Chapter 5-7: Grid, municipal and resource access roads

The “Grid, Municipal, and Resource Access Roads” section of the Saskatchewan Driving Test covers driving on rural and less-developed roads.

Saskatchewan Driving Test - Chapter 5-7: Grid, municipal and resource access roads

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How should the posted speed limit on these non-provincial roads be regarded?

As a suggested speed you may exceed

As a maximum under ideal conditions

As a minimum speed you must maintain

As irrelevant if the road looks clear

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What is a recommended safety practice when meeting large trucks or farm equipment on gravel roads?

Slow down, pull as far to the right as possible, and be prepared to stop

Turn off your headlights to reduce glare

Speed up to pass quickly through the dust

Stay in the centre of the road to avoid loose gravel

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How do dry gravel surfaces affect visibility?

They only affect visibility at night

They eliminate glare and improve visibility

They create dust clouds that make meeting and passing dangerous

They prevent dust, so visibility is always good

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What happens when there is very little gravel and you are effectively driving on dirt?

The speed limit automatically increases

Traction greatly improves in all weather

The surface becomes very rough but not slippery

The surface becomes very slippery when wet

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Which of the following is a common characteristic of grid, municipal and resource access roads compared to provincial highways?

More designed safety features for high speeds

Longer sight distances and wider shoulders

Fewer T-intersections and more passing lanes

Shorter sight distances and sharper curves

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What is the default speed limit on grid, municipal and resource access roads when no speed limit is posted, under ideal conditions?

60 km/h

90 km/h

80 km/h

100 km/h

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Why can gravel surfaces be difficult to drive on around curves?

Gravel is always flat and provides too much traction

Gravel eliminates the need to slow down

Gravel may be deep and loose, making steering difficult

Gravel prevents any dust from forming

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How should you handle the steering wheel when driving in deep gravel?

Hold it loosely and let it move freely

Make constant, large corrections to stay perfectly straight

Grasp it firmly and expect some wandering

Lock it in one position and avoid any corrections

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What types of vehicles and hazards are you more likely to encounter on these roads than on provincial highways?

Only emergency vehicles

Only bicycles and pedestrians

Only fast-moving commercial trucks

Slow-moving farm vehicles, livestock and wildlife

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When exiting from a provincial highway onto a gravel road, what should you do?

Immediately stop and wait for another vehicle

Speed up to stay in the centre of the road

Maintain your highway speed to clear dust quickly

Slow down and drive at a speed suited to conditions

Your score is

This section evaluates your ability to manage gravel surfaces, narrow lanes, and variable road conditions commonly found on grid and resource access roads. Drivers must demonstrate safe speeds, proper following distances, and alertness to slow-moving vehicles, farm equipment, or wildlife. The test also considers how to handle blind intersections and limited visibility. Mastery of this section ensures drivers are prepared for the unique challenges of Saskatchewan’s rural network, promoting safety and confidence when traveling beyond urban areas or on resource roads.