QuizTraffic signsAustralia

Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Australia.

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What does this traffic sign mean?

51. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for pedestrians.
✓ Warning for pedestrians.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.
Pedestrians prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for pedestrians. Pedestrians may be walking near or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully and be prepared to stop.

English • W6-3 • Children. Children may cross the road ahead. Slow down and be prepared to stop; this warning sign does not itself mark a pedestrian crossing.

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52. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory lane for trucks.
Trucks prohibited.
Parking only allowed for trucks.
✓ Lane for trucks.

This traffic sign indicates a lane for trucks. The lane is designated for trucks according to the applicable traffic signs and local rules. Other vehicle categories may use the lane only where permitted.

English • Model rule 157 • truck lane sign • Truck lane. A lane is designated for trucks. Other vehicles may use or cross it only as permitted by local law. State and territory rules and exceptions apply.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Government of Queensland • CC BY 3.0 au)
🔗 Pcc.gov.au • Australian Road Rules • model law • rules157,158; Schedule2p317
🔗 Legislation.qld.gov.au • Queensland Road Rules • local legislation example

SVG source: Government of Queensland • CC BY 3.0 au • Original revision 2012-10-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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53. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a dirt road.
✓ Warning for tractors.
Warning for a railway crossing.
Warning for trucks.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for tractors or other agricultural vehicles. Slow-moving agricultural vehicles may enter, cross or travel along the road ahead. Reduce speed and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.

English • W5-50 • Farm machinery. Slow or wide agricultural machinery may be near or on the road ahead. Approach carefully and allow extra room.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Standards Australia • CC BY 3.0 au)
🔗 Transport.nsw.gov.au • Transport for NSW • W5-50
🔗 Qld.gov.au • Queensland Government • warning-sign illustrations

SVG source: Standards Australia • CC BY 3.0 au • Original revision 2012-10-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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54. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for trams.
✓ Warning for a railway crossing without barriers.
Warning for a railway crossing with barriers.
Entry prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing without barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing where railway tracks cross the road and no barriers or gates are present to stop traffic. Drivers should slow down and look both ways for trains.

English • W7-7(R) with distance plate • Railway crossing ahead. A railway level crossing is 500 m ahead. Approach cautiously, look for trains and obey the crossing controls.

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55. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for cyclists.
✓ Cyclists prohibited.
Crossing for cyclists.
Crossing for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates that cyclists are prohibited. Cyclists may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

English • Model rule 252 • no bicycles sign • No bicycles. Bicycle riders must not ride beyond this sign on the road or path to which it applies. State and territory rules and exceptions apply.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Pcc.gov.au • Australian Road Rules • model law • rule252; Schedule2p310
🔗 Legislation.qld.gov.au • Queensland Road Rules • local legislation example

SVG source: Standards Australia derivative work: Cassowary derivative work: Fry1989 eh? • Public domain • Original revision 2015-09-03. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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56. What does this traffic sign mean?

Driving straight ahead mandatory.
Give way.
✓ Warning for a side road merging with the main road.
Warning for an uncontrolled intersection.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a side road merging with the main road. Traffic from a side road joins the traffic flow ahead. Stay alert, maintain a safe gap and adjust your speed when necessary to allow traffic to merge safely.

English • W5-34(L) • Merging traffic from the left. Traffic joins your road from the left. Watch for merging vehicles and leave space for a safe merge.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Qld.gov.au • Queensland Government • warning signs • W5-34(L)

SVG source: Government of Queensland • Public domain • Original revision 2012-10-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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57. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory lane for trams.
Warning for a railway crossing.
Trams prohibited.
✓ Warning for trams.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for trams. Tram tracks cross or run along the road ahead, and trams may enter the traffic path. Reduce speed, watch carefully for approaching trams and follow the applicable traffic signals, priority signs and local rules.

English • W5-41 • Tram. A tramway is ahead. Watch for trams and follow the applicable signals and give-way rules.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Standards Australia • CC BY 3.0 au)
🔗 Transport.nsw.gov.au • Transport for NSW • W5-41
🔗 Qld.gov.au • Queensland Government • warning-sign illustrations

SVG source: Standards Australia • CC BY 3.0 au • Original revision 2015-11-03. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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58. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for an uncontrolled intersection.
Warning for a bad road surface.
✓ Warning for a speed bump.
Dip in the road.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a speed bump. A raised traffic-calming feature lies ahead. Reduce speed before reaching it to maintain vehicle control and avoid damage or discomfort.

