All Irish Theory Test Questions

Every question that can appear in the Irish driver theory test (category B), with answers and explanations. Practise them interactively or take a mock exam.

Legal Matters/Rules of the Road

• What must a driver do when this sign is accompanied by a white stop line on the road?
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• What does this Garda signal mean?
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• What does this road marking indicate?
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• What does this road marking indicate?
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• What does this road marking mean?
• What does this road marking and information plate together mean?
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• What does this traffic light mean?
• If driving from A to B; what do these road markings mean?
• What does this traffic light mean?
• If driving from A to B; what do these road markings mean?
• What does this traffic light mean?
• Which car; if any; is parked incorrectly?
• What does this road marking mean?
• What does this sign mean?
• What should a driver do when approaching traffic lights that change from green to amber?
• What does this road marking mean?
• What does this sign mean at a roundabout?
• What should a driver do at an amber traffic light?
• What does the broken yellow line road marking mean?
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• What does this traffic light mean?
• What does this sign mean at a junction?
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• What must a driver do when this sign is NOT accompanied by a white stop line on the road?
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• At roadworks; what does this sign mean?
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• What do these road markings mean?
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• What does this traffic light mean?
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• What does a continuous white line along the centre of the road mean?
• What does this road marking mean?
• What does a continuous white line in the centre of the road mean?
• What does this road marking and information plate together mean?
• What does this sign mean when displayed on the approach to a toll plaza?
• What does this sign mean when displayed on the approach to a toll plaza?
• What does this sign mean when displayed on the approach to a toll plaza?
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• What does a flashing amber arrow pointing left at a traffic light mean?
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• Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency?
• Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency?
• Which vehicle is exempt from speed limits when being used in an emergency?
• Where should L-plates be displayed on cars?
• What is the maximum gross weight of a vehicle that may be driven by the holder of a Category B driving licence?
• When should children be allowed to drive a tractor?
• How should an L-plate be composed?
• What is the maximum permissible speed for cars and motorcycles on motorways?
• Unless otherwise indicated; what is the maximum permissible speed for cars or motorcycles on national roads?
• Within what distance of a road junction is parking prohibited?
• Unless otherwise indicated; what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing a caravan on national roads?
• Is a driver permitted to park at an entrance to a property?
• Unless otherwise indicated; what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing a caravan on a motorway?
• When is parking permitted on a footpath?
• Unless otherwise indicated; what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing a trailer on national roads?
• What is the purpose of traffic calming measures?
• When is double parking permitted?
• When may a trailer be towed on a public road without a rear number plate?
• Unless otherwise indicated; what is the maximum permissible speed of a car towing a trailer on a motorway?
• When is parking permitted at a taxi rank?
• What traffic may use a cycle lane accompanied by a continuous white line?
• When is parking permitted at a sharp bend?
• Where is a driver allowed to park?
• What distance before a zebra crossing is parking prohibited?
• Apart from cyclists and motorised wheelchairs; what other road users may use an unoccupied cycle lane accompanied by a broken white line?
• When is parking permitted on the brow of a hill?
• When must drivers stop at an automated railway level crossing with barriers and red flashing lights?
• When do temporary speed limits apply at roadworks?
• At a railway level crossing with unattended gates; what should a car driver do?
• If a driver wishes to drive a vehicle but the tax disc is expired; what should they do?
• If a driver wishes to drive another vehicle which is not currently taxed; would they be allowed to transfer the current tax disc from their own vehicle onto it?
• When a vehicle is being driven by a person who is not the owner; who is responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is taxed and that a current tax disc is displayed?
• When wanting to stop temporarily in a congested area where should the driver park?
• When must a current tax disc be displayed on a new vehicle on a public road?
• What is a clearway?
• Who is entitled to see a driver's vehicle registration document?
• What restriction applies to a driver's full licence if they have passed their test on a vehicle with automatic transmission?
• If a vehicle is being driven by someone who is not the owner but has the owner's consent; who should ensure that the driver is properly insured?
• What roads are learner permit holders allowed to drive on?
• Is a driver still insured to drive their vehicle after their insurance policy has expired?
• Which roads are learner permit holders not allowed to drive on?
• Is it permitted to use a vehicle in a public place without a current tax disc displayed?
• If a driver wishes to drive another privately-owned vehicle but they are uncertain if they are insured to drive that vehicle; what should they do?
• What do flashing amber arrows indicate at a junction?
• When a driver wishes to drive a vehicle and they are not sure if they are covered by insurance; what should they do?
• What do flashing amber lights at a pelican crossing mean?
• What is the minimum insurance cover a driver needs to drive on a public road?
• What road users must comply with traffic lights (including pedestrian lights)?
• What is the maximum authorised mass (MAM) of a car that may be driven by the holder of a Category B driving licence?
• If a driver passes their test using a vehicle with automatic transmission; which vehicles are they licensed to drive?
• Who can use a signed cycle track accompanied by a continuous white line on the left-hand side?
• What is the maximum number of passengers that may be carried in a vehicle driven by the holder of a Category B driving licence?
• Where can drivers locate the Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) of their vehicle?
• What lights indicate a zebra crossing?
• When can the holder of a Category W learner permit carry a passenger?
