Chapter 4-2b: Traffic Rules

The SAAQ driving test in Quebec includes a vital section on Traffic Rules, designed to evaluate a driver’s knowledge of the province’s regulations.

Quebec Driving Test -Chapter 4-2b: Traffic Rules

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When preparing to turn left from a two-way street, where should you position your vehicle within your lane?

On the far right side of the lane

On the far left side of the lane

In the centre of the lane

It depends on the traffic

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If another vehicle is passing you, what should you NOT do?

Slow down slightly

Move to the right side of your lane

Maintain your speed

Accelerate

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Before making a turn at an intersection, which of the following is NOT listed as a required action?

Ensure the manoeuvre can be performed safely

Make eye contact with other drivers

Yield the right of way to pedestrians

Signal your intention

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According to the text, what action is strictly forbidden when trying to pass another vehicle?

Slowing down after passing

Signaling your intention early

Passing on the right under any circumstance

Driving on the shoulder to pass

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What is the minimum required distance to leave when passing a bicycle on a road with a speed limit of 50 km/h or less?

0.5 m

1 m

2 m

1.5 m

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If you are preparing to turn but cannot move into the designated turning lane, what should you do?

Honk to ask other drivers to make room

Continue straight and turn at another intersection

Turn from your current lane

Stop and wait for an opening

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Passing is prohibited when a vehicle behind you has...

Signaled the intention to pass

Flashed its headlights

Moved closer to your vehicle

Honked its horn

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To make a left turn from a one-way road onto a two-way road, you should position your vehicle in the...

Center of the roadway

Slow lane

Far left-hand lane or a designated turning lane

Far right-hand lane

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After making a right turn, which lane should you enter?

The center lane

The far left-hand lane

Whichever lane is empty

The far right-hand lane

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Passing is also prohibited if...

There are vehicles in the left lane

You are driving a large vehicle

The vehicle ahead is driving below the speed limit

It is nighttime

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When is passing on the right NOT permitted, according to the exceptions listed?

When a vehicle is performing maintenance in the left lane

When the vehicle in front is driving 20 km/h below the speed limit

When a vehicle is heading toward a highway exit ramp from the left lane

When a vehicle is making a left turn

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When turning left from a two-way road onto a one-way road, which lane must you enter?

The center lane

The far right lane

The lane with the least traffic

The far left lane

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Weaving in and out of traffic should be avoided when driving on...

Any road with a solid line

A road in a mountainous area

A roadway with two or more lanes of one-way traffic

A road with a speed limit over 50 km/h

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In which of the following situations is passing by using a lane for oncoming traffic permitted?

In a curve

On top of a hill

When approaching a tunnel

None of the above

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What is the minimum passing distance for a pedestrian on a road with a 40 km/h speed limit?

2 m

1.5 m

0.5 m

1 m

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When making a right turn, where should you position your vehicle?

In the center of your lane

As close to the left lane as possible

On the shoulder of the road

On the far right-hand side of the roadway or in the designated lane

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When passing a bicycle on a road where the speed limit is over 50 km/h, what is the mandatory minimum distance?

It is not specified

1.5 m

1 m

1.25 m

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When turning left from a one-way road to another one-way road, you should turn into...

The far left lane of the other roadway

The far right lane of the other roadway

The lane closest to the curb

The corresponding lane you were in

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If you are in the slow lane on the right, what prevents you from re-entering the main lane?

A speed limit sign

The presence of a truck in the main lane

A broken line

A solid line

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Passing is prohibited when approaching or crossing which of the following?

A marked pedestrian crosswalk

A traffic circle

A bridge

A school zone

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When making a left turn at a large intersection with multiple vehicles turning, you must turn into the...

Lane with the least traffic

Right-hand lane of the other roadway

Lane corresponding to the one you came from

Furthest left-hand lane for your direction of travel

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What is the primary purpose of a slow lane, typically found in mountainous areas?

To be used only by trucks

To maintain traffic flow

To serve as a scenic lookout lane

To allow for emergency stops

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What is the minimum distance you must leave when passing a pedestrian walking on the roadway on a road with a speed limit over 50 km/h?

The same distance as the width of your vehicle

1.5 m

1 m

2 m

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What is the correct procedure for making a right turn at a large intersection where multiple vehicles are turning simultaneously?

Follow the vehicle in front of you into whichever lane it enters

Turn sharply and enter the right-hand lane without encroaching on other lanes

Turn into the second lane from the right to avoid other cars

Wait for all other vehicles to complete their turns first

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On a one-way road with two or more lanes, when is passing on the right permitted?

When the vehicle ahead is moving too slowly

It is never permitted

When passing a vehicle making a left turn

When you are in a hurry

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Who must use the far right-hand lane for slow-moving vehicles when signs indicate it?

Only trucks and buses

Only vehicles towing trailers

Drivers travelling slowly

Any vehicle that wishes to

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If there is not enough room to pass a cyclist safely, what should you do?

Accelerate quickly to pass before oncoming traffic arrives

Stay in your lane, reduce speed, and wait for a safe opportunity

Use the shoulder to pass

Honk to alert the cyclist to move over

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When making a left turn from a two-way road onto another two-way road, which lane should you turn into?

Any available lane

The shoulder

The far right-hand lane

The nearest lane for the direction you want to travel

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If there are two designated left-turning lanes, where should you complete your turn?

In the far left lane, regardless of your starting lane

You must merge into a single lane immediately

In the corresponding lane of the other roadway

In the far right lane of the other roadway

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When turning at an intersection, who has the right of way over your vehicle?

Vehicles that are behind you

Vehicles already in the intersection

Only vehicles coming from the right

Only vehicles that are larger than yours

Your score is

This section tests understanding of road signs, traffic lights, right-of-way rules, and lane usage. Candidates must show they can interpret markings, follow speed limits, and execute safe passing and turning maneuvers. Familiarity with parking laws and penalties for violations is also required. Mastery of these rules is essential for safe driving and successful test completion, ensuring that every new driver can operate responsibly and legally on Quebec’s diverse and busy roadways.