Ireland Driver Theory Test (Car, Category B) Practice Test
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- 1. Traffic Signs & Road Markings
In Ireland, warning signs are usually:
- a.Diamond-shaped with an amber/yellow background and black symbol
- b.Red triangles
- c.Blue circles
- d.Green rectangles
Answer: a
Explanation: Irish warning signs are diamond-shaped with an amber background and black symbol, alerting you to a hazard ahead. (RSA Rules of the Road, traffic signs)
- 2. Traffic Signs & Road Markings
At a red octagonal STOP sign you must:
- a.Slow down only
- b.Come to a complete stop and yield before proceeding
- c.Stop only if other traffic is present
- d.Sound your horn and continue
Answer: b
Explanation: A STOP sign requires a full stop behind the line and yielding before you move off. (RSA Rules of the Road)
- 3. Rules of the Road & Right of Way
When entering a roundabout in Ireland, you give way to:
- a.Traffic approaching from your left
- b.No one; you have priority
- c.Traffic already on the roundabout, coming from your right
- d.Pedestrians only
Answer: c
Explanation: Traffic drives on the left in Ireland, so at a roundabout you give way to traffic already on it, approaching from your right. (RSA Rules of the Road)
- 4. Rules of the Road & Right of Way
In Ireland you must normally:
- a.Drive on the right and overtake on the left
- b.Drive on the left and overtake on the right
- c.Drive on either side
- d.Drive on the right on motorways only
Answer: b
Explanation: Ireland drives on the left, and overtaking is normally done on the right. (RSA Rules of the Road)
- 5. Safe & Eco Driving
Which habit reduces fuel use and emissions?
- a.Rapid acceleration and hard braking
- b.Smooth acceleration, steady speeds and correct tyre pressure
- c.Long periods of idling
- d.Driving with under-inflated tyres
Answer: b
Explanation: Smooth, steady driving and correctly inflated tyres cut fuel consumption and emissions. (RSA Rules of the Road, eco-driving)
- 6. Speed Limits & Stopping Distances
Unless a sign says otherwise, the default speed limit in a built-up area is:
- a.30 km/h
- b.40 km/h
- c.50 km/h
- d.60 km/h
Answer: c
Explanation: The default speed limit in built-up areas is 50 km/h unless a lower limit is posted. (RSA Rules of the Road, speed limits)
- 7. Speed Limits & Stopping Distances
Since 2025, the default speed limit on a rural local road (with an 'L' road number) is:
- a.80 km/h
- b.60 km/h
- c.100 km/h
- d.50 km/h
Answer: b
Explanation: A 2025 change reduced the default speed limit on rural local roads to 60 km/h. (RSA Rules of the Road, updated speed limits)
- 8. Alcohol, Penalty Points & Vulnerable Road Users
How do Ireland's drink-driving blood-alcohol limits differ by driver?
- a.The same 80mg for everyone
- b.There is no limit for learners
- c.Learner, novice and professional drivers: 20mg per 100ml; other drivers: 50mg per 100ml
- d.100mg for all drivers
Answer: c
Explanation: Learner, novice and professional drivers have a lower 20mg limit; other drivers must stay under 50mg per 100ml of blood. (RSA Rules of the Road, alcohol)
- 9. Alcohol, Penalty Points & Vulnerable Road Users
When overtaking a cyclist, you should:
- a.Pass as close as you like
- b.Expect cyclists to use the footpath
- c.Never overtake a cyclist
- d.Leave a safe gap — at least 1 metre where the limit is 50 km/h or less, and 1.5 metres above 50 km/h
Answer: d
Explanation: RSA guidance recommends leaving at least 1 metre where the limit is 50 km/h or less and 1.5 metres above that; overtaking a cyclist too closely is a penalty-point offence (it is not a fixed statutory distance). (RSA Rules of the Road)
- 10. The Driver & The Vehicle
To drive legally on a public road in Ireland, you generally need:
- a.A valid licence or learner permit, motor insurance, motor tax and, where due, a valid NCT certificate
- b.Only a driving licence
- c.Only motor insurance
- d.No documents are required
Answer: a
Explanation: You must hold a valid licence/permit and have insurance, motor tax and a current NCT (roadworthiness test) where applicable. (RSA Rules of the Road, documents)