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

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How can a heavy load affect stopping distance?

351. How can a heavy load affect stopping distance?

It makes the brakes respond more quickly.
It reduces the driver's reaction time.
It affects stopping distance only on steep roads.
✓ It can increase the distance needed to stop.

A heavily loaded vehicle has more mass and may require additional distance to slow down or stop safely.

Loaded vehicle and the space needed for braking
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What should you do if you see loose gravel on the road?

352. What should you do if you see loose gravel on the road?

Follow the vehicle ahead closely in its tyre tracks.
Brake firmly before the tyres begin to slide.
Steer around loose patches whenever possible.
✓ Slow down and avoid sudden steering or braking.

Loose gravel reduces grip and can make the vehicle skid. Slow down and use smooth steering and braking.

Vehicle on a loose gravel road
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How can alcohol affect your driving ability?

353. How can alcohol affect your driving ability?

It has no effect if you drive slowly.
It improves your ability to judge distance.
✓ It can reduce judgement, coordination, and reaction speed.
It improves your vision in poor light.

Alcohol affects several abilities needed for safe driving, including concentration, decision-making, coordination, and hazard perception.

Alcohol impairment and driving ability
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Why should you press the clutch pedal fully when changing gear?

354. Why should you press the clutch pedal fully when changing gear?

To increase engine speed.
✓ To disengage the engine fully from the transmission.
To lock the gear lever in position.
To apply the brakes.

Pressing the clutch pedal fully disengages the engine from the transmission, allowing the gear to be changed smoothly and reducing unnecessary wear on the gearbox and clutch.

Clutch pedal pressed fully for a gear change
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What should you do before joining a motorway?

355. What should you do before joining a motorway?

Check your mirrors only and assume the blind spot is clear.
Wait until the end of the slip road before checking for a gap.
✓ Check your mirrors and blind spot, signal, and look for a safe gap.
Move onto the motorway as soon as the lane markings allow.

Observe motorway traffic early, signal clearly, and merge only when there is a safe gap.

Driver checking motorway traffic before merging
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

356. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Interior lighting.
Parking lights.
Hazard warning lights.
Dipped headlights.

This control operates the vehicle's interior lighting. Depending on the vehicle, the lights can be switched on manually or set to illuminate automatically when a door is opened.

Control for the vehicle's interior lighting
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You should stay focused on the road and avoid unnecessary distractions.

357. You should stay focused on the road and avoid unnecessary distractions.

False.
✓ True.

Distractions reduce awareness and reaction time, making driving more dangerous.

Driver keeping attention on the road ahead
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What should you do when following a cyclist on a narrow road?

358. What should you do when following a cyclist on a narrow road?

✓ Keep a safe distance and overtake only when there is enough space.
Drive close behind until there is room to pass.
Pass even if you cannot leave much space.
Overtake as soon as your vehicle can fit past.

Cyclists may need to avoid potholes, drains, or wind gusts. Keep distance and only pass when you can leave plenty of space.

Vehicle following a cyclist on a narrow road
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How should you normally hold the steering wheel while driving?

359. How should you normally hold the steering wheel while driving?

✓ With both hands in a balanced position.
With one hand resting on the gear lever.
With one hand at the top of the wheel.
With both hands together at the bottom.

Hold the steering wheel with both hands in a balanced position so that you can steer smoothly and react quickly. A position around nine and three o'clock generally provides good control.

Driver holding the steering wheel with both hands
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What should you do at a railway crossing when the barriers are closing?

360. What should you do at a railway crossing when the barriers are closing?

Continue if the barriers are not fully closed.
✓ Stop and wait until the barriers are completely open.
Follow the vehicle ahead across the tracks.
Stop only when the barriers are fully lowered.

Never enter a railway crossing when barriers are closing or warning signals are active. Stop and wait until it is safe.

Barriers closing at a railway crossing
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Why should you keep a safe following distance?

361. Why should you keep a safe following distance?

✓ To have enough time to stop.
To make your vehicle easier to see ahead.
To reduce wear on the brakes.
To make overtaking easier.

A safe following distance gives you enough time to react if the vehicle in front slows down or stops suddenly.

Gap between a vehicle and the traffic ahead
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What is the clutch biting point?

362. What is the clutch biting point?

The point where the engine switches off.
The point where the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
The point where the parking brake releases.
✓ The point where the clutch begins to transmit power to the wheels.

The clutch biting point is reached as the clutch pedal is released and the clutch begins to transmit power from the engine to the transmission. Controlling this point helps the driver move off smoothly.

Clutch-pedal control when moving off
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How should a cyclist react to a pothole?