English • W5-10 • Road hump. A road hump is ahead. Slow down to cross it safely.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.nsw.gov.au • Transport for NSW • W5-10 road hump drawing

SVG source: Standards Australia • Public domain • Original revision 2024-09-19. Wikimedia original unmodified.

Artwork verified against Qld.gov.au • official published diagram W5-10.

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59. What does this traffic sign mean?

Children prohibited.
Mandatory path for pedestrians.
✓ Warning for children.
Crossing for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for children. Children may be present on or near the road and may cross unexpectedly. Reduce speed, scan both sides of the road carefully and be prepared to stop.

English • W6-1 family • pedestrian illustration • Pedestrians. Pedestrians may be on or crossing the road ahead. Slow down and watch for people entering the road. Illustration identified by its sign family or meaning; the exact current prescribed design has not been confirmed.

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60. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a railway crossing without barriers.
✓ Warning for a movable bridge.
Warning for a quayside or riverbank.
Entry prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a movable bridge. The bridge ahead can open, lift or move to allow water traffic to pass. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop when required by barriers, traffic lights or other signals.

English • W5-2 • Opening bridge. An opening bridge is ahead. Be prepared to stop when its barriers or signals operate.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.nsw.gov.au • Transport for NSW • W5-2

SVG source: Standards Australia • Public domain • Original revision 2024-09-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.

Artwork verified against Qld.gov.au • official published diagram W5-2.

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61. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory lane for trucks.
Warning for trucks.
✓ Trucks prohibited.
Parking prohibited for trucks.

This traffic sign indicates that trucks are prohibited. Trucks covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Any applicable weight threshold or vehicle-category limitation is determined by the sign, supplementary information and local rules.

English • Model rule 104 • no trucks sign • No trucks. Trucks must not pass this sign. The model rules allow certain authorised routes and access to a destination beyond the sign when no alternative route is available; check the local rules. State and territory rules and exceptions apply.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Pcc.gov.au • Australian Road Rules • model law • rule104; Schedule2p312
🔗 Legislation.qld.gov.au • Queensland Road Rules • local legislation example

SVG source: Standards Australia derivative work: Cassowary derivative work: Fry1989 eh? • Public domain • Original revision 2015-07-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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62. What does this traffic sign mean?

Stop and give way to traffic from the right.
Stop and give way to cyclists.
✓ Stop and give way.
Parking and stopping prohibited.

This traffic sign means stop and give way. You must come to a complete stop before entering the intersection and give way to traffic that has priority. Proceed only when it is safe.

English • R1-1 • model rule 67 • Stop. Stop completely at the stop line, or before entering the intersection if there is no line, and give way as required before proceeding. State and territory rules and exceptions apply.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Pcc.gov.au • Australian Road Rules • model law • rule67; Schedule2p316
🔗 Legislation.qld.gov.au • Queensland Road Rules • local legislation example

SVG source: Standards Australia • Public domain • Original revision 2020-04-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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63. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for an uncontrolled intersection.
Driving straight ahead prohibited.
✓ Warning for a sharp curve to the left.
Warning for a curve to the right.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a sharp curve to the left. A tight left-hand curve lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within your lane and use smooth steering.

English • W1-1(L) • Turn to the left. A sharp left turn is ahead. Reduce speed before the turn.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Standards.transport.nsw.gov.au • Transport for NSW • alignment signs • section17.4.1

SVG source: Standards Australia • Public domain • Original revision 2012-10-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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64. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a zone where parking is allowed.
Start of a zone with speed limit.
✓ Start of no-parking zone.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a no-parking zone. The parking prohibition applies throughout the zone according to the applicable zonal rules until the zone is ended or another rule replaces it.

English • Model rules 168 and 335 • no parking area sign • No parking area. No parking in this area from 7 am to noon and noon to 9 pm, except where other signs permit it. Any brief pick-up or set-down must meet the local no-parking rules. State and territory rules and exceptions apply.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Pcc.gov.au • Australian Road Rules • model law • rules168,335; Schedule2p311
🔗 Legislation.qld.gov.au • Queensland Road Rules • local legislation example

SVG source: Government of Queensland • Public domain • Original revision 2012-10-08. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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65. What does this traffic sign mean?

Passing left mandatory.
Turning right prohibited.
✓ Pass obstacle on the right.
Passing right prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the right. Keep to the right of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.

