcycle in Sri Lanka?

  1. Any detectable amount above zero
  2. 0.08% (80 mg per 100 ml of blood) Correct answer.
  3. 0.10% (100 mg per 100 ml of blood)
  4. 0.05% (50 mg per 100 ml of blood)

Explanation

Sri Lankan law sets the blood alcohol limit at 0.08 percent, equivalent to 80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood. Riding above this limit is an offence and greatly increases the risk of a crash. Riders should remember that even below the limit, alcohol impairs judgement and reaction time.

Question 9Road rules and traffic regulations

A rider intends to turn left into a side road. Which position and signal are correct?

  1. Overtake the vehicle ahead first, then turn sharply
  2. Stay in the centre of the road and turn without signalling
  3. Keep to the right side of the lane and signal right
  4. Move to the left edge of the road, signal left and slow before turning Correct answer.

Explanation

Before a left turn you should move towards the left side of your lane or road, signal left in good time and reduce speed before the turn. Turning from the right side or centre risks cutting across other traffic. Signalling allows following and oncoming road users to react.

Question 10Road rules and traffic regulations

What is the correct way to negotiate a roundabout in Sri Lanka?

  1. Give way to traffic already on the roundabout and travel clockwise Correct answer.
  2. Give way to traffic already on the roundabout and travel anticlockwise
  3. Enter without yielding and travel anticlockwise
  4. Stop inside the roundabout to let entering traffic pass

Explanation

In Sri Lanka, traffic keeps left, so vehicles circulate around a roundabout in a clockwise direction. You must give way to traffic already circulating on the roundabout before entering. Stopping inside the roundabout obstructs the flow and is unsafe.

Question 11Road rules and traffic regulations

You are riding behind a large lorry that is about to turn left. Why should you avoid staying close to its left side?

  1. Lorries are not allowed to turn left at junctions
  2. The lorry's rear wheels may cut across the left side during the turn Correct answer.
  3. The lorry will always stop before turning
  4. The lorry will signal only after completing the turn

Explanation

Large vehicles need a wide swing to turn, and their rear wheels track inside the front wheels, so the rear of the lorry can sweep across the space on its left. A rider waiting there risks being struck or crushed. Keep well back and never occupy the inside gap beside a turning heavy vehicle.

Question 12Road rules and traffic regulations

When may you lawfully overtake another vehicle on a two-lane road?

  1. Only when the road ahead is clear, the line marking permits it and it is safe Correct answer.
  2. Whenever you are in a hurry and flash your headlamp
  3. Only on bends where visibility is short
  4. Whenever the vehicle ahead is travelling below the speed limit

Explanation

Overtaking is lawful only when you have clear visibility, sufficient space, no prohibiting road marking and no oncoming traffic. Flashing a headlamp or impatience does not create a right to overtake. Overtaking on bends or where the line is continuous is prohibited.

Question 13Road rules and traffic regulations

What does a broken yellow line along the edge of the carriageway generally indicate?

  1. No parking at any time
  2. A pedestrian-only zone
  3. The edge of the road, with parking restrictions that vary Correct answer.
  4. A lane reserved for buses only

Explanation

Yellow edge-line markings indicate the boundary of the carriageway and carry parking restrictions, with broken lines generally allowing some stopping and solid lines prohibiting it. They do not create a bus lane or a pedestrian-only area. Riders should treat them as a guide to where the road ends.

Question 14Road rules and traffic regulations

How should a rider proceed when an ambulance with its siren and flashing lights approaches from behind?

  1. Stop immediately in the middle of the lane
  2. Move to the left, slow down and allow it to pass Correct answer.
  3. Continue at the same speed and ignore it
  4. Speed up to stay ahead of it

Explanation

Emergency vehicles on duty have priority, and other road users should make way by moving to the left and slowing or stopping safely. Blocking the lane or stopping abruptly in the middle can cause a collision. Speeding up to stay ahead obstructs the emergency response.

Question 15Road rules and traffic regulations

At an uncontrolled junction where two vehicles arrive at the same time from different roads, which vehicle generally has priority?

  1. The vehicle on the right Correct answer.
  2. The larger vehicle
  3. The vehicle travelling faster
  4. The vehicle on the left

Explanation

Where there are no signs or signals, the general rule is to give way to traffic approaching from your right. This rule helps decide priority predictably at uncontrolled junctions. Vehicle size or speed does not confer priority.

Question 16Road rules and traffic regulations

What is the correct action when you see a 'No Entry' sign at the mouth of a road?

  1. Enter after sounding the horn
  2. Enter only if you are on a motorcycle
  3. Enter slowly if no traffic is visible
  4. Do not enter the road under any circumstances Correct answer.

