Free Practice · Rules of the Road
Mock Exam 1
Rules of the RoadThe real Ontario G1 test covers road signs and rules of the road, and DriveTest states you need a total score of at least 80% to pass. This practice exam is 20 questions, so aim for 16 or better. Take your time, there is no time limit.
Exam Questions
Question 1: A municipal bus ahead has its left-turn signal flashing and is pulling back into traffic from a designated bus stop. What must you do?
Correct answer: Allow the bus to re-enter traffic — yield to the bus
Explanation: You must yield to a municipal bus signalling to re-enter traffic from a designated bus stop. Allow it to move back into the lane.
Question 2: A novice (G1 or G2) driver accumulates 2 or more demerit points. What happens?
Correct answer: They receive a warning letter
Explanation: G1/G2 drivers with 2+ demerit points receive a warning letter. At 6 points, a second letter. At 9+, a 60-day suspension.
Question 3: What is the only way to check for vehicles in your blind spot before changing lanes?
Correct answer: Turn your head and look over your shoulder — mirrors alone cannot show you what is in your blind spot
Explanation: Turning your head to do a shoulder check is the only way to confirm your blind spot is clear — mirrors alone cannot show you what is there.
Question 4: What is the minimum distance you must park from a fire hydrant?
Correct answer: 3 metres
Explanation: You cannot park within 3 metres of a fire hydrant, 9 metres of an uncontrolled intersection, or 15 metres of a controlled intersection.
Question 5: A G2 driver who is 19 or under is in their first 6 months of G2. How many unrelated passengers aged 19 or under can they carry between midnight and 5 a.m.?
Correct answer: One
Explanation: In the first 6 months of a G2 licence, a driver aged 19 or under may carry only one passenger aged 19 or under between midnight and 5 a.m.
Question 6: Your right wheels drop off the edge of the pavement. What should you do?
Correct answer: Ease off the gas, let the vehicle slow down, and gently steer back onto the road
Explanation: If your wheels drop off the pavement, ease off the gas, let the vehicle slow, and gently steer back onto the road. Do not turn sharply.
Question 7: A G2 driver aged 19 or under has had their G2 licence for more than 6 months. How many unrelated passengers aged 19 or under may they carry between midnight and 5 a.m.?
Correct answer: Three
Explanation: After 6 months with a G2, drivers aged 19 or under may carry up to 3 passengers aged 19 or under between midnight and 5 a.m.
Question 8: How long must a G1 driver wait before taking the G2 road test, if they did not complete an approved driver education course?
Correct answer: 12 months
Explanation: Level One (G1) lasts 12 months before the driver can take the G2 road test. This is reduced to 8 months if an approved driver education course is completed.
Question 9: You are entering a roundabout. Who has the right of way?
Correct answer: Vehicles already circulating inside the roundabout
Explanation: Traffic already circulating inside a roundabout has the right of way. Yield when entering, and travel counter-clockwise.
Question 10: What must you do before changing lanes?
Correct answer: Signal, check all mirrors, and look over your shoulder for blind spots
Explanation: A safe lane change requires signalling, checking all mirrors, then looking over your shoulder to check blind spots before moving.
Question 11: Which offence carries 7 demerit points — the highest level?
Correct answer: Failing to remain at the scene of a collision, or failing to stop for police
Explanation: Failing to remain at the scene of a collision, or failing to stop for police, each carry 7 demerit points — the highest level.
Question 12: What blood alcohol level is required for a G1 or G2 driver?
Correct answer: Zero — no alcohol at all
Explanation: G1 and G2 drivers must have a blood alcohol level of exactly zero. This is stricter than the 0.05% warn-range for fully licensed drivers.
Question 13: Where is passing another vehicle prohibited?
Correct answer: Within 30 metres of a pedestrian crossover
Explanation: Passing is not permitted within 30 metres of a pedestrian crossover.
Question 14: How far from a school bus must you stop when approaching from behind with its red lights flashing?
Correct answer: At least 20 metres
Explanation: Stop at least 20 metres from a school bus with red lights flashing. First offence: $400–$2,000 fine and 6 demerit points.
Question 15: What offence earns 2 demerit points?
Correct answer: A driver failing to ensure a passenger under 16 is wearing a seatbelt
Explanation: Failing to ensure a passenger under 16 is wearing a seatbelt earns the driver 2 demerit points.
Question 16: What should you do when approaching a yellow (amber) traffic light?
Correct answer: Stop if you can do so safely; otherwise proceed with caution
Explanation: A yellow light means stop if you can do so safely. If too close to stop safely, proceed with caution — do not accelerate.
Question 17: How often must drivers aged 80 and over renew their driver's licence?
Correct answer: Every 2 years
Explanation: Drivers aged 80 and over must renew their licence every 2 years, including a vision test, record review, and group education session.
Question 18: Which of the following is illegal to do while driving in Ontario, including when stopped at a red light?
Correct answer: Manually programming a GPS device or texting on a hand-held phone
Explanation: It is illegal to manually program a GPS or use a hand-held phone while driving, even at a red light.
Question 19: What should you do if your vehicle starts to hydroplane on a wet road?
Correct answer: Ease off the accelerator, hold the steering wheel steady, and avoid hard braking — let the vehicle slow down until the tires grip the road again
Explanation: If you hydroplane, ease off the accelerator, hold the wheel steady, and avoid hard braking until the tires grip the road again.
Question 20: What is the default speed limit on roads outside cities, towns, and villages where no limit is posted?
Correct answer: 80 km/h
Explanation: On rural roads outside cities, towns, and villages with no posted sign, the default speed limit is 80 km/h.