M1 Practice Test 2

Another set of exam-like questions that will test your basic knowledge of motorcycle riding in Ontario, as well as traffic signs and road rules.

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What to expect on the official exam

What you need to know

40

Questions

32

Correct answers to pass

80%

Passing score

Questions

Answer the following questions

Results

#1. Under ideal conditions, you should maintain a following distance of at least _______ behind the vehicle ahead of you.

2 seconds

5 seconds

10 seconds

4 seconds

#2. When riding in a group, motorcyclists should usually ride

alongside each other.

in a staggered formation.

single file.

in a V-formation.

#3. When carrying cargo, it is important to

secure it just to the sides of the motorcycle.

weigh it before loading it on the motorcycle.

keep the load low.

not carry any passengers.

#4. What type of clothing is best for daytime riding?

Brightly colored clothing

Clothing made of non-reflective material

Gray clothing to blend into the environment

Any clothing that covers your arms and legs

#5. In countersteering, to initiate a turn, PUSHING the right handgrip will allow the motorcycle to

go straight.

make a U-turn only.

turn left.

turn right.

#6. When can you ride a motorcycle between two lanes of traffic?

Only in designated areas

Only if both lanes are headed in the same direction

Only in heavy traffic

Never

#7. This driver’s hand signal indicates that this driver intends to

make a U-turn.

slow down or stop.

turn right.

turn left.

#8. You must have your motorcycle’s headlight turned on

whenever you're driving.

only at night.

only in the daytime.

only in rain or fog.

#9. When driving in a group, group members should communicate by

driving in pairs.

changing lane positions.

loud yelling.

using hand signals.

#10. Snow removal vehicles on public roadways are equipped with flashing ______ lights.

blue

red

green

yellow

#11. Most of your motorcycle’s stopping power is provided by

the front and rear brakes equally.

the clutch.

the front brake.

the rear brake.

#12. When approaching a Yield sign, what does the law require you to do?

Slow down and proceed through the intersection slowly.

Slow down and stop even if the intersection is clear.

Slow down; stop if necessary to yield the right-of-way.

Stop 50 m before the sign.

#13. When riding in a group, beginner riders should be positioned

at the front of the group.

behind the leader.

at the end of the group.

anywhere.

#14. When you are being passed by another vehicle, you should

move toward the centre of your lane.

maintain your current lane position.

move as far to the right as possible.

move toward the left of your lane.

#15. The edge of the road is dangerous for motorcycles because

the pavement is of poor quality.

visibility is poor there.

dirt and gravel provide little traction.

it is not driven on often.

#16. Why are gravel roads potentially dangerous to motorcyclists?

Gravel provides less traction than pavement.

They do not have posted speed limits.

Other drivers are known to drive recklessly.

There are no lane markers.

#17. The best way to discourage other vehicles from trying to share your lane is to

ride to the far right of your lane.

ride a little to the left or right of the centre of your lane.

ride on the line that divides the traffic lanes.

ride to the far left of your lane.

#18. For increased safety when riding at night, you should

watch the taillights of the vehicle ahead.

reduce your speed.

increase your following distance.

do all of the above.

#19. Which of the following statements about driving in the rain is FALSE?

Avoid driving in the centre of the road.

Slow down and avoid sudden moves.

Use the front brake if you need to stop quickly.

Wear bright colours and reflective or fluorescent clothing.

#20. If the traffic signal light facing you is red and you intend to go straight through the intersection, what must you do?

Stop if there are vehicles on your path of travel.

Stop momentarily; then proceed when safe.

Slow down; then proceed when the way is clear.

Come to a complete stop and wait for the light to turn green.

#21. When entering or leaving a highway, a group of motorcyclists should drive

in any order.

alongside each other.

single file.

in a staggered formation.

#22. While riding a motorcycle, you should position your feet

to drag lightly on the ground.

firmly on the footrests.

with your toes pointed downward.

as far forward as possible.

#23. A steady yellow traffic light at an intersection indicates that you must

increase your speed to get past the yellow light before it turns red.

slow down and proceed with caution.

stop, yield to pedestrians, and proceed with caution.

stop if you can do so safely.

#24. When upshifting, you should

twist the clutch while you pull in the throttle.

twist the throttle with the clutch pulled in.

twist the throttle.

twist the throttle as you pull in the clutch.

#25. A driver in front of you is signaling with his or her hand and arm pointing upward. This driver intends to

turn right.

turn left.

make a U-turn.

stop.

#26. M1 licence holders may NOT drive

on country roads unless accompanied by a driving instructor.

on rural roads with speed limits below 80 km/h.

in residential areas.

on most roads whose speed limits are over 80 km/h.

#27. When carrying cargo or a passenger,

do all of the above.

maintain a greater following distance between you and the vehicle ahead.

start slowing down earlier than usual.

drive at lower speeds.

#28. Which of the following statements about carrying passengers are true?

All of the above statements are true.

It will take you longer to speed up.

Your stopping distance will increase.

It will take you longer to make a turn.

#29. On a two-lane road where traffic moves in opposite directions, you may pass on the left only when

a broken yellow line is not next to your lane.

a broken yellow line is next to your lane.

a double solid yellow line is in the centre.

a solid yellow line is next to your lane.

#30. To carry cargo, you should

keep it low.

keep it forward.

distribute it evenly.

do all of the above.

#31. What type of group formation should be used when riding through curves?

In pairs

Single file

Staggered formation

V-shaped formation

#32. At night, if you meet another vehicle with blinding bright lights, the safest thing to do is

look at the headlights of the approaching vehicle.

open and close your eyes rapidly.

look slightly to the right-hand side.

turn your high beam on.

#33. If you are riding over an obstacle on the road, what is the best way to absorb shock?

Avoid using the brakes.

Increase your speed.

Rise slightly off the seat.

Crouch down.

#34. When riding, you should

fix your gaze on the vehicle ahead.

keep your eyes scanning the road ahead, behind and beside you.

look to your right.

look at the road right in front of your motorcycle.

#35. When riding with a passenger, how should you adjust your riding?

Don't use saddlebags.

Increase the throttle when making turns.

Make sure the gas tank is at least half full.

Go slower when taking curves or corners.

#36. You are following a large truck that is signaling a right turn. You should anticipate

the truck swinging right.

the truck stopping suddenly.

the truck turning close to the right curb.

the truck swinging left.

#37. Before making a left turn from a one-way street, you should position your motorcycle

to the left of the white line.

as close to the right side of the road as possible.

as close to the left side of the roadway as possible.

to the right of the white line.

#38. Which of the following statements about blind spots is FALSE?

The best way to compensate for blind spots is to turn and glance over your shoulder.

There are blind spots to the left rear and right rear of a vehicle.

Don't drive in another vehicle's blind spot.

Larger vehicles have smaller blind spots.

#39. When crossing a very slippery surface, you should

pull in the clutch and coast.

accelerate or maintain your speed.

stop and walk the bike across.

use the front brake only.

#40. This hand signal indicates that the driver intends to

turn right.

turn left.

slow down.

make a U-turn.

Finish