• What do temporary traffic lights at road works mean?
• What colour traffic light comes on after the green?
• Is a driver allowed to use rebated (green) diesel fuel in a car on a public road?
• When must the holder of a learner permit display L-plates on their car?
• What colour traffic light comes on after a non-flashing amber light?
• How would a driver calculate the maximum overall permitted weight of their vehicle?
• When must a tractor or works vehicle be fitted with a rear-view mirror?
• When traffic lights are green; when should a driver not proceed?

Managing Risk

• What does this light mean?
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• What should a driver do when requested to drive a vehicle that they feel is overloaded?
• How could towing an overloaded trailer affect a vehicle?
• How does driving at high speed affect a vehicle's road holding?
• Who should first be contacted where a person has been injured in a collision?
• What should a driver do to secure the towing vehicle before unhitching a trailer?
• What danger can arise from the power take-off shaft of a tractor?
• What is the minimum legal tread depth for tyres on cars?
• What does the load index of a tyre indicate?
• When changing a wheel on a public road; what should a person do to ensure their own safety?
• What effect could incorrectly aligned headlights have?
• What effect does carrying a load have on a vehicle's braking ability?
• What should a driver do if involved in a collision with another vehicle where nobody is injured?
• What effect does towing a loaded trailer have on stopping ability?
• What should a driver do if they arrive at the scene of a collision involving a vehicle carrying hazardous materials?
• What effect could an unevenly distributed load have on a vehicle?
• Which of the following statements is true in relation to tyre pressure and driving on a motorway?
• Why is it important to ensure that the vehicle headlights are correctly aligned?
• How does the driver know the vehicle's total load-carrying capacity?
• What should a driver do when involved in an incident where nobody is injured but the vehicles are causing a danger or obstruction on the road?
• In general; how frequently should a vehicle's lights be checked?
• What determines the maximum allowed towing capacity of a vehicle?
• What should a driver do if involved in an incident where there is damage to property only?
• What effect can overloading a vehicle have on its road-holding?
• What effect can a broken lens have on headlights?
• What should a driver do where a person has been injured in a collision?
• A driver wishes to drive at night; but the off-side (right-hand side) headlight bulb is blown. What should the driver do?
• What would be the effect of overloading a vehicle with passengers or goods?
• What type of drink should be given to a person who has been injured in a collision?
• How would a driver know that a brake-light bulb is not working?
• What should a driver do to assist a person who is unconscious following a collision?
• Is it permissible to drive a vehicle on a public road when the brake lights are not working?
• What should a driver do if a system warning light lights up on the dashboard of their vehicle whilst driving?
• What should a driver do if a red system warning light lights up on the dashboard of their vehicle?
• What is the purpose of the red reflectors at the rear of a vehicle?
• If a driver notices that structural parts of their vehicle's body have been affected by rust; what should they do?
• During a weekly check; a driver notices a badly worn front tyre. What should the driver do?
• What does worn tread along the edge of the inside of a tyre suggest?
• If; when driving along; the driver notices that the engine power is lower than normal; what should they do?
• After changing a wheel on a vehicle; which of the following should be checked soon afterwards?
• With regard to tyres; what should a driver do before starting a long journey?
• While driving; a driver notices a strong smell of fuel. What should they do?
• In general; how often should a driver check the tyre pressure of a vehicle?
• Under what circumstances would a driver increase the air pressure in the tyres?
• While driving; the driver notices the vehicle temperature gauge showing red. What should they do?
• What should the driver do to secure the vehicle when changing a front nearside (left-hand side) wheel?
• What is the main reason for maintaining the correct tyre pressures?
• What should a driver do if they notice steam rising from the engine compartment?
• A fault in which component may lead to uneven or excessive tyre wear?
• What is the most common cause of heavy steering?
• What can be affected by driving on under-inflated tyres?
• Which of the following is a driver required to keep in good condition?
• What should a driver do before towing a caravan?
• When should tyre pressure be checked?
• What should a driver do if condensation is affecting the vehicle's windows?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle breaks down on an automatic railway level crossing?
• What is the immediate effect of a head-on collision between two cars at speed?
• How can sunlight affect visibility in a car with grimy windows?
• When attaching a trailer to their vehicle; what must a driver check?
• When should a driver use their vehicle's hazard warning lights?
• What should a driver do if the right-hand headlight bulb fails when driving at night?
• What lighting must be on a two-axle car-trailer?
• Generally what lighting must a car; tractor or works vehicle have when driving?
• When attaching a trailer to their vehicle; what must a driver check?
• What danger could be associated with driving a tractor and trailer over a humpbacked bridge?
• What lighting must be on a tractors trailer during lighting-up hours?
• What effect do the hazard warning lights have on the brake lights?
• A driver has stalled in the middle of an unguarded level crossing and cannot restart the engine. The warning bell is ringing. What should the driver do?
• What should a driver do to reduce the risk of neck injury in the event of a rear-end collision?
• When should a driver use their hazard warning lights?
• When should a driver use their vehicle's hazard warning lights?
• A driver notices that the wiper blades are worn. What should they do?
• Where safety belts are fitted to a car when must adult occupants wear them?
• When a wiper blade fails to clear the windscreen what should the driver do?
• On a motorway; when should a driver use the hazard warning lights?
