Chapter 4-2c: Traffic Rules

The SAAQ driver knowledge test in Quebec features a comprehensive section on Traffic Rules, ensuring all drivers understand the essential laws governing the road.

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

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At night, when must you switch from high beams to low beams when approaching an oncoming vehicle?

When you can see their headlights.

Within 300 metres.

Within 50 metres.

Within 150 metres.

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During a police interception, you are obligated to:

Remain silent until your lawyer arrives.

Exit the vehicle immediately.

Answer the police officer's questions.

Provide only your name and address.

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What is required when exiting a traffic circle?

Signal your intention using your turn signals.

Honk your horn twice.

Accelerate quickly to clear the circle.

Come to a complete stop before exiting.

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What is the proper procedure to follow when yielding to an emergency vehicle?

Follow closely behind it.

Make a U-turn to go the other way.

Keep as far to the right as possible and stop if necessary.

Pull into the middle of an intersection.

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Who has the right of way when you are entering a traffic circle?

The vehicle approaching from the right.

The largest vehicle.

The vehicle that arrives first.

Drivers who are already travelling in the circle.

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After you have been pulled over by a police officer and stopped, where should you place your hands?

On the steering wheel so they are visible.

Out the window.

In your lap.

On the dashboard.

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When making a left turn at an intersection, who are you required to yield to?

Any oncoming vehicle.

Vehicles behind you.

Pedestrians on the sidewalk.

Vehicles turning right.

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At a flashing red light, drivers must:

Stop and yield the right of way.

Slow down and proceed with caution.

Stop and wait for it to turn green.

Treat it as a green light.

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In what direction does traffic flow in a traffic circle?

Counterclockwise

Clockwise

Both directions are allowed

In the direction indicated by the first car to enter

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What should you do as you approach a traffic circle?

Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop.

Honk to signal your entry.

Increase your speed to merge smoothly.

Maintain your current speed.

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A driver can pass a group of cyclists on a road with two or more lanes in each direction if they:

Stay in the same lane but give them space.

Honk first to warn the cyclists.

Speed up to pass them quickly.

Slow down and move to the other lane in the same direction.

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What is the correct procedure when entering a public roadway from private property?

Assume you have the right of way.

Signal your intentions and yield to all traffic and pedestrians.

Wait for a gap and then proceed without signalling.

Accelerate quickly to merge with traffic.

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Drivers must yield the right of way to pedestrians crossing at an intersection with:

A green light or a pedestrian light.

No traffic lights.

A yellow light.

A red light.

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When following another vehicle at night, you should switch to low beams when you are within:

200 metres of the vehicle ahead.

150 metres of the vehicle ahead.

250 metres of the vehicle ahead.

100 metres of the vehicle ahead.

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When is it acceptable to use your high beams?

When a roadway is sufficiently well lit.

When you are within 150 metres of an oncoming car.

In heavy fog during the day.

At night on a poorly lit road when no other cars are near.

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According to the handbook, turning right on a red light is:

Allowed only on the island of Montréal.

Mandatory if the way is clear.

Prohibited at all times.

Not mandatory and should only be done if safe.

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Before changing lanes, you must indicate your intentions using your turn-signal lights:

Continuously over a sufficient distance.

Only if there are other cars nearby.

By flashing them once or twice.

Only at night.

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For which of the following reasons should you use your vehicle's hazard lights?

Parking in a no-parking zone for a short time.

A broken-down vehicle on the roadway at night.

To thank another driver.

Driving in heavy rain.

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At an all-way stop, who has the right of way?

The vehicle that is largest in size.

The vehicle traveling on the main road.

The vehicle on the right.

The vehicle that reaches the intersection before others.

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What is the first thing you should do when an emergency vehicle with flashing lights and/or a siren approaches?

Follow the vehicle to see where the emergency is.

Speed up to get out of the way.

Stop immediately, wherever you are.

Reduce your speed.

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If an interception by a police vehicle takes place at night, what should you expect?

You will be asked to follow them to the police station.

The officer will turn off all their lights for safety.

The officer may point a flashlight at you and inside the vehicle.

The officer will ask you to exit the vehicle immediately.

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At an intersection with a stop sign for only your roadway, you must yield to:

Only vehicles that are turning.

Any vehicle on the other roadway in or near the intersection.

Any vehicle that stops after you.

Only vehicles coming from your left.

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What is the first step a motorist must take to safely turn right at a red light?

Check for a prohibiting sign.

Come to a complete stop at the stop line.

Look left and right.

Yield the right of way to pedestrians.

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What should you do when you see a pedestrian waiting at a pedestrian crosswalk?

Yield the right of way to them.

Honk to let them know it's not safe to cross.

Wave them across the street.

Slow down but continue driving.

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On a road with one lane of traffic in each direction, what must a driver do when approaching a group of cyclists?

Follow them closely until they turn.

Pass them quickly.

Not pass them, unless authorized by a peace officer.

Honk to make them move over.

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Which of these is NOT listed as a way a pedestrian signals their intention to cross at a crosswalk?

Gesturing with their hand.

Waving a brightly colored flag.

Waiting at the crosswalk.

Making eye contact with the driver.

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If a police vehicle signals for you to pull over, what is the first step you should take?

Stop immediately in your lane.

Activate your turn signals.

Call your lawyer.

Look for the nearest parking lot.

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Passing other vehicles in a traffic circle is:

Encouraged to maintain traffic flow.

Only allowed in multi-lane traffic circles.

Not allowed unless in an emergency.

Allowed if done carefully.

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When turning right on a red light, it is important to be extra careful in the presence of:

Motorcyclists only.

Large trucks and buses.

Children, the elderly, or people with reduced mobility.

Luxury vehicles.

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When turning right on red, to whom must you yield the right of way?

Only vehicles approaching from the left.

Only pedestrians who have a green light.

Any vehicle that is also waiting at the red light.

Pedestrians and cyclists in or about to enter the intersection.

Your score is

This section evaluates knowledge of road signs, traffic signals, right-of-way, and lane discipline. Test-takers must also know proper procedures for safe passing, turning, and parking. Questions may address speed limits, school zones, and penalties for infractions. A strong grasp of these rules is necessary to pass the test and promote road safety. Mastery of traffic rules helps new drivers navigate Quebec’s roads confidently, legally, and responsibly, contributing to safer communities for everyone.