Section 11a: Driving at night and in bad weather

The free Ontario driving practice test includes a vital section called “Driving at night and in bad weather.” This part helps new drivers learn how to adjust to reduced visibility, slippery roads, and challenging conditions.

Ontario Driving Test - Section 11a: Driving at night and in bad weather

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If fog becomes too dense to continue driving, what should you do?

Stop in your lane with your hazard lights on.

Pull completely off the road into a safe area.

Turn off all your lights to save battery.

Speed up to get through the fog patch quickly.

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What is a primary defense against hydroplaning?

Using cruise control.

Turning the air conditioning on.

Driving in the center of the lane.

Having good tires with deep tread and slowing down.

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What is the best course of action if a fog warning is issued before your trip?

Drive very close to the car in front of you.

Start your trip earlier than planned.

Use your high-beam headlights.

Delay your trip until the fog clears.

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Why should you increase your following distance in the rain?

To give yourself more room to stop and avoid spray from the vehicle ahead.

To see if the vehicle behind you is too close.

To save fuel.

To allow the road to dry in front of you.

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What is a key 'REMEMBER' point for driving in fog?

It is safest to stop on the road if you can't see.

High-beam lights are most effective.

Watch your speed as you may be going faster than you think.

You are likely going slower than you think.

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On country roads at night, when should you switch to low beams even if you don't see another car?

When you come to a curve or hilltop.

When you feel tired.

When you are on a straight section of road.

Every five minutes as a precaution.

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Within how many metres of an oncoming vehicle should you switch to your low-beam headlights?

200 metres

60 metres

100 metres

150 metres

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When are road surfaces most slippery during a rainfall?

When the sun comes out after the rain.

As the first drops of rain fall.

After it has been raining for an hour.

Immediately after the rain stops.

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What is a potential consequence of splashing through a puddle mentioned in the text?

It can cause your engine to stall.

It can recharge your car's battery.

It can improve your tire grip.

It can polish your car's paint.

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Besides rain, what other weather condition mentioned requires you to slow down due to reduced visibility?

Extreme heat

Strong winds

High humidity

Snow or fog

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When driving in fog, what part of the road should you use as a guide?

The left edge of the road.

The right edge of the road.

The centre line.

The tracks of the car in front of you.

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What is glare defined as in the text?

The normal brightness of the sun.

A problem that only occurs at night.

A reflection from your dashboard.

Dazzling light that makes it hard to see.

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If you pull off the road in dense fog, which lights should be on?

Only your emergency flashers.

Only your high-beam headlights.

Both your emergency flashers and low-beam headlights.

No lights should be on.

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What does it mean to 'overdrive your headlights'?

Forgetting to turn on your headlights at dusk.

Going so fast that your stopping distance is farther than you can see with your headlights.

Driving with your high beams on in the city.

Using headlights that are too bright for road conditions.

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What is one of the recommended actions for dealing with distractions while driving in fog?

Talk to a passenger about the fog.

Turn up the radio to stay alert.

Turn off your cell phone.

Focus only on the car directly in front.

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Why should you use low-beam headlights instead of high beams in fog?

High beams use too much battery power.

High beams reflect off the moisture droplets, making it harder to see.

It is illegal to use high beams in the fog.

Low beams are brighter in foggy conditions.

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When meeting an oncoming vehicle with bright headlights at night, where should you look?

Directly at the oncoming lights.

Up and beyond and slightly to the right of the oncoming lights.

At your rearview mirror.

Down at the centre line of the road.

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According to the text, what can mislead you into believing you can see farther than you really can at night?

Reflective road signs

Streetlights

The moon

The headlights of other cars

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Why should you avoid driving through puddles?

The water is always deeper than it looks.

It can make your car look dirty.

It can clean your tires too much.

A puddle can hide a large pothole.

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What should you do to maximize your vision in rain or fog?

Use your sun visor.

Keep your interior lights on.

Open your windows slightly.

Keep windows and mirrors clean using your defroster and wipers.

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If a vehicle is following you too closely in the fog, what should you NOT do?

Speed up to get away from them.

Maintain a steady, slow speed.

Tap your brakes gently as a warning.

Pull over when it is safe to do so.

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What should you NOT do when driving in fog?

Slow down gradually.

Stop on the travelled portion of the road.

Increase your following distance.

Use your defroster and wipers.

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What is 'hydroplaning'?

When your brakes get wet and become less effective.

When your tires ride on top of water, losing contact with the road.

When your windshield wipers fail during heavy rain.

When your engine stalls from driving through a deep puddle.

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When following another vehicle, you should use your low-beam headlights if you are within:

150 metres

100 metres

60 metres

200 metres

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What should you do when you enter a tunnel on a bright day?

Speed up to get through it quickly.

Honk your horn to alert other drivers.

Keep your sunglasses on to reduce glare.

Slow down, remove sunglasses, and turn on your headlights.

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Practice questions focus on using headlights correctly, increasing following distance, and recognizing hazards like fog, rain, or snow. By working through this section, you’ll gain the skills to drive safely after dark or during storms. Consistent practice ensures you’re prepared for the official test and ready to handle Ontario’s unpredictable weather, keeping yourself and others safe on the road.