• Who is responsible for ensuring that a passenger over 17 years of age is wearing a seat belt while travelling in a car?
• If a vehicle breaks down on a motorway; what should a person do?
• Who is responsible for ensuring that a passenger under 17 years of age is wearing a seat belt while travelling in a car?
• Where an injured person is discovered lying in the road; when should they be moved?
• Who is responsible for ensuring that a child wears a child restraint system in a vehicle?
• When dealing with crash victims; remember A B C. What does A stand for?
• In general; how should children under 3 years of age be secured in a vehicle?
• When dealing with crash victims; remember A B C. What does C stand for?
• Can a child under the age of 3 years be carried unrestrained in the vehicle's front passenger seat.
• What is good basic first aid for a person who has been burned?
• How should a child restraint system be fitted in a vehicle?
• What effect could hitting or mounting the kerb have on a vehicle's tyres?
• If a vehicle breaks down on a motorway; what should a person do?
• If a vehicle breaks down on a motorway; what should a person do?
• If a vehicle breaks down; where should the driver stop?
• What is the quickest way to warn other traffic of a crash?
• In order to inform the emergency services of a crash what telephone number should be called?
• When calling for help on an emergency telephone on the motorway; who does the call go to?

Safe and Responsible Driving

• What should the driver do in this situation?
• What should a driver be conscious of in this situation?
• What should the driver do if there are children playing at the edge of the roadway?
• The silver car is overtaking the parked red car; what should the driver do in this situation?
• The driver is following these two vehicles and wishes to overtake - what must the driver consider before overtaking here?
• What should the driver do?
• What should the driver of the silver car do before turning left?
• What should a driver be aware of when approaching a vehicle which is attempting to park?
• A driver wants to pull out of a driveway and turn right onto the road. At the same time a cyclist is approaching from the right and a pedestrian wants to cross. Who must wait?
• What action should the driver take?
• What should a driver do when travelling behind this vehicle?
• How should a driver overtake the cyclist in this situation?
• The driver intends to turn left at this junction - what should the driver do?
• Why might it be dangerous to drive on a poorly-lit street?
• What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?
• The driver intends to turn right at this junction - what should the driver do?
• What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?
• What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?
• What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?
• What danger should a driver allow for over the brow of this hill?
• When driving on a cobblestone road why should you take extra care?
• What should a driver do when continuing straight ahead in the middle lane?
• What should a driver be aware of in this situation?
• When driving on this one-way street with vehicles parked on both sides; what should a driver be prepared for?
• What should a driver do when turning right at this junction?
• When driving on this one-way street with vehicles parked on both sides; what should a driver be prepared for?
• Why must a driver be particularly careful here?
• What should a driver be aware of when driving at night along a shopping street with many different light sources?
• What should a driver do in this situation?
• What should a driver do in this situation?
• In this situation; who should wait?
• What should a driver be aware of in this situation?
• Which vehicle is in the correct position to make a right turn from the major road into the minor road?
• Which vehicle is in the correct position to make a right turn from a minor road onto a major road?
• How does rain affect driving in this situation?
• In this situation who should wait?
• After a heavy downpour; why should a driver keep a greater distance from the vehicle in front?
• When driving on a road with tram lines why should a driver take extra care?
• What is the correct action to take in this situation?
• An approaching driver notices that the boy on the children's bicycle has said goodbye to his friend. What is the correct action for the driver to take?
• What must a driver be prepared for in this situation?
• What should the car driver do in this situation?
• What should the driver do in this situation?
• What should the driver do in this situation?
• What should a driver be aware of in this situation?
• What should the driver allow for when following the bus on an icy road?
• What should the driver be most conscious of in this situation?
• What lights should a driver use in dense fog?
• What should the driver do when approaching this situation?
• What should a driver be aware of in this situation?
• Why might it be dangerous to drive on a poorly-lit street?
• The driver intends to turn right at this junction - what should the driver do?
• What should a driver do if dazzled by the lights of an oncoming vehicle?
• When intending to turn right as shown; what should the car driver do?
• What should a driver be aware of when following the motorcyclist; and the white car is reversing onto the road?
• After a heavy downpour; why should a driver keep a greater distance from the vehicle in front?
• What should a driver do in this situation when intending to turn left?
• What should the car driver be aware of in this situation?
• What should a driver be most aware of in this situation?
• What should a driver who wants to turn right do in this situation?
• What does this dial provide information on?
• What does a rev counter provide information on?
• In this situation; what should the driver in the right-hand lane of the dual carriageway be aware of?
• As the driver of the car; which conduct is correct?
• When approaching the pedestrian crossing; what should the driver do in this situation?
• What should the driver do in this situation?
• What should the car driver do in this situation?
• What should the driver do in this situation?
• What should a driver be alert to in this area?
• What should a driver do on the approach to this situation?
• What should the driver do when there is a sharp dip in the road ahead?
• The driver is approaching traffic lights that they know have been green for some time. What should the driver do?
• What should a driver do when approaching a junction normally controlled by traffic lights and the traffic lights are not lighting?
• What should the driver do when approaching a humpbacked hill?
• What do flashing amber beacons on an oncoming vehicle alert a driver to?
• What should the driver do if there are cattle on the road ahead?