Explanation

A No Entry sign prohibits all vehicles from entering that road, regardless of vehicle type or the absence of visible traffic. Entering would breach the restriction and may bring you into conflict with oncoming traffic. Choose an alternative route instead.

Question 17Road rules and traffic regulations

A rider is carrying a pillion passenger. Which requirement applies?

  1. No helmet is required for the passenger on short trips
  2. The passenger must sit facing sideways
  3. The passenger may stand on the footrests for a better view
  4. The motorcycle must be designed and fitted to carry a passenger, and the passenger must sit astride facing forward Correct answer.

Explanation

A pillion passenger may only be carried on a motorcycle built and equipped to carry one, and must sit astride facing forward with feet on the footrests. Both rider and passenger must wear approved helmets. Standing or sitting sideways is unsafe and unlawful.

Question 18Road rules and traffic regulations

How should you adjust your riding when the road surface is wet after rain?

  1. Brake hard on painted markings to test grip
  2. Increase speed to get through the wet area quickly
  3. Ride closer to the vehicle ahead to use its tyre tracks
  4. Reduce speed, increase following distance and brake and steer smoothly Correct answer.

Explanation

Wet roads reduce tyre grip and lengthen stopping distances, so riders should slow down, leave a larger gap and apply brakes and steering gently. Painted markings and metal surfaces become especially slippery when wet. Following closely removes the time and space needed to react.

Question 19Road rules and traffic regulations

What does a triangular warning sign with a red border generally indicate?

  1. A mandatory instruction that must be obeyed
  2. A hazard or danger ahead requiring caution Correct answer.
  3. A parking facility ahead
  4. The end of a restricted zone

Explanation

Triangular signs with a red border are warning signs that alert riders to a hazard ahead, such as a bend, junction or slippery road. Mandatory instructions are shown on circular signs. Recognising the shape helps you anticipate the type of message before reading the symbol.

Question 20Road rules and traffic regulations

You are riding on a road with a 'Stop' sign at a railway level crossing. What must you do?

  1. Slow down and proceed if no train is visible
  2. Follow the vehicle ahead without stopping
  3. Come to a complete stop, look both ways and proceed only when clear Correct answer.
  4. Sound the horn and cross without stopping

Explanation

At a level crossing controlled by a Stop sign, you must bring the motorcycle to a complete halt, check in both directions and cross only when it is clear. Slowing without stopping or following another vehicle through is unsafe. Trains cannot stop quickly, so caution is essential.

Question 21Road rules and traffic regulations

What is the purpose of a motorcycle helmet approved for road use?

  1. It allows the rider to exceed the speed limit safely
  2. It improves the rider's hearing of surrounding traffic
  3. It replaces the need for a headlamp at night
  4. It protects the rider's head and reduces injury in a crash Correct answer.

Explanation

An approved helmet is designed to absorb impact and protect the head in a collision, significantly reducing the risk of serious injury. It does not improve hearing, substitute for lighting or permit speeding. Wearing a properly fastened approved helmet is a legal requirement for riders.

Question 22Road rules and traffic regulations

When parking a motorcycle on a road at night, what should you do?

  1. Park it facing oncoming traffic without lights
  2. Park it on a pedestrian crossing for visibility
  3. Leave it in the middle of the carriageway with no lights
  4. Park it clear of the traffic lane, and where required leave parking lights on Correct answer.

Explanation

A parked motorcycle should be placed clear of the traffic lane so it does not obstruct or endanger other road users, and at night parking lights should be shown where required. Leaving it in the carriageway or on a pedestrian crossing creates a hazard. Parking against the flow of traffic is also unsafe.

Question 23Road rules and traffic regulations

A rider approaches a bend marked with a warning sign. What is the safest technique?

  1. Brake firmly while leaning into the bend
  2. Reduce speed before the bend, then steer smoothly through it Correct answer.
  3. Accelerate hard through the bend to stabilise the bike
  4. Change gear in the middle of the bend while braking

Explanation

The safe approach is to adjust speed before entering the bend, using brakes while the motorcycle is upright, then steer smoothly and maintain a steady throttle through the curve. Braking hard while leaned over or accelerating sharply can cause a loss of grip. Gear changes are best completed before the bend.

Question 24Road rules and traffic regulations

What should a rider do when a traffic light shows a flashing amber signal?

  1. Proceed with caution, giving way as required Correct answer.
  2. Treat it as a red light and stop completely
  3. Stop and wait until the light turns green
  4. Accelerate to clear the junction quickly

Explanation

A flashing amber signal means proceed with caution while giving way to other traffic and pedestrians as necessary. It is not the same as a steady red or green light. Accelerating through the junction without checking is dangerous.

