Chapter 4-4: Pavement markings

The “Pavement Markings” section of the Ontario truck driver knowledge test evaluates a driver’s understanding of the lines and symbols painted on road surfaces.

Ontario Truck Driver Test - Chapter 4-4: Pavement markings

1 / 10

A white arrow painted on a traffic lane means you:

May move only in the direction of the arrow

Must stop before proceeding

May move in any direction if traffic is light

May use the lane for parking only

2 / 10

A pedestrian crossover is identified by:

A painted crosswalk with no additional markings or lights

Two white double parallel lines across the road, an X in each lane approaching, and overhead yellow lights

A single broken white line and a stop sign

Yellow curbs and no pavement markings

3 / 10

A broken line on the left side of your lane means you:

May pass only when following a bicycle

May pass only when there is oncoming traffic

Must not pass under any circumstances

May pass if the way is clear

4 / 10

A crosswalk is usually marked by:

Zigzag yellow lines on the shoulder

A series of arrows pointing toward the curb

Two parallel white lines painted across the road

A single yellow line across the road

5 / 10

If there is no stop line and no crosswalk, but there is a sidewalk, you must stop:

In the middle of the intersection

Halfway into the intersection

At the edge of the sidewalk

Before entering the parking lot

6 / 10

If there is no stop line at an intersection but there is a marked or unmarked crosswalk, you must stop:

At the crosswalk

Past the crosswalk, near the centre of the intersection

Anywhere before the traffic light

In the middle of the intersection

7 / 10

Continuity lines that are wider and closer together on your left side generally mean:

Your lane will continue unaffected

You must stop immediately

You are entering a school zone

Your lane is ending or exiting and you must change lanes to continue

8 / 10

A stop line is:

Two parallel white lines marking where pedestrians must stop

A single white line painted across the road at an intersection showing where you must stop

A set of arrows showing turning directions

A broken yellow line indicating a passing zone

9 / 10

Yellow pavement lines separate:

Turning lanes from through lanes

Traffic travelling in opposite directions

Traffic travelling in the same direction

Pedestrian areas from vehicle lanes

10 / 10

Two solid lines painted on the pavement near fixed objects such as bridge piers or concrete islands are used to:

Mark a pedestrian-only lane

Show where you must make a U-turn

Guide traffic away from the objects

Indicate a passing zone

Your score is

Truck drivers must recognize solid and broken lines, lane dividers, arrows, and special markings for crosswalks, bus lanes, and turning lanes. Knowing the meaning of these markings is essential for maintaining safe lane discipline, proper passing, and legal turns. This section may also include markings indicating parking restrictions or no-passing zones. Mastery of pavement markings helps drivers follow traffic rules, avoid collisions, and ensure smooth traffic flow. Studying the MTO Truck Handbook is highly recommended.