• What should a driver do if they see horse riders on the road ahead?
• What should a driver do if they meet a vehicle with flashing amber beacons?
• What should a driver be aware of before crossing railway or tram lines?
• What should the driver be aware of when crossing road markings such as lines and directional arrows in wet weather?
• What should a driver do when there are dark clouds and visibility is reduced during daylight hours?
• When a driver is driving in a line of traffic and does not intend to overtake; what should the driver do?
• What should a driver do on a narrow road when another vehicle is coming in the opposite direction?
• Why is tailgating (driving too close behind the vehicle in front) dangerous?
• When driving behind a heavy goods vehicle that is signalling to turn right; what should a driver do?
• When a driver is driving behind another vehicle that they do not intend to overtake; what should the driver do?
• When driving behind a bus that is signalling to turn left and there is oncoming traffic; what should a driver do?
• Is tailgating allowed on a motorway or dual carriageway?
• What danger can arise during daylight when a driver enters an area that is heavily shaded by overhanging trees?
• How does giving a late signal affect other road users?
• What should a driver do if they are not travelling as fast as the vehicle in front?
• What should a driver do when approaching traffic lights stuck on red?
• Where are the blind spots that a driver needs to be aware of when towing a loaded trailer?
• What should a driver do if they wish to drive across a busy road and the traffic lights which normally control the junction are temporarily out of action?
• What should a driver do if they see a school bus stopped on the nearside (left side) of the road ahead?
• When is it permissible to overtake another vehicle on the nearside (left-hand side)?
• What should the driver do when driving behind a vehicle that is going from side to side on the road in an unsafe manner?
• What should a driver do if they see a truck reversing into a side entrance on the left-hand side of the road ahead?
• What should a driver who wishes to perform a U-turn do?
• What should a driver do if they are first in line to turn right at traffic lights while the green light is showing and there is oncoming traffic approaching?
• What should a driver do if a heavy goods vehicle in front has moved out to make a left turn ahead?
• When meeting oncoming traffic on a national road; is it permitted to move into the hard shoulder to allow following traffic to overtake?
• When driving on a national road is it permitted to drive on the hard shoulder in order to allow faster-moving traffic to overtake?
• When driving along and wishing to use a hand-held mobile phone; what should a driver do?
• What should a driver do if a bus in front has moved out to make a left-hand turn and there is oncoming traffic?
• What should a driver do in a queue of traffic controlled by traffic lights?
• When stopped at traffic lights and the green light comes on; what should a driver do?
• What should a driver do when they want to safely change to the lane on the right in which there is other traffic?
• What should the driver do when driving a vehicle they are not familiar with?
• What effect does alcohol have on driver behaviour?
• What should a driver do if another vehicle blocks their right of way at a junction?
• Subject to the speed limit; what is the ?safest? speed to drive at?
• What effect does drinking alcohol have on a driver?
• A driver who is about to undertake a journey is upset or angry. What should they do?
• What should a driver do when overtaking parked vehicles in a residential area?
• If a motorist or a motorcyclist is taking medication which may affect their driving; what should they do?
• When being overtaken and there is oncoming traffic; what should a driver do?
• What stopping distance should a driver allow for when driving in snow or icy conditions?
• What effect does a wet road surface have on a vehicle's braking ability?
• When another driver is in a hurry and cuts in front what should a driver do?
• What should a driver do when they get a puncture while driving?
• After overtaking another vehicle; what should a driver do?
• What clearance should drivers normally allow for when passing parked vehicles?
• What would happen if a driver cuts in too soon when overtaking another vehicle?
• Why does it take longer to stop the vehicle on a wet road?
• What effect does patches of oil or diesel have on a road surface?
• What should a driver do when driving in slippery road conditions?
• What is the effect on the control of the vehicle if there is a film of water between the vehicle's tyres and the road surface?
• What should a driver do when travelling downhill on snow or ice?
• What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 50 km/h on a dry road?
• What should a driver do if they encounter loose chippings on a road?
• In wet weather how might a driver judge what is a safe following distance from the vehicle in front?
• What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 50 km/h on a wet road?
• What effect does spilt diesel have on a road?
• What is the recommended minimum stopping distance for a car travelling at 100 km/h on a dry road?
• What phrase is recommended for drivers to help them determine a safe distance from the vehicle in front on a dry road?
• In dry weather how might a driver judge what is a safe following distance to vehicle in front?
• What lights should a driver use when driving in dense fog?
• When driving at night the full headlights of a typical car should enable the driver to see for a distance of how many metres?
• A driver has been driving regularly in daylight and must now undertake a journey at night. What should the driver do?
• When driving late at night what should a driver be aware of?
• When driving at night the dipped headlights of a typical car should enable the driver to see for a distance of how many metres?
• With regard to vehicle speed; what should a driver do when driving at night?
• When dazzled by the lights of an oncoming vehicle; what should a driver do?
• What are the possible consequences of having incorrectly adjusted headlights?
• When driving at night; what is the safest approach for a driver to adopt?
• When should a driver use fog lights on their vehicle?
• When meeting an oncoming vehicle at night; what should a driver do?
• When driving at night and blinded by the lights of an oncoming vehicle; what should a driver do?
• When can a driver expect to encounter black ice?