Question 25Road rules and traffic regulations

Which document must a rider be able to produce when requested by a police officer?

  1. Only the purchase receipt of the motorcycle
  2. A valid riding licence, vehicle registration and insurance certificate Correct answer.
  3. A letter from the motorcycle dealer
  4. A medical certificate of fitness

Explanation

A rider must hold a valid licence for the class of motorcycle ridden and be able to produce the vehicle registration and valid insurance when required. These documents show lawful authority to ride and financial cover for third-party risks. A receipt, medical certificate or dealer letter does not replace them.

Question 26Road rules and traffic regulations

Under Sri Lankan traffic law, what is the maximum number of persons a motorcycle may carry at one time?

  1. Two persons, the rider and one pillion passenger Correct answer.
  2. Three persons, provided all wear helmets
  3. One person only, the rider
  4. As many as the seat can physically hold

Explanation

Sri Lankan law permits a motorcycle to carry the rider and one pillion passenger only, and both must wear approved helmets. Carrying more than one passenger overloads the machine and is an offence that also affects stability and braking.

Question 27Road rules and traffic regulations

A traffic police officer raises an arm with the palm facing you and holds it steady. What should you do?

  1. Continue at the same speed because the signal is not directed at you
  2. Sound the horn and proceed through the junction
  3. Slow down and pass behind the officer's back
  4. Stop and wait until the officer signals you to proceed Correct answer.

Explanation

A raised palm held towards oncoming traffic is a manual 'stop' signal from an officer controlling the road. Signals given by a police officer on duty override traffic lights and road signs, so you must halt and wait for a further signal before moving.

Question 28Road rules and traffic regulations

What is the general speed limit for motorcycles on roads outside built-up areas in Sri Lanka, unless a lower limit is posted?

  1. 70 km/h Correct answer.
  2. 60 km/h
  3. 40 km/h
  4. 50 km/h

Explanation

For motorcycles on roads outside built-up areas the general limit is 70 km/h unless signs show a lower figure. A posted limit always takes precedence, and riders must reduce speed further when conditions such as rain or poor visibility demand it.

Question 29Road rules and traffic regulations

You are riding a motorcycle and wish to change lanes on a multi-lane road. Which sequence is correct?

  1. Mirror check, signal, shoulder check, then move when safe Correct answer.
  2. Sound the horn, accelerate, and move across
  3. Shoulder check, move, then signal to confirm
  4. Signal, move immediately, then check mirrors

Explanation

The safe sequence is to check mirrors, give the direction signal in good time, make a shoulder (blind-spot) check, and only then move when the lane is clear. Motorcycles sit in blind spots easily, so the shoulder check is essential before committing to the move.

Question 30Road rules and traffic regulations

On a road divided by a continuous double white line in the centre, what does the law permit?

  1. Crossing to overtake a cyclist only
  2. Overtaking any slow vehicle when the road ahead is clear
  3. Crossing the lines to enter a side road on the right
  4. Neither line may be crossed for overtaking or turning Correct answer.

Explanation

A continuous double white line in the centre means neither line may be crossed, so overtaking and right turns across it are prohibited. You must remain in your lane until the markings change to a broken line or a permitted gap.

Question 31Road rules and traffic regulations

A rider approaches a pedestrian crossing where a pedestrian is already stepping onto the stripes. What is the correct action?

  1. Weave around the pedestrian if there is space
  2. Stop before the crossing and let the pedestrian cross Correct answer.
  3. Sound the horn so the pedestrian waits
  4. Continue because pedestrians must give way to vehicles

Explanation

At a marked pedestrian crossing you must give way to pedestrians who are on it, stopping before the crossing line. Pedestrians already on the stripes have priority, and a motorcycle must not weave past them.

Question 32Road rules and traffic regulations

Which of these is a legal requirement for a motorcycle used on a public road in Sri Lanka?

  1. A working horn and a rear-view mirror Correct answer.
  2. A spare wheel carried at all times
  3. A first-aid box carried on the machine
  4. A warning triangle stored under the seat

Explanation

A roadworthy motorcycle must have functioning safety equipment including a horn and a rear-view mirror, along with lights, brakes and a silencer. Items such as first-aid boxes and warning triangles are requirements for certain other vehicle categories, not motorcycles.

Question 33Road rules and traffic regulations

You are riding at night and an oncoming vehicle's headlights dazzle you. What should you do?

