NOVA SCOTIA TRAFFIC RULES 05

Nova Scotia has some unique traffic and road rules that drivers should be aware of before getting behind the wheel. One important rule to note is that drivers must yield to pedestrians at all times, even when there is no marked crosswalk.

Traffic Rules Test 05

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When the traffic signal light facing you is red, and you intend to go straight through the intersection, what must you do first?

Stop, give pedestrians the right-of-way, and then proceed with caution

Stop, proceed when the way is clear

Stop, wait until the light changes to green and the intersection is clear before moving through it

Slow down, proceed when the way is clear

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A flashing red beacon above an intersection means:

Slow down and drive with increased caution

Signal light is out of order, proceed with caution

You must come to a complete stop. Move through the intersection only when it is safe to do so

Slow down and if necessary yield right-of-way to cars approaching from the left or right

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On a roadway where traffic is moving in both directions, in what position must you be before making a left turn?

Close to the left side of the roadway

Close to the right-hand side of the roadway

Does not matter provided you signal

Immediately to the right of the centerline of the roadway

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If a traffic signal changes while a pedestrian is still on the street, which has the right-of-way?

Pedestrian

Motorists coming from his left

Motorists coming from his right

Motorists making turn

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Upon approaching a stop sign, what does the law require you to do before entering an intersection?

Stop, sound horn, then proceed

Stop, and when it is safe to do so, proceed

Slow down and if way is clear, proceed

Slow down, sound horn and proceed

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The driver of a motor vehicle is not permitted to carry, in a house or boat trailer...?

Firearms

Persons

Flammable materials

Pets

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Which of the following has the right-of-way over all others at an intersection when the light is green?

Vehicles turning right

Pedestrians crossing with the light

Vehicles turning left

Pedestrians crossing against the light

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When parking facing downhill:

Turn you front wheels to the left and set your parking brake

Leave your front wheels parallel to the curb

Turn your front wheels towards the curb or right shoulder

Set your parking brake only

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Never change lanes without:

Signaling and decreasing speed

Checking the rear view mirror

Signaling, checking the rear view mirror and checking blind spots

Blowing your horn and providing the appropriate hand signal

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A solid line at the left of your lane means:

Pass at your discretion

Overtake and pass with caution

It is unsafe to pass

Pass only when no traffic is sight

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In what traffic lane should you drive when you intend to make a right-hand turn?

Close to the right side of the roadway

Close to the left side of the roadway

The lane approaching from the left

Close to the centre line of the roadway

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When a right turn against a red signal light is permitted, what does the law require you to do before entering the intersection and turning?

You may turn right on a red light only after coming to a complete stop and waiting until the way is clear

Slow down proceed with caution

Slow down, signal and turn

Stop, then edge into traffic

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Pedestrians have the right-of-way at both marked and unmarked crosswalks.

False

True

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The best way to stop quickly on a wet or icy roadway is to:

Brake, if wheels lock then release pressure until you come to a stop

Keep foot off brake and let the vehicle slow and stop automatically

Apply brakes the same way you always do

Put brakes on hard and try to prevent vehicle from skidding

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When may you lend your driver's license?

For identification purpose only

In case of emergencies

To another person who is learning to drive

Never

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What you cannot see in your vehicle's rear and side view mirrors is said to be in your

Dark area

Blind spot

Safe zone

Danger zone

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If a tire blows out:

Keep foot on brake and steer to left

Keep foot on brake and steer to right

Apply heavy braking

Take your foot off the gas pedal to slow down and steer the vehicle firmly in the direction you want to go

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On approaching an intersection where a traffic signal light is red, and a policeman motions you to go through, you should:

Stop to make sure he wants you to go through

Call the policeman's attention to the red light

Wait for the light to turns green

Obey the policeman's signal and proceed

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During poor weather conditions such as rain, snow, smoke and fog, use your headlights on

Do not turn on headlights

Does not matter

High beam

Low beam

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The most important part of driving a curve or corner is to:

Completely stop before you get to it

Slow down before you get to it

Speed up before you get to it

Do nothing

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When on streets designed for two-way traffic, what does the law require you to do if you hear the siren of an emergency vehicle?

Speed up and get out of the way

Continue at same speed

Signal the driver to pass

Pull to the right as far as possible and stop

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When entering a freeway, you should

Slow down, and then enter freeway at a sharp angle

Drive slowly and be prepared to stop for freeway traffic

Signal and increase your speed to merge smoothly with traffic

Stop on acceleration lane, wait for an opening, and then enter the freeway rapidly.

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Most skids are the result of driver error. Skids may occur when you: (Choose 3)

Driving too slow

Brake too hard

Driving too fast

Accelerate too fast

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Under all conditions, you should drive at a speed that will allow you to:

Stop within 150 m

Stop within 90 m

Stop within a safe distance

Stop within 60 m

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Before moving from a parked position:

Signal and pull from the curb

Sound you horn and pull from the curb slowly

Check other traffic, signal and pull from curb quickly

Always signal and check for traffic, pulling out only when it is safe to do so

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A red signal light with a green arrow is shown at an intersection indicates:

Stop and wait for green signal before making turn in the direction of the arrow

Stop and then proceed

Proceed with caution in the direction of arrow

The green arrow is a signal for pedestrians only

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A flashing green light at the intersection where turns to the left and right are permitted indicates? (Choose 3)

You must stop

You may turn to the right if the way is clear

You may proceed straight through if the way is clear

You may turn to the left if the way is clear

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A flashing yellow beacon above an intersection:

Stop if making left turn

Continue at same speed

Warns you to drive with caution

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If your vehicle becomes disabled on the highway, you should:

Get out and walk to get help

Blowing your horn and ask for help

Get out and try to wave highway traffic around your vehicle

Pull over, enable your emergency flashers and wait for help

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In what position on the roadway must you be before marking a left turn from a one-way traffic street?

Does not matter provided you signal

Close to the left side of the roadway

Close to the center line of the roadway

Close to the right hand side of the roadway

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Nova Scotia has a graduated driver licensing system that requires new drivers to obtain a learner’s permit for a minimum of 9 months before getting a full license. The province also has strict laws against handheld device use while driving, with fines of up to $579 for a first offense. Speeding fines start at $233 for going just 1-15 km/h over the speed limit, making it important always to obey posted speed limits. Lastly, Nova Scotia is known for its winding, often narrow roads, and drivers should always exercise caution, especially in rural areas where wildlife crossings are common. Understanding and following these rules can help keep drivers, pedestrians, and the environment safe on Nova Scotia’s roads.

This online practice test, with multiple choice questions, is intended to help you prepare for the Nova Scotia Class 7 Driving Test required before you can get your driver’s license. This free practice written driving test is a lesson that is essential for getting your Nova Scotia driver’s license at your local licensing office. Please note, however, that this is not the actual test, and you will not receive your license if you pass this practice test. It is all FREE!