• When is it safe for a driver to use the main beam headlights when driving at night?
• What should a driver do if there is black ice on the road?
• When driving; what effect could icy roads have on the vehicle?
• What lights should a driver have on when driving behind other traffic at night?
• Where is black ice likely to occur on the road?
• What should a driver do when driving in slippery road conditions?
• When driving at night; when must a driver use dipped headlights?
• What is the safest practice when driving on icy roads?
• How should a driver negotiate a steep hill or humpbacked bridge when the road is slippery?
• Apart from the risk of skidding; what should the driver be aware of when driving in snow?
• What traffic may use a contra-flow bus lane?
• What should a rider be aware of when crossing road markings such as lines or arrows?
• What should a driver do when driving in heavy rain?
• What traffic may use a with-flow bus lane during the times specified on information signs at the start of the lane?
• What should a driver do after passing through a flooded section of road?
• What is the danger in driving at high speeds on wet roads?
• When driving along a dual carriageway in normal driving conditions; which lane should a driver be in?
• What should a driver do where a section of road ahead has a shallow flooded area?
• What does a 2-plus-1 road have?
• What should a driver do when they encounter mud on the road?
• What should a driver do when approaching roadworks warning signs?
• What should a driver do when travelling on a motorway or dual carriageway?
• What should a driver be aware of when driving through a section of road where roadworks are ongoing?
• In normal driving conditions on a motorway; which lane should the driver occupy?
• When wishing to turn right at the end of a one-way street; where should a driver position their vehicle?
• Is a driver permitted to pick up or set down a passenger on a motorway?
• What should a driver do when joining a motorway from a slip road?
• When a driver wants to turn left into a property and there is a bus lane on the left; what should the driver do?
• When driving on a motorway; what should a driver do if they miss their exit?
• After exiting the motorway and coming towards a junction at the end of the deceleration lane (slip road) what should a driver do?
• What should a driver do when entering a slip road after leaving a motorway?
• What should a driver do if they drive past their intended exit by mistake?
• A driver wishes to go straight ahead at a cross junction of equal importance. If they encounter other traffic; what is the general rule that applies?
• In general; which of the following should a driver do before entering a tunnel?
• What is the main difference between driving on a motorway and driving on other types of road?
• What should a driver do when entering a tunnel?
• When approaching a roundabout; to whom should a driver give way ?
• On a 2-lane motorway; what procedure should a driver adopt when wishing to overtake another vehicle safely?
• What should a driver do if there is very heavy traffic congestion in a tunnel?
• In general; where two lanes are provided on the approach to a roundabout; which lane should a driver select when they intend taking an exit to the right (past the 12 o'clock position) of the roundabout?
• When stopped at traffic lights and the green light comes on but pedestrians are still crossing the road; what should a driver do?
• What may the hard shoulder of a motorway be used for?
• What should a driver do when they see a slow moving vehicle up ahead being driven by a learner driver?
• What position should a driver generally adopt on approach to a roundabout when intending to take the first exit to the left?
• How is a learner driver likely to react in unusual traffic situations?
• In general; when turning right on a two-way road; where should a driver position the vehicle?
• When negotiating junctions; which road users are particularly vulnerable?
• When stopped at traffic lights; a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on their left?
• What should a driver do before turning right from a major road into a minor road?
• What should a driver do if the traffic light changes to green while pedestrians are still crossing at a pelican crossing?
• In slow-moving city traffic; a driver should occasionally check their blind spots for which road users in particular?
• What should a driver be aware of when making a left turn into a side road?
• At traffic lights a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on the left side (nearside)?
• When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads; what should a driver be aware of?
• When driving on a country road without footpaths; what should a driver expect coming towards them on their side of the road?
• When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads; what should a driver be aware of?
• What should a driver do if; while driving; they see children on the road ahead?
• What should a driver do when driving at night on an unlit road?
• When driving on dark winter mornings and evenings on unlit country roads; what should a driver be aware of?
• What should a driver do when they see joggers ahead on the left?
• What could happen if a driver parks on a footpath?
• What should a driver do if a front tyre bursts while driving?
• What procedure should a driver follow when intending to overtake a cyclist travelling in the same direction up ahead?
• What precautions could a driver take against the risk of fire in their vehicle?
• When driving on a road that has a potholed surface and there is a cyclist ahead; what should a driver do?
• If a driver suspects that their vehicle indicators have not been seen; what should the driver do?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle is broken down on a motorway and they are awaiting assistance?
• What should a driver do when travelling on a country road with following traffic; and they meet pedestrians?
• When a driver is at a junction where visibility is extremely limited; what should the driver do?
• When should a driver use the vehicle's rear view mirror?
• Which of the following affects the braking distance of a vehicle?
• How should a driver proceed if their view is obstructed at a junction?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle breaks down or they are involved in a collision in a tunnel?
• What should a driver do when driving in dense fog?
• What should drivers do if they become drowsy while driving?
• At road junctions; what type of road users are particularly vulnerable?
• When driving at night; when must a driver dip the vehicle's full headlights?
• What should the driver do if they are driving and feel tired?
• What should a driver do to avoid the need for harsh braking?
• What should a driver do if they are behind schedule in reaching a destination at an appointed time?