  1. Reduce speed, look towards the left edge of your lane, and keep your line Correct answer.
  2. Close your eyes briefly until the vehicle passes
  3. Switch off your headlight to reduce glare
  4. Flash your main beam repeatedly to warn the driver

Explanation

When dazzled, slow down and direct your gaze towards the left edge of the road to keep your position without staring into the light. Flashing your beam or switching off your light makes the situation more dangerous for both riders and drivers.

Question 34Road rules and traffic regulations

A rider is waiting at a junction and a pedestrian with a white cane is about to cross the road ahead. What should the rider do?

  1. Proceed slowly, expecting the pedestrian to stop
  2. Wait patiently and allow the pedestrian to cross safely Correct answer.
  3. Reverse away from the junction to clear the area
  4. Rev the engine to alert the pedestrian

Explanation

A white cane indicates a visually impaired pedestrian, who may not see or judge your approach. Give way, remain stationary and allow the person to cross, avoiding sudden noise that could disorient them.

Question 35Road rules and traffic regulations

What is the correct way to carry a load on a motorcycle?

  1. Balanced and securely fastened so it does not obstruct control or lights Correct answer.
  2. Hanging over one side to keep the seat clear
  3. Held by the pillion passenger in both arms
  4. Attached so that it covers the rear number plate

Explanation

Any load must be securely fixed, evenly balanced and must not obscure lights, the number plate or interfere with steering and braking. An unbalanced or insecure load seriously affects a motorcycle's stability.

Question 36Road rules and traffic regulations

A rider sees a 'No Parking' sign with a single red diagonal line through a blue circle. What does this mean?

  1. Parking is prohibited at all times, including stopping
  2. Parking is allowed for up to fifteen minutes
  3. Parking is prohibited but you may stop briefly to pick up or set down Correct answer.
  4. Stopping to set down a passenger is permitted at any time

Explanation

A 'No Parking' sign prohibits parking, but a brief stop to pick up or set down a passenger is normally allowed provided you do not obstruct traffic. A 'No Stopping' restriction is a different sign and is stricter.

Question 37Road rules and traffic regulations

You are riding downhill on a steep, narrow road and a loaded lorry is coming uphill. What is the correct practice?

  1. Move to the centre of the road and proceed
  2. Sound the horn and maintain your speed
  3. Give way to the uphill vehicle if passing is difficult Correct answer.
  4. Stop and reverse to the nearest wide point

Explanation

A heavy vehicle travelling uphill needs momentum and finds it harder to restart, so on a narrow road the descending rider should give way where passing is difficult. Pull over to a safe spot and let the uphill vehicle pass.

Question 38Road rules and traffic regulations

What is the correct action when a traffic light shows a red light together with a green arrow pointing left?

  1. Stop and wait because the red light always overrides the arrow
  2. Proceed in the direction of the green arrow if the way is clear Correct answer.
  3. Proceed straight ahead because the arrow cancels the red
  4. Wait until the full green light appears before moving

Explanation

A green arrow permits movement only in the direction it points, even while the main light is red, provided the path is clear. Traffic going straight or to the right must still obey the red light.

Question 39Road rules and traffic regulations

A rider intends to turn right from a one-way street into another one-way street. From which position should the turn be made?

  1. From whichever lane is clearest at the time
  2. From the left side of the carriageway
  3. From the centre of the road
  4. From the right-hand lane or right side of the carriageway Correct answer.

Explanation

Where traffic flows one way, a right turn is made from the right-hand side of the carriageway, signalling in good time. Because no oncoming traffic exists, you position right rather than waiting in the centre.

Question 40Road rules and traffic regulations

When are you permitted to use the horn in a built-up area?

  1. Whenever you are about to overtake
  2. To warn others of your presence when there is a risk of danger Correct answer.
  3. To greet a friend on the pavement
  4. To hurry a slow vehicle ahead

Explanation

The horn is a warning device to be used only when necessary to warn others of your approach or of danger. Using it to hurry other road users, to greet people or as a routine overtaking signal is an offence and causes nuisance.

Question 41Road rules and traffic regulations

A motorcycle rider is involved in a collision in which a person is injured. What is the rider's legal duty?

  1. Continue home and report it the following day
  2. Exchange names only if the other party asks
  3. Stop, give assistance, and report the incident to the police Correct answer.
  4. Leave the scene quickly to avoid blocking traffic

Explanation

After an accident causing injury, the rider must stop, render reasonable assistance and report the matter to the police as soon as possible. Failing to stop or report is a serious offence.

Question 42Road rules and traffic regulations

Why should a rider avoid riding in the centre of a lane directly behind a bus or lorry?

