Driving Test Questions 361
What is the purpose of reflective road studs (cat’s eyes)?
A. Decoration
B. To guide drivers at night or in poor visibility
C. To mark parking areas
D. To reduce noise
What should you do if you are blinded by oncoming headlights at night?
A. Look directly at the lights
B. Look towards the left edge of your lane and slow down
C. Close your eyes briefly
D. Flash your lights repeatedly
What should you do if your vehicle begins to overheat?
A. Continue driving
B. Stop safely and allow the engine to cool
C. Pour cold water immediately
D. Accelerate to cool engine
What is the correct way to use mirrors when changing lanes?
A. Signal and move immediately
B. Check mirrors, signal, check blind spot, then change lanes
C. Change lanes then signal
D. Look over shoulder only
What is the main cause of most road accidents?
A. Mechanical failure only
B. Human error such as speeding, distraction, or poor judgment
C. Weather alone
D. Road signs
What should you do when you hear a siren but cannot see the emergency vehicle?
A. Ignore
B. Slow down and check mirrors to locate it before reacting
C. Stop immediately in the middle of the road
D. Accelerate
What is the safest way to park on a hill facing uphill?
A. Leave wheels straight
B. Turn wheels away from the curb and apply handbrake
C. Turn wheels toward curb only
D. Leave in neutral
What should you do when driving through deep water?
A. Accelerate quickly
B. Drive slowly and steadily to avoid water entering the engine
C. Stop in the water
D. Shift to neutral
What is the function of a speed governor in commercial vehicles?
A. Increase engine power
B. Limit the maximum speed of the vehicle for safety
C. Improve sound system
D. Reduce tire pressure
What should you do when approaching a bend with limited visibility?
A. Overtake quickly
B. Reduce speed and keep to your lane
C. Sound horn continuously
D. Accelerate through
What should you do if your vehicle breaks down on a busy road?
A. Leave it where it stops
B. Move it to the side and place warning triangles
C. Stand behind it
D. Turn off all lights
What is the main purpose of traffic signs?
A. Decoration
B. To regulate, warn, and guide road users
C. To advertise services
D. To mark property boundaries
What should you do when approaching livestock on the road?
A. Honk loudly
B. Slow down and pass carefully without startling animals
C. Accelerate
D. Flash lights continuously
What is the legal blood alcohol limit for drivers in Kenya?
A. Any amount allowed
B. Driving under the influence is illegal beyond prescribed limits and may lead to arrest
C. Only applies to commercial drivers
D. Applies only at night
What should you do when reversing out of a driveway into a road?
A. Reverse quickly
B. Check carefully for pedestrians and vehicles before moving
C. Sound horn and go
D. Assume road is clear
What should you do if your headlights fail at night?
A. Continue slowly
B. Pull off the road and repair them before continuing
C. Use hazard lights only
D. Follow another vehicle closely
What is the purpose of a vehicle’s suspension system?
A. To increase speed
B. To absorb shocks and maintain tire contact with the road
C. To reduce fuel consumption
D. To improve horn sound
What should you do when approaching a traffic officer signaling you to stop?
A. Ignore if in a hurry
B. Slow down and stop safely as directed
C. Accelerate
D. Honk
What should you do when you see a flashing amber traffic light at an intersection?
A. Treat it as green
B. Proceed with caution and give way where necessary
C. Stop permanently
D. Ignore it
What should you do if you miss your exit on a highway?
A. Reverse
B. Continue to the next exit and return safely
C. Make a U-turn immediately
D. Stop in the lane
What is the correct way to hold the steering wheel?
A. One hand only
B. Both hands in a balanced position for maximum control
C. At the bottom only
D. Crossed arms
What should you do when driving in fog?
A. Use high beams
B. Use low beams or fog lights and reduce speed
C. Accelerate
D. Turn off lights
What should you do when approaching a railway crossing without barriers?
A. Drive across quickly
B. Slow down, look both ways, and proceed only if safe
C. Honk continuously
D. Stop on the tracks
What should you do when overtaking a cyclist?
A. Pass closely
B. Leave sufficient space and overtake only when safe
C. Honk continuously
D. Accelerate aggressively
What should you do if your steering wheel vibrates excessively while driving?
A. Ignore
B. Slow down and have the vehicle inspected for mechanical issues
C. Accelerate
D. Turn sharply
What is the purpose of the vehicle exhaust system?
A. To cool the engine
B. To channel exhaust gases safely away from the engine and passengers
C. To increase speed
D. To improve steering
What should you do when you see road markings forming a solid white line?
A. Overtake carefully
B. Do not cross or overtake unless absolutely necessary and safe
C. Ignore
D. Drive in the middle
What should you do if you are the first to arrive at an accident scene?
A. Drive away
B. Secure the scene, assist injured persons, and call emergency services
C. Take photos only
D. Move vehicles immediately
What should you do when approaching a bus pulling away from a stop?
A. Accelerate to pass
B. Slow down and allow it to merge safely into traffic
C. Honk continuously
D. Block it
What is the purpose of seat belts?
A. Decoration
B. To restrain occupants and reduce injury in a collision
C. To improve comfort
D. To increase speed