• When is it permitted to force oncoming traffic onto the hard shoulder on the opposite side of the road while overtaking?
• What does a 2-plus-1 road have?
• What should a driver do to ensure better fuel efficiency from their vehicle?
• What should drivers do if they approach road works and there is earth-moving machinery moving about?
• Where may a driver overtake on a 2-plus-1 road?
• In what way do motor vehicles harm the environment?
• In what direction should a driver turn when entering a roundabout?
• How can a driver help the environment?
• What can be achieved by the driving style known as ?Eco-Driving??
• What should a driver do if their vehicle gets a puncture on a motorway?
• Which action contributes to Eco-Driving?
• What should a driver do if traffic comes to a halt in a tunnel?
• When should a driver use hazard warning lights on a motorway?
• What should a driver do when they see road works machinery with amber flashing lights up ahead?
• When may the holder of a Category W learner permit carry a passenger on a tractor or works vehicle?
• When is jack-knifing most likely to occur?
• Are children allowed to be left unattended in a vehicle?
• How should a driver secure their vehicle before getting out of it?
• What action should a driver take when they meet a vehicle with flashing blue lights?
• When is a red flag a sufficient marker for a rear load overhang that exceeds one metre?
• What should a driver do if a tyre bursts on the vehicle they are driving?
• What should a driver do if an ambulance is stopped up ahead with its flashing blue lights on?
• How should a driver negotiate a bend when driving a fully loaded vehicle?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle gets into a front-wheel sideways skid?
• When are children allowed to stand with their heads up through an open sun roof?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle gets into a rear-wheel sideways skid?
• When is a driver allowed to carry more passengers in a car than there are seat belts available?
• At what point is a vehicle load more likely to shift?
• What should a driver do if they get a tyre blow-out on the road?
• How would hydraulic power steering be affected if an engine stalled in slow-moving traffic?
• When driving a tractor and trailer; what should the driver do on entering a roundabout to avoid possible roll-over?
• What should a driver do to avoid having to make an emergency stop?
• What should a driver do to avoid having to make an emergency stop?
• What action should a driver take if the engine in their vehicle cuts out suddenly when they are driving along?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle breaks down in a tunnel?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle goes on fire in a tunnel?
• What advice should a driver give to passengers before opening doors?
• A driver is automatically disqualified from driving for how long if; on a first offence; they refused to provide a member of An Garda Síochána with a sample of blood; urine or breath?
• According to the Pre-Crash Report; which gender was more likely to drink and drive and be involved a fatal collision?
• According to the Pre-Crash Report; what type of vehicle were the majority of people driving when they had consumed alcohol and caused a fatal collision?
• How do you make sure your vehicle is parked safely?
• What should be considered when reversing out of a parking space?
• What lights should a vehicle show at dusk?
• When may you pass another vehicle on the left-hand side?
• According to the Pre-Crash Report; what age group had the highest number of passenger deaths in collisions where alcohol was a factor?
• According to the Pre-Crash Report; which days of the week were people more likely to drink and drive and cause a fatal collision?
• If there is no footpath; where must a pedestrian walk?
• What is the maximum disqualification period imposed in court where the learner driver has a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level in excess of 80 mg?
• According to the Pre-Crash Report; how many pedestrians were killed where alcohol consumption by the pedestrian was a factor?
• According to the Pre-Crash Report; which age group had the highest number of drivers causing fatal collisions where alcohol was a factor?
• On a narrow busy road; what should pedestrians do when walking?
• What should a driver do if they see a red warning triangle on the road?
• When should pedestrians wear reflective clothing at night?
• When preparing to stop; a driver notices the vehicle behind is towing a trailer. What should the driver do?
• What should drivers be aware of if they meet horses with riders on the road?
• When should a driver use dipped headlights?
• What should a driver do if there is a large oil spill on the road?
• The bus ahead is moving away from a bus stop. What should a driver do?
• What should a driver do when being overtaken by another vehicle?
• There are pedestrians on the footpath ahead and there are pools of water on the road. What should a driver do?
• When should signals (for example; with indicators) be given to other road users?
• When a driver is making a left-hand turn; what mirrors should they particularly concentrate on?
• What should the driver be able to see in the vehicle mirrors when they are properly adjusted?
• What effect can wet weather have on a vehicle's exterior mirrors?
• What should a driver do to minimise fuel consumption in their vehicle?
• What does blue smoke coming from the vehicle's exhaust generally mean?
• What should the driver be able to see in the exterior mirrors of a vehicle when they are properly adjusted?
• What is the effect of a worn exhaust?
• How does continuous high-speed driving affect fuel consumption?
• The vehicle's exterior mirrors are covered by a film of mud and dust. What should the driver do?
• What affect can a faulty exhaust system have?
• How can fuel efficiency be improved?
• What is the purpose of a catalytic converter?
• What effect does a worn exhaust have on a vehicle?
• How does harsh acceleration affect fuel consumption?
• What alternatives can drivers take to help protect the environment?
• How are emergency vehicles identified?
• When is the use of the horn prohibited?
• What should a driver do when they intend to reverse into a side road?
• When towing a high and wide-bodied trailer what should a driver do?
• What can a driver do to maximise fuel efficiency while driving?