  1. The exhaust fumes are always strongest there
  2. It is illegal to ride in the centre of any lane
  3. The centre position is reserved for overtaking vehicles
  4. The driver cannot see you in the mirrors and you cannot see the road ahead Correct answer.

Explanation

Large vehicles have blind areas directly behind them, and following in the centre hides you from the driver's mirrors while blocking your own view of the road. Riding slightly offset within the lane improves visibility both ways.

Question 43Road rules and traffic regulations

On a two-way road, when may you cross a broken white centre line to overtake?

  1. Whenever the vehicle ahead is travelling below the speed limit
  2. Only when the vehicle ahead signals left
  3. When the road ahead is clear and no other restriction forbids it Correct answer.
  4. Only on a downhill gradient

Explanation

A broken white centre line may be crossed for overtaking when you can see that the road ahead is clear and the manoeuvre is safe. You must still observe any speed limits, junctions or warning signs that make overtaking unsafe.

Question 44Road rules and traffic regulations

Which of these best describes the correct way to use a motorcycle's front and rear brakes in an emergency stop on a dry road?

  1. Neither brake; close the throttle and let the engine slow the bike
  2. Rear brake only, to avoid the front wheel locking
  3. Both brakes together, applying the front firmly and the rear lightly Correct answer.
  4. Front brake only, because it carries most weight

Explanation

In an emergency both brakes should be applied progressively, with the front providing most of the stopping force as weight transfers forward and the rear used lightly to prevent locking. Keeping the machine upright and the bars straight maximises braking efficiency.

Question 45Road rules and traffic regulations

A rider is riding in heavy rain and the road ahead is flooded across the carriageway. What is the safest course of action?

  1. Stop, assess the depth, and turn back if the depth is uncertain Correct answer.
  2. Follow closely behind the vehicle ahead through the water
  3. Accelerate and cross quickly to avoid stalling
  4. Ride through the centre of the flood at walking pace

Explanation

Flood water hides potholes, drains and debris, and can be deeper and faster-moving than it appears. Stop and assess before entering, and choose another route if you cannot judge the depth or the surface beneath.

Question 46Road rules and traffic regulations

What does a yellow box junction marked with criss-cross lines mean?

  1. The box is reserved for buses and three-wheelers
  2. You must always stop inside the box at a red light
  3. You must not enter the box unless your exit is clear Correct answer.
  4. You may wait in the box if your exit is clear

Explanation

A yellow box junction must be kept clear: you may enter only if your exit is clear, apart from when turning right and waiting for oncoming traffic. Stopping inside the box blocks cross traffic and is an offence.

Question 47Road rules and traffic regulations

A learner rider displays an 'L' plate on the motorcycle. Which restriction applies?

  1. The learner may carry one pillion passenger
  2. The learner may ride only on roads with a speed limit above 50 km/h
  3. The learner must be accompanied by a qualified rider and may not carry passengers Correct answer.
  4. The learner may ride only during daylight hours

Explanation

A learner rider must ride under the supervision of a person holding a valid licence for that class of vehicle and must not carry pillion passengers. The 'L' plate must be displayed so that it is clearly visible.

Question 48Road rules and traffic regulations

What is the correct action when you hear a train approaching as you reach a level crossing with no barriers?

  1. Cross slowly while watching the train
  2. Stop on the rails to check both directions
  3. Speed up to cross before the train arrives
  4. Stop well before the rails and wait until the train has passed Correct answer.

Explanation

At an open level crossing you must stop clear of the rails and wait until the train has completely passed before crossing. Never enter the crossing if a train is approaching or if there is any chance of being stranded on the track.

Question 49Road rules and traffic regulations

A rider approaches a sharp left bend on a narrow rural road and cannot see around it. Which approach is safest?

  1. Overtake any slow vehicle just before the bend
  2. Keep to the left, reduce speed before the bend, and stay in your lane Correct answer.
  3. Cut across the right side of the road to straighten the bend
  4. Maintain speed and brake only once inside the bend

Explanation

Reduce speed before entering a blind bend, keep well to the left and remain within your lane so that any oncoming vehicle has room to pass. Braking should be completed before the bend, not during it, to preserve stability.

Question 50Road rules and traffic regulations

Which of the following must a rider hold and carry when riding a motorcycle on a public road?

  1. A national identity card only
  2. A vehicle registration book only
  3. A valid riding licence for the class of motorcycle and a valid insurance certificate Correct answer.
  4. A medical certificate and a tax receipt

Explanation

A rider must hold a valid licence for the motorcycle class and have valid third-party insurance, and must be able to produce these documents when required. The registration book and revenue licence should also be available for inspection.