Section 1-1a: Signs and signals

The Manitoba driving test evaluates knowledge of road signs and traffic signals to ensure drivers can navigate safely.

Manitoba Driving Test - Section 1-1a: Signs and signals

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Which shape is used exclusively for stop signs?

Square

Diamond

Octagon

Circle

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If you are already in an intersection when the traffic light turns amber, what should you do?

Continue through the intersection.

Stop immediately.

Reverse out of the intersection.

Wait for the light to turn green again.

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What is the primary meaning of an amber (yellow) traffic light?

You have the right-of-way to clear the intersection.

It is a warning that the light is going to turn red.

The light is about to turn green.

You must stop immediately, even if in the intersection.

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What is the primary purpose of signs, signals, and pavement markings?

To decorate the roadways.

To test a driver's memory skills.

To provide locations for advertising.

To indicate the rules of the road for safe movement of traffic.

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What does a transit priority signal, a white vertical bar on a black background, indicate?

Only public-transit vehicles (buses) may proceed.

It is a signal for pedestrians.

All traffic may proceed with caution.

Only taxis may proceed.

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According to the text, why are the shapes of signs important?

They indicate the speed limit.

Different shapes are used for different cities.

They help you identify the signs in poor visibility conditions.

They make the signs more aesthetically pleasing.

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How should you treat a flashing red light?

Slow down and proceed if the way is clear.

The same as a stop sign.

The same as a yield sign.

The same as a green light.

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What does a flashing amber light require you to do?

Accelerate to clear the intersection quickly.

Slow down, be prepared to stop, and yield to pedestrians.

Treat it as a regular green light.

Come to a complete stop.

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What must you do before proceeding on a green light?

Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and vehicles already in the intersection.

Proceed immediately without checking.

Wait for 5 seconds before moving.

Honk to signal you are proceeding.

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Under what circumstances are you allowed to turn right when a green left-arrow is illuminated with a red light?

If there is no oncoming traffic.

Under no circumstances.

If there is no sign prohibiting it.

Only after coming to a complete stop.

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What does the number on the square sign under a railway crossing sign indicate?

The speed limit for the crossing.

The distance to the next town.

The route number.

The number of train tracks.

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Before proceeding from a stop sign, after checking for vehicles, you must also yield to:

Drivers who signal with their headlights.

Pedestrians wanting to cross the street.

Vehicles that are more than 100 meters away.

Cyclists on the sidewalk.

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At a railway crossing, what do flashing lights and ringing bells signify?

The crossing is out of order.

A train has just passed.

An approaching train.

You may proceed with caution.

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At a stop sign where there is no stop line or sidewalk, where must you stop?

Wherever you have the best view.

Ten feet past the intersection.

In the middle of the intersection.

Just before the intersecting highway.

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What kind of information do regulatory signs provide?

Warnings of sharp curves.

Distances to cities.

Speed limits, permitted turns, and parking rules.

Locations of parks and attractions.

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What does a solid red traffic light mean?

Proceed with caution.

Stop if you can, but proceed if you are already in the intersection.

Stop in front of the crosswalk or before the sidewalk.

Slow down and prepare to stop.

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A diamond-shaped sign warns you of what?

The beginning of a new speed limit.

A slow-moving vehicle ahead.

Possible dangerous conditions on or near the roadway.

An upcoming stop sign.

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What does a steady amber arrow signal?

The green arrow is about to appear.

It is a warning that the green signal for that turn is ending.

You may proceed to turn with caution.

Oncoming traffic must stop.

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What does a crossbuck sign indicate?

A pedestrian crosswalk.

An intersection.

A railway crossing.

A school crossing.

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What is the general rule for a driver approaching an amber light?

Maintain speed and proceed through.

Stop only if a police officer is present.

Slow down and stop.

Accelerate to 'make the light'.

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What is the function of square or rectangular signs?

To regulate traffic and direct the driver.

To indicate a slow-moving vehicle.

Only to indicate school zones.

To warn of dangerous conditions.

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What is the correct action when approaching a yield sign?

Always come to a complete stop.

Honk your horn to alert other drivers.

Accelerate to merge with traffic.

Slow down, check for traffic and pedestrians, and be prepared to stop.

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What does a triangle with the tip pointing down mean?

Warning of a sharp turn.

Indicates a school zone.

Stop immediately.

You must yield the right-of-way.

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A flashing green left-arrow allows you to do what?

Proceed straight through the intersection.

Make a U-turn.

Proceed only to make a left turn.

Make any turn you wish.

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What must drivers do when they see road construction and maintenance signs?

Increase their speed to clear the area quickly.

Maintain their current speed.

Slow down to a safe speed and obey flag persons.

Turn on their hazard lights.

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What are you permitted to do at a green left-arrow shown together with a red light?

Make either a left or right turn.

Make a right turn after stopping.

Make a left turn only.

Proceed straight through the intersection.

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At a four-way stop, if two vehicles arrive at the same time, which vehicle should yield?

The vehicle on the left should yield to the vehicle on the right.

The vehicle that is turning should yield.

The larger vehicle should yield to the smaller one.

The vehicle on the right should yield to the vehicle on the left.

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A sign shaped like a triangle with its tips cut off indicates what?

A construction zone.

A four-way stop.

A railway crossing.

A slow-moving vehicle.

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What does a fluorescent yellow-green pentagon-shaped sign indicate?

A construction zone.

A school area.

A railway crossing ahead.

A hospital zone.

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A green U-turn arrow means you may proceed to make a U-turn after:

Honking your horn.

Waiting for the arrow to flash.

Coming to a full stop.

Yielding to pedestrians and other vehicles already in the intersection.

Your score is

In the “Signs and signals” section, candidates must identify and interpret various warning, regulatory, and informational signs found on Manitoba roads. Understanding stop signs, yield signs, speed limits, and traffic lights is crucial for safe driving. This section also tests responses to pedestrian signals and construction signs, which help maintain road safety. Properly recognizing and reacting to these signs is essential for passing the test and for responsible, accident-free driving in Manitoba.