• If the vehicle's windows are covered with ice; what should the driver do?
• What should a driver do if they intend to reverse their vehicle into an area which they cannot see?
• Which action is likely to cause an increase in fuel consumption?
• What should a driver do if the vehicle's windows and mirrors are covered in ice?
• What should a driver do in order to keep alert during a long journey?
• What specific observations should a driver make before reversing their vehicle?
• When should rear fog lights be used?
• At night; what effect could driving with a single headlight have on oncoming drivers?
• When should rear fog lights be used?
• What lights should be shown on a parked car; tractor or works vehicle at night on an unlit public road?
• What specific observations should a driver make before reversing a vehicle fitted with an external audible warning device?
• What should a driver do if dazzled by headlights reflecting in the rear-view mirror of their car?
• Why is it dangerous to allow children to stand in the space between the front seats of a car?
• What should a driver do if dazzled by lights at night reflecting in their interior mirror?
• When is a tractor most likely to overturn?
• What could a driver do in order to avoid excessive exhaust pollution from their vehicle?
• In general how regularly should a vehicle be serviced?
• What is meant by the term jack-knifing?
• What is the purpose of a catalytic converter?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle gets into a four-wheel sideways skid?
• When should a driver use the vehicle side lights?
• What should a driver do before getting out of the vehicle?
• How should a driver in a vehicle without anti-lock brakes (ABS) deal with a front-wheel straight-line skid?
• What is a possible effect of over-filling the engine with oil?
• What safety precaution should a driver take when getting out of their vehicle?
• What effect could a front-tyre blow-out have on a vehicle?
• What effect could a rear-tyre blow-out have on a vehicle?
• On a busy road; how should a driver allow passengers out of a vehicle?
• When required to stop in an emergency; what should a driver do?
• When driving along; a driver feels that the oncoming car may crash into their vehicle. What should they do?
• How should a driver apply the brakes in an emergency if the vehicle is fitted with anti-lock brakes (ABS)?
• When required to stop in an emergency; what should a driver do?
• What should a driver do when suddenly confronted by a hazard on the road?
• What can a driver do to stay alert on a long journey?
• When driving along and required to stop suddenly; what should a driver do?
• What should a driver do to secure the vehicle before leaving it?
• What effect can wet weather have on the vehicle's exterior mirrors?
• Before driving through a tunnel; what should a driver do?
• What should a driver do before starting a journey in adverse weather conditions?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle breaks down in a tunnel?
• Before entering a tunnel; what should a driver do in order to improve vision?
• What should a driver do before starting a journey in bad weather?
• When a vehicle is stopped in a tunnel due to congestion what should a driver do?
• If a vehicle being driven through a tunnel goes on fire; what should the driver do?
• When driving on a hill; how should a steep descent be negotiated in snow or frosty weather?
• When a vehicle is stopped in a tunnel due to congestion what should a driver do?
• When joining a motorway from a slip road; what should a driver do?
• A driver meets a pelican crossing with a flashing amber light showing. There is a pedestrian still on the road. What should the driver do?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle is forced to stop in a tunnel due to a breakdown or a crash?
• What should a driver do if their vehicle breaks down in a tunnel?
• What would a lightness in the steering MOST likely indicate?
• According to the Pre-Crash Report; in how many fatal collisions was alcohol a contributory factor?
• To whom should a driver report aggressive driving?
• According to the Pre-Crash Report; how many passengers were killed in a collision where alcohol was a known factor?
• Which of the following is a possible consequence for a learner driver if they drive after drinking as little as just one unit of alcohol?
• What is the penalty for a driver who refuses to give breath; blood or urine samples as evidence for a second offence to An Gárda Síochána?
• Can An Gárda Síochána conduct roadside testing for drugs and alcohol in the mornings?
• Can a driver break a red light or break the speed limit to allow an emergency service vehicle to pass?
• Along with an impairment test; what may a Gárda request if they suspect a driver of driving under the influence of drugs?
• According to the Pre-Crash Report; out of 867 fatal collisions; how many had alcohol as a contributory factor?
• If it is safe to overtake a cyclist in speed zones up to 50 km/h; what is the recommended minimum passing distance?
• During what time periods can a driver be tested for drugs at a road side checkpoint?
• If it is safe to overtake a cyclist in speed zones over 50 km/h; what is the recommended minimum passing distance?
• What is the maximum penalty on conviction for drug driving?
• What are the drink driving penalties for a learner driver with a blood alcohol concentrate (BAC) of 20 mg to 80 mg per 100 millilitres of blood?
• How can a pedestrian walking along a poorly lit road reduce the risk of an accident occurring?
• Do the limits for drink and drug driving differ if detected in the morning?
• What are the drink driving penalties for a professional driver holding a full car licence and found to have a blood alcohol concentrate (BAC) of 20 mg to 80 mg per 100 millilitres of blood?
• What are the drink driving penalties for a driver with a blood alcohol concentrate (BAC) of 80 mg to 100 mg per 100 millilitres of blood?
• What is a courtesy pedestrian crossing?
• What should a driver do when an emergency service vehicle approaches with flashing blue lights?
• What should a driver never do when an emergency service vehicle approaches with flashing blue lights?
• What is the likely effect of motorists ?rubbernecking? at the scene of a traffic incident?