363. How should a cyclist react to a pothole?

✓ Check surroundings, reduce speed, and avoid it smoothly.
Brake hard just before reaching the pothole.
Swerve around it as soon as you notice it.
Keep your speed and pass as close as possible.

Sudden swerving can place you in the path of traffic. Check your surroundings and change direction gradually.

Cyclist approaching a pothole
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

364. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Air conditioning is active.
✓ Risk of icy road conditions.
The windscreen is frozen.
Engine coolant is too cold.

This symbol warns that the outside temperature is low enough for ice to form. Road surfaces, especially bridges and shaded areas, may be slippery even when they appear clear.

Icy-road warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do before driving away after charging an electric vehicle?

365. What should you do before driving away after charging an electric vehicle?

✓ Disconnect the charging cable and secure it properly.
Drive forward slowly to disconnect the plug.
Leave the charging flap open so it can cool.
Leave the cable connected until the vehicle starts moving.

Before driving away, disconnect the charging cable correctly and return it to the charger or store it securely in the vehicle, as appropriate. Close the charging port and check that the area around the vehicle is clear.

Disconnecting an electric vehicle after charging
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What should you do when approaching a tunnel?

366. What should you do when approaching a tunnel?

Stop and wait until the tunnel is clear.
Increase speed to spend less time inside.
Drive closer to the vehicle ahead for guidance.
✓ Use the correct lights and keep a safe distance.

When entering a tunnel, use the correct lights, keep enough distance, and stay alert for slower traffic.

Vehicle approaching a road tunnel
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What should you do with the ignition key once the engine starts?

367. What should you do with the ignition key once the engine starts?

Turn it immediately to ACC.
✓ Release it so it returns from START to ON.
Keep holding it in the START position.
Remove it from the ignition.

Once the engine starts, release the ignition key so it returns from START to the ON position. Holding the key in START unnecessarily can keep the starter motor engaged.

Releasing the ignition key after the engine starts
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Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

368. Why is counting drinks an unreliable way to decide whether you can drive?

✓ Drink strength, serving size, and individual effects can vary.
The number of drinks matters more than their strength.
You can judge your alcohol level by how sober you feel.
One drink affects every person in the same way.

Alcohol concentration and serving sizes vary, and factors such as body size, food, medication, and time can affect impairment.

Alcoholic drinks with different strengths and serving sizes
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What should you do before driving with a load?

369. What should you do before driving with a load?

Check the load only after you have started driving.
Secure only the heaviest items.
✓ Make sure it is properly secured and cannot move or fall.
Place heavy items on top of lighter items.

An unsecured load can shift, affect vehicle control, or fall into the road. Check that everything is safely restrained before moving.

Checking a vehicle's load before setting off
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What shape are most warning signs in Turkey?

370. What shape are most warning signs in Turkey?

Rectangle.
Diamond.
Circle.
✓ Triangle.

Most warning signs in Turkey are triangular.

Road warning signs and their shapes
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Why should you leave extra space when passing road workers?

371. Why should you leave extra space when passing road workers?

✓ They may be working close to moving traffic.
Road workers always have priority over passing traffic.
To avoid damaging temporary road markings.
Road workers are protected by the construction barriers.

Workers may be only a short distance from passing vehicles. Reduce speed and leave as much safe space as possible.

Vehicle passing workers close to the road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

372. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Dipped headlights.
Main beam.
Sidelights.
✓ Rear fog lights.

This symbol indicates that the rear fog lights are switched on. Rear fog lights make the vehicle more visible from behind in conditions of severely reduced visibility, but they can dazzle other road users when used unnecessarily.

Rear fog-light symbol on the dashboard
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Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

373. Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

The windscreen-wiper stalk.
✓ The lighting stalk.
The hazard warning switch.
The dashboard brightness control.

The lighting stalk is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights. The exact movement varies between vehicles, so check the vehicle controls before driving.

Lighting stalk for switching between dipped and main beam
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How can a roof load affect vehicle handling?

374. How can a roof load affect vehicle handling?

It affects only fuel consumption, not handling.
It reduces the effect of strong crosswinds.
✓ It can raise the centre of gravity and reduce stability.
It makes the vehicle more stable in bends.

Weight carried high on the vehicle can increase body movement and make sudden steering or cornering less stable.

Vehicle carrying a raised roof load
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What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

375. What should you do if an object falls into the driver's footwell while driving?

Use your foot to push it towards the passenger side.
Brake suddenly so the object moves forwards.
✓ Keep control and stop safely before retrieving it.
Reach down and remove it while continuing to drive.