English • Model rule 99 • keep right sign • Keep right. Pass to the right of this sign. State and territory rules and exceptions apply.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Pcc.gov.au • Australian Road Rules • model law • rule99; Schedule2p309
🔗 Legislation.qld.gov.au • Queensland Road Rules • local legislation example

SVG source: Standards Australia • Public domain • Original revision 2020-04-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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66. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for falling rocks.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
✓ Warning for a steep descent.
Warning for a steep ascent.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep descent. A steep downhill gradient lies ahead and the vehicle may gain speed quickly. Reduce speed before the descent, select a suitable gear and use engine braking where appropriate. Allow extra distance for heavy or towing vehicles.

English • W5-12 • Steep descent. The road descends steeply ahead. Reduce speed and select a suitable gear before descending.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Government of Queensland • CC BY 3.0 au)
🔗 Transport.nsw.gov.au • Transport for NSW • W5-12

SVG source: Government of Queensland • CC BY 3.0 au • Original revision 2012-10-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.

Artwork verified against Qld.gov.au • official published diagram W5-12.

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67. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a bad road surface.
Warning for roadworks.
Warning for a quayside or riverbank.
Warning for a soft verge.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a bad or uneven road surface. Potholes, bumps, depressions or other surface irregularities may affect vehicle stability and braking. Reduce speed and avoid sudden manoeuvres.

English • W5-43 • Uneven surface. The road surface ahead is uneven. Adjust your speed to maintain control.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.nsw.gov.au • Transport for NSW • W5-43

SVG source: Standards Australia • Public domain • Original revision 2024-09-22. Wikimedia original unmodified.

Artwork verified against Qld.gov.au • official published diagram W5-43.

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68. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for buses.
✓ Mandatory lane for buses.
Cars prohibited.
Buses prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory lane for buses. Buses must use the designated lane where the sign applies. Other road users may use the lane only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

English • Model rule 154A • bus only lane illustration • Bus only lane. A lane for authorised buses or busway vehicles. Ordinary traffic must not use it; the local rules determine permitted vehicles and limited exceptions. Illustration identified by its sign family or meaning; the exact current prescribed design has not been confirmed. State and territory rules and exceptions apply.

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69. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the motorway.
✓ Start of a motorway.
End of the expressway.
Start of an expressway.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a motorway. From this point, special motorway rules apply, including restrictions on which road users may enter and on stopping, reversing and other manoeuvres. Follow the applicable speed limits, lane rules and local motorway regulations.

English • Model rule 177 • freeway sign • Start of freeway. The freeway begins here. Follow freeway traffic and stopping restrictions, and any signs restricting entry by particular road users. State and territory rules and exceptions apply.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Pcc.gov.au • Australian Road Rules • model law • rule177; Schedule2p308
🔗 Legislation.qld.gov.au • Queensland Road Rules • local legislation example

SVG source: Government of Queensland • Public domain • Original revision 2012-10-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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70. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Pass obstacle on the left.
Turning left mandatory.
Passing right mandatory.
Passing left prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the left. Keep to the left of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.

English • Model rule 99 • keep left sign • Keep left. Pass to the left of this sign. State and territory rules and exceptions apply.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Pcc.gov.au • Australian Road Rules • model law • rule99; Schedule2p309
🔗 Legislation.qld.gov.au • Queensland Road Rules • local legislation example

SVG source: Standards Australia • Public domain • Original revision 2020-04-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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71. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for falling rocks.
Warning for a quayside or riverbank.
Warning for a soft verge.
Warning for loose gravel on the road surface.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for falling rocks. Rocks or stones may fall from nearby slopes or may already be lying on the road. Reduce speed, scan the road ahead and be prepared to avoid or stop for fallen material.

English • W5-42(L) • Fallen rocks. Rocks may have fallen onto the road from the slope on the left. Watch for debris and drive with care.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Transport.nsw.gov.au • Transport for NSW • W5-42(L)

Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Standards Australia • CC BY-SA 3.0 AU • Source revision 2024-10-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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72. What does this traffic sign mean?

Entry prohibited.
✓ Parking prohibited.
Parking allowed.
Parking and stopping prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that parking is prohibited. Vehicles may not be parked in the area covered by the sign unless an exception applies. Brief stopping to pick up or drop off passengers or to load or unload goods may still be permitted where local rules allow it.

English • Model rule 168 • no parking sign • No parking. No parking in either direction along the signed length. Brief pick-up or set-down of passengers or goods may be allowed under the local rules; remain close to the vehicle and leave promptly. State and territory rules and exceptions apply.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Pcc.gov.au • Australian Road Rules • model law • rule168; Schedule2p311
🔗 Legislation.qld.gov.au • Queensland Road Rules • local legislation example

SVG source: Standards Australia • Public domain • Original revision 2015-10-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.