Nova Scotia Knowledge Test (Class 7 Learner) — All Questions
5 questions
What must you do when you reach a red, eight-sided (octagonal) STOP sign?
- a.Come to a complete stop, then proceed when it is safe✓
- b.Slow to a crawl and continue if no one is coming
- c.Stop only if another vehicle is at the intersection
- d.Sound your horn and drive through
A STOP sign requires a full stop at the line or crosswalk, then you may go when the way is clear. (Nova Scotia Driver's Handbook, signs and signals)
A yellow, diamond-shaped sign with a black symbol usually means:
- a.A destination or route number
- b.A parking rule you must obey
- c.A warning of a hazard or change in conditions ahead✓
- d.The road is closed to all traffic
Diamond-shaped yellow signs are warning signs that alert you to hazards such as curves, intersections or merging traffic. (Nova Scotia Driver's Handbook)
A flashing red traffic light means you should:
- a.Speed up to clear the intersection
- b.Stop, then proceed when it is safe, as at a stop sign✓
- c.Keep going without slowing down
- d.Stop and wait for the light to turn green
A flashing red light has the same meaning as a stop sign: stop completely, then go when it is safe. (Nova Scotia Driver's Handbook)
A double solid yellow line down the centre of the road tells drivers that:
- a.Passing is allowed for both directions
- b.The lane is for turning only
- c.You may cross to reach a driveway at any time
- d.Passing by crossing the line is not permitted✓
A double solid yellow line separates opposing traffic and must not be crossed to pass. (Nova Scotia Driver's Handbook, pavement markings)
An orange diamond-shaped sign generally warns of:
- a.A hospital zone
- b.A scenic lookout
- c.A construction or road-work zone✓
- d.A one-way street
Orange signs mark temporary construction and maintenance zones, where you should slow down and watch for workers. (Nova Scotia Driver's Handbook)