Quebec SAAQ Knowledge Test (Class 5) — All Questions

In Quebec, what must you do when you reach a red, eight-sided (octagonal) STOP sign?

• a.Slow down and roll through if the way looks clear
• b.Come to a complete stop, then go when it is safe✓
• c.Stop only when another vehicle is present
• d.Yield but keep moving

A STOP sign requires a full stop at the line or intersection; you may proceed once the way is clear. (SAAQ, Driving a Passenger Vehicle)

A yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black symbol usually tells you:

• a.A parking rule
• b.A destination and distance
• c.There is a hazard or a change in road conditions ahead✓
• d.The road is closed

Diamond-shaped yellow signs are warning signs; they alert you to hazards or changing conditions so you can slow and prepare. (SAAQ)

In Quebec, a flashing green traffic light at an intersection means:

• a.You have an advance (protected) left turn before oncoming traffic gets a green✓
• b.Stop, then proceed like a stop sign
• c.The light is out of service
• d.Pedestrians control the light

In Quebec a flashing green light gives you an advance green: you may turn left or go straight because oncoming traffic is still stopped. (SAAQ)

A sign shaped like an upside-down (inverted) triangle means:

• a.Stop and remain stopped
• b.No entry
• c.Speed limit ahead
• d.Yield the right of way to other traffic and pedestrians✓

The inverted triangle is a YIELD sign: slow down, give way to traffic and pedestrians, and stop if necessary before proceeding. (SAAQ)

A single solid yellow line down the centre of a two-way road tells you:

• a.Passing is always allowed here
• b.The line separates traffic moving in opposite directions✓
• c.This is a one-way street
• d.You may park along the line

Yellow centre lines separate traffic travelling in opposite directions; you may cross a broken yellow line to pass only when it is safe and legal. (SAAQ)

Where is turning right on a red light NOT permitted in Quebec, even after a full stop?

• a.On all provincial highways
• b.Anywhere it is raining
• c.On the Island of Montreal, and wherever a sign prohibits it✓
• d.In any city over 50,000 people

Right turn on red is allowed in Quebec after a complete stop, EXCEPT on the Island of Montreal and wherever a sign forbids it. (SAAQ)

At an intersection with no signs or lights where two vehicles arrive at about the same time, who has the right of way?

• a.The vehicle on the right✓
• b.The larger vehicle
• c.The vehicle on the left
• d.Whoever accelerates first

At an uncontrolled intersection you must yield to the vehicle approaching from your right. (SAAQ)

You are turning left at an intersection with a green light. You must:

• a.Turn immediately because you have the light
• b.Yield to oncoming traffic and to pedestrians before turning✓
• c.Sound your horn and turn
• d.Wait for a red light to turn

On a solid green, a left-turning driver must yield to oncoming vehicles going straight or turning right and to pedestrians crossing. (SAAQ)

As you approach a roundabout (traffic circle), you should:

• a.Speed up to merge quickly
• b.Stop fully before entering, even if empty
• c.Enter to the left and go clockwise
• d.Yield to traffic already in the roundabout and enter when there is a safe gap✓

Traffic already circulating has the right of way; wait for a safe gap, enter to the right, and signal when you exit. (SAAQ)

A school bus ahead has its red lights flashing and its stop arm out on an undivided road. You must:

• a.Stop, whether you are behind it or meeting it, until the lights stop flashing✓
• b.Pass slowly on the left
• c.Stop only if you are directly behind the bus
• d.Sound your horn and continue

On an undivided road all traffic in both directions must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights; passing carries heavy fines and demerit points. (SAAQ)

In good conditions, what is a safe minimum following distance behind the vehicle ahead?

• a.Half a second
• b.One car length
• c.At least a two-second gap✓
• d.You do not need any set gap

Use at least a two-second gap in good conditions and increase it in rain, snow, or fog so you have time to react and stop. (SAAQ)

When passing a cyclist where the speed limit is 50 km/h or less, Quebec law requires you to leave a clearance of at least:

• a.0.3 metres
• b.1 metre✓
• c.3 metres
• d.No set distance

Quebec requires at least 1 metre of space when passing a cyclist where the limit is 50 km/h or lower, and 1.5 metres where it is over 50 km/h. (SAAQ)

An emergency vehicle is approaching with its siren and flashing lights. You should:

• a.Speed up to get out of the area
• b.Stop immediately in your lane
• c.Ignore it if you are on a one-way street
• d.Pull to the right when safe and stop until it passes✓

Move to the right edge of the road and stop, clearing the way; wait until the emergency vehicle has passed before continuing. (SAAQ)

Before changing lanes on the highway, you should:

• a.Signal, check mirrors, and glance over your shoulder to check the blind spot✓
• b.Rely only on the rear-view mirror
• c.Change quickly without signalling
• d.Close your window to hear better

Mirrors do not show the blind spot, so always signal and do a shoulder check before moving over. (SAAQ)

Unless a sign says otherwise, the default speed limit in a Quebec urban (built-up) area is:

• a.30 km/h
• b.50 km/h✓
• c.70 km/h
• d.90 km/h

The default limit in cities and towns is 50 km/h unless signs post something else. (SAAQ)

On a Quebec autoroute (freeway), the maximum posted speed limit is generally:

• a.80 km/h
• b.90 km/h
• c.100 km/h✓
• d.120 km/h

The maximum limit on Quebec autoroutes is 100 km/h; you must still drive to conditions and never exceed the posted limit. (SAAQ)

Between December 1 and March 15, passenger vehicles registered in Quebec must:

• a.Carry tire chains at all times
• b.Use summer tires only
• c.Remove all-season tires
• d.Be equipped with winter tires✓

Quebec law requires winter tires on passenger vehicles from December 1 to March 15 for better grip on snow and ice. (SAAQ)

When the road is wet and you feel the steering go light as the tires ride on water (hydroplaning), you should:

• a.Ease off the accelerator and hold the wheel steady without braking hard✓
• b.Brake hard and steer sharply
• c.Accelerate to regain grip
• d.Turn on the high beams

Reduce speed gradually, avoid hard braking or steering, and let the tires regain contact with the road. (SAAQ)

In Quebec, which drivers must always have a blood alcohol level of zero (0 mg)?

• a.Only commercial truck drivers
• b.Only drivers over 65
• c.Drivers 21 or under, and new drivers holding a learner's or probationary licence✓
• d.No one, as long as they are under 80 mg

Zero alcohol is required for drivers 21 and under and for learner or probationary licence holders; the general criminal limit is 80 mg. (SAAQ)

For a fully licensed adult driver in Quebec, the general legal blood alcohol limit is:

• a.50 mg per 100 ml of blood
• b.80 mg per 100 ml of blood (0.08)✓
• c.100 mg per 100 ml of blood
• d.There is no limit

The general criminal limit is 80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood (0.08); new and young drivers must be at zero. (SAAQ)

In Quebec's demerit-point system, what happens as you collect demerit points for traffic offences?

• a.Points improve your driving record
• b.Points are erased after one week
• c.Points have no effect on your licence
• d.Reaching the point limit for your licence class leads to suspension of your licence✓

Demerit points are recorded for convictions; reaching the limit for your licence class results in a suspension, and new drivers have a lower threshold. (SAAQ)

Driving after using cannabis or other drugs that affect your ability is:

• a.A criminal offence, and new drivers must have zero drugs in their system✓
• b.Allowed if you feel fine
• c.Legal after 30 minutes
• d.Only a problem on highways

Drug-impaired driving is a criminal offence; learner and probationary drivers face zero tolerance for drugs as well as alcohol. (SAAQ)