• How should a driver react to emergency services vehicles with flashing blue lights and/or sirens on?
• For how long is a learner driver's accompanying driver required to have held their full licence in Category B?
• What is the penalty for a vehicle owner who allows a learner driver to drive their vehicle unaccompanied?
• What are the fixed charge amount and penalties incurred for a learner driver who drives unaccompanied?
• A learner permit driver who receives 7 penalty points in a 36 month period (three years) will be banned from driving for how many months?
• What should a driver do in the event of a breakdown or incident in a tunnel?
• A learner driver detected of driving unaccompanied faces a minimum of how many penalty points?
• How many penalty points will an unaccompanied learner driver receive on conviction?
• Is a driver allowed to sound the horn while driving in a built-up area at night?
• What is the minimum penalty point offence for a learner driver not displaying ?L? Plates both on the front and rear of the vehicle?
• What is the fine for a learner driver for driving a vehicle unaccompanied?
• When a learner driver has passed their driving test; are they permitted to drive unaccompanied as the holder of a Certificate of Competency?
• Can a learner driver drive unaccompanied if they are on their third or subsequent learner permit?
• At traffic lights; a driver should take particular care for which road users coming up on the left?
• A learner driver who has been stopped by a Garda for driving unaccompanied faces a minimum fine of how much?
• Can a person who has passed their car driving test within the last two years act as an accompanying driver?
• Are there any occasions when a learner driver can drive unaccompanied?
• If the owner of a vehicle allows a learner driver to drive their vehicle; what is the maximum fine the owner could face?
• Is a learner driver permitted to drive unaccompanied if they have the consent of the vehicle owner?
• When a driver intends to make a left-hand turn at a junction where there are pedestrians and cyclists present; what should a driver do?
• What should a driver do when driving at night on an unlit road?
• What can be achieved by the driving style known as ?Eco-Driving??
• Which of the following road users are most vulnerable in slow-moving city traffic?
• Which of the following road users are most vulnerable in slow-moving city traffic?
• Before exiting the vehicle on a busy road; what should the driver ensure?
• What can be achieved by the driving style known as ?Eco-Driving??
• Which action contributes to Eco-Driving?
• Which action contributes to Eco-Driving?
• When a driver intends to make a left-hand turn on a busy city street junction and there are pedestrians and cyclists around; what should the driver do?
• What should a driver do when they want to use a mobile phone?
• What should a driver who wishes to perform a turnabout do?
• When driving into a narrow gap between oncoming vehicles and vehicles parked on the left. What should a driver do?
• According to the Pre-Crash Report; what percentage of the 169 drivers killed in an alcohol related collision had consumed alcohol?

Control of Vehicle

• What can cause a vehicle to skid?
• Why should a tractor be driven more slowly on uneven road surfaces?
• What is the effect of an incorrectly adjusted driver's seat?
• When should the handbrake be used to bring a vehicle to a halt?
• What is the danger associated with applying the handbrake (parking brake) when the vehicle is moving?
• What type of noise might fast cornering create?
• The parking brake (hand brake) generally works on which wheels?
• What is a likely consequence of sudden braking?
• What is the recommended method of driving a car with automatic transmission?
• If the brake pedal of a vehicle feels soft or spongy when applied; what does this mean?
• Whilst driving; why might a driver suspect that the brake fluid level in their vehicle is low?
• If a driver applies the foot brake and hears a scraping noise; what is the most likely cause?
• What may indicate a problem with the vehicle's braking system?

Technical Matters

• What does the warning light and/or red zone on a fuel gauge mean?
• What does the speed rating of a tyre indicate?
• What should a driver do if the fuel system becomes air-locked?
• On a motorway; when should a driver use the hazard warning lights?
• Under what circumstances could both cross-ply and radial tyres be fitted to a vehicle?
• When a driver operates the indicator switch and hears a more rapid clicking noise than normal; what could this mean?
• What does Anti-lock braking system (ABS) do?
• If driving a vehicle with automatic transmission; what in particular should a driver be aware of?
• If the oil pressure gauge shows little or no pressure; or the warning light comes on; what could the problem be?
• What effect does automatic transmission have on engine braking power?
• What may happen if the vehicle's engine oil is not changed as required?
• If a vehicle is driven with low oil pressure; what effect does this have on its engine?
• If the vehicle's oil-pressure gauge is reading low or the red oil-pressure warning light comes on; what should a driver do?
• What is the purpose of engine oil?
• When is it recommended to use coolant?
• What happens if the vehicle has a flat battery?
• What is the primary purpose of the battery fitted to a petrol - or diesel - powered motor vehicle?
• What effect would a weak battery have on a vehicle's driving performance?
• What effect can a worn shock absorber have on a vehicle?
• Why should the valve be replaced when having a tubeless tyre fitted?
• What effect does low tyre-pressure have on a vehicle?
• What is an effect of under-inflated tyres on a vehicle?
• When driving; where should a driver rest their left foot?
• While driving at higher speeds; what does a continuous vibration in the steering indicate?
• After changing a wheel on a vehicle; which of the following should be checked after a short distance?
• What can be affected by driving on under-inflated tyres?
• In general; above what gross vehicle weight must a trailer have brakes fitted?