Chapter 2-4: Driving a bus

Free Ontario bus driver practice test questions from the “Driving a Bus” section are invaluable for test preparation. 

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Ontario Bus Driver - Chapter 2-4: Driving a bus

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When you see a slow-moving vehicle sign on farm machinery, what should you do?

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Travelling as a co-driver (not in a sleeper berth) is considered:

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After at least eight consecutive hours off-duty, a driver cannot drive after how many hours have elapsed (on-duty and off-duty combined)?

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The operator must designate which of the following for the driver to follow?

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Inspecting, cleaning or repairing your vehicle is considered:

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Time spent in a sleeper berth is categorized as:

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If the bus shifts left or right while straight backing, what should you do?

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Buses are exempt from the hours-of-service rules when they are used for:

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Which of the following is one of the four duty status categories?

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When backing, what should you remember about your mirrors and blind spots?

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Ambulances, fire apparatus, hearses or casket wagons are:

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Why must drivers of hybrid vehicles be especially cautious near vision-impaired pedestrians?

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How should you position the bus for straight backing?

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Actively driving a commercial motor vehicle is classified as:

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What sign must farm machinery display on the road?

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Municipal buses are exempt from hours-of-service regulations when:

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After at least eight consecutive hours off-duty, a driver cannot drive after having been on-duty for:

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Vehicles engaged in which activity are exempt from hours-of-service regulations?

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After at least eight consecutive hours off-duty, a driver cannot drive more than:

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Why do seniors and pedestrians with disabilities need extra caution and courtesy from drivers?

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What is the easiest and safest backing manoeuvre?

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How fast do most tractors and combines travel when towing implements or wagons?

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Why should you drive slowly and cautiously in school zones and residential areas?

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People using mobility devices (motorized wheelchairs and medical scooters) are treated the same as whom?

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If there is no sidewalk, where should people using mobility devices travel?

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What does the slow-moving vehicle sign warn other drivers?

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In a day, a driver cannot drive after being on-duty for more than:

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Vehicles used by which of the following are exempt from hours-of-service requirements?

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When straight backing, how should you move the vehicle?

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How do some pedestrians who are blind or visually impaired travel safely?

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These questions focus on essential topics like safe driving techniques, handling large vehicles, making proper stops, and ensuring passenger safety. Practicing with these sample questions helps you understand Ontario traffic laws and the specific responsibilities of bus drivers. The practice questions closely resemble those on the real exam, allowing you to become familiar with the test format and pinpoint areas for improvement. Using free practice resources is an effective way to boost your knowledge, confidence, and readiness for the Ontario bus driver test.