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Hazard awareness theory test questions

Spotting developing hazards, plus the effects of alcohol, tiredness and medicines. Practise 8 questions on this topic below, each with an instant explanation citing the Highway Code rule behind the answer. Free, no sign-up.

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About the "Hazard awareness" topic

Hazard awareness is one of the 14 topic bands the UK car theory test draws its 50 multiple-choice questions from. Spotting developing hazards, plus the effects of alcohol, tiredness and medicines. On the day, you will not be told which topic a question belongs to, so the goal is to understand the underlying rule rather than memorise answers. Every question here links back to the exact Highway Code rule so you learn the reasoning that handles any wording.

Practise the other theory test topics

AlertnessObservation, anticipation, concentration and avoiding distractions at the wheel.Take the quizAttitudeFollowing distances, courtesy, priority and how to behave around other road users.Take the quizSafety and your vehicleVehicle condition, tyres, lights, fuel efficiency and reducing emissions.Take the quizSafety marginsStopping distances, the two-second rule and driving in rain, ice and fog.Take the quizVulnerable road usersPedestrians, cyclists, horse riders and the 2022 hierarchy of road users.Take the quizOther types of vehicleLorries, buses, motorcycles, trams and how to share the road with them safely.Take the quizVehicle handlingControl in different weather, road surfaces, gradients and at night.Take the quizMotorway rulesLane discipline, speed limits, the hard shoulder and smart-motorway signals.Take the quizRules of the roadSpeed limits, parking, junctions, roundabouts and right of way.Take the quizRoad and traffic signsSign shapes and colours, road markings and what each one tells you to do.Take the quizEssential documentsLicence, insurance, MOT, vehicle tax and what the law requires you to hold.Take the quizIncidents and emergenciesWhat to do at the scene, first aid basics and breakdown procedure.Take the quizVehicle loadingLoads, roof racks, towing and keeping the vehicle stable and legal.Take the quiz

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Original practice questions covering the same topics as the official DVSA theory test. Not the real exam questions, and not affiliated with or endorsed by the DVSA. Based on The Highway Code and Know Your Traffic Signs under the Open Government Licence v3.0.