Do not reach down for an object while driving, as this takes your attention away from the road and can affect vehicle control. If something falls into the driver's footwell, keep control of the vehicle and stop somewhere safe before removing it.

Dropped object close to the driver's pedals
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Why should you leave extra space when passing cyclists in strong winds?

376. Why should you leave extra space when passing cyclists in strong winds?

Cyclists always ride more slowly in strong winds.
Cyclists must stop when a vehicle passes them.
Wind increases the pressure in bicycle tyres.
✓ They may be blown sideways unexpectedly.

Strong gusts can affect cyclists' balance and direction. Extra passing space reduces the risk of a collision.

Vehicle passing a cyclist in windy conditions
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You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

377. You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

✓ False.
True.

A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop, even if no other traffic is visible.

Stop sign at a quiet junction
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What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

378. What should a motorcyclist do in strong crosswinds?

Ride as close to the edge of the road as possible.
Follow a large vehicle closely for protection from the wind.
✓ Reduce speed and be prepared for sudden gusts.
Accelerate to get through the windy area quickly.

Strong crosswinds can push a motorcycle sideways and sudden gusts can affect its stability. Reduce speed, keep a steady grip on the handlebars and allow extra space, especially on exposed roads, bridges, or when passing gaps and large vehicles.

Motorcyclist riding in strong crosswinds
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What should you do if the brake pedal feels unusually soft?

379. What should you do if the brake pedal feels unusually soft?

Continue until the brakes begin making noise.
Use only the parking brake while driving.
✓ Stop safely and have the braking system inspected.
Press the accelerator harder before braking.

A soft brake pedal or increased stopping distance may indicate a serious brake fault. Do not continue driving normally until the system has been checked.

Brake-pedal check for a possible braking fault
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Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle climbing a steep hill?

380. Why should you leave extra space behind a vehicle climbing a steep hill?

It must always stop before reaching the top.
✓ It may slow down suddenly or roll backward.
Its engine may become louder on the hill.
Its headlights may point higher uphill.

Vehicles may lose speed or briefly roll backward when starting on a steep incline. Extra space gives you more time to react.

Vehicle following another up a steep hill
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Who is responsible for staying safe when crossing the road?

381. Who is responsible for staying safe when crossing the road?

Only drivers when pedestrians have priority.
Only the road user without priority.
✓ Everyone using the road.
Only the person who creates the danger.

Road safety is a shared responsibility. Pedestrians, drivers, and cyclists all need to stay alert and follow the rules.

Pedestrians and traffic sharing a road crossing
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What is the purpose of a pedestrian crossing?

382. What is the purpose of a pedestrian crossing?

✓ To help pedestrians cross the road safely.
To allow pedestrians to cross without checking traffic.
To give pedestrians priority throughout the whole street.
To separate pedestrians from cyclists along the road.

Pedestrian crossings provide a designated place where people can safely cross the road.

Pedestrian crossing across a road
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When should you use rear fog lights?

383. When should you use rear fog lights?

When visibility is slightly reduced.
✓ When visibility is seriously reduced by fog or similar conditions.
When another vehicle is following closely.
When driving on high-speed roads at night.

Rear fog lights are very bright and should only be used when visibility is poor enough to require them.

Rear fog lights used in severely reduced visibility
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What should you do if your main beam could dazzle another driver?

384. What should you do if your main beam could dazzle another driver?

✓ Switch to dipped headlights.
Flash the main beam briefly before passing.
Reduce speed but leave the main beam on.
Keep the main beam on unless the other driver flashes you.

Main beam can dazzle other road users and reduce their visibility. Switch to dipped headlights whenever your main beam could dazzle another driver.

Headlight glare affecting another road user
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

385. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Central door locking.
Window lock.
Mirror adjustment.
Child safety lock.

This control operates the vehicle's central door locking system. Pressing it locks or unlocks the vehicle's doors, depending on the current lock state.

Central door-locking control and symbol
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You do not need to look for cyclists when opening your car door.

386. You do not need to look for cyclists when opening your car door.

True.
✓ False.

You should always check for cyclists, motorcyclists, and other road users before opening a door.

Cyclist near the door of a parked car
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How can parking too close to a junction affect visibility?

387. How can parking too close to a junction affect visibility?

It affects only the driver of the parked vehicle.
It blocks the view only for pedestrians.
It has no effect if the hazard lights are on.
✓ It can block the view between road users.

Parking too close to a junction can block visibility. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians may have difficulty seeing each other in time.

Parked vehicle obstructing visibility near a junction
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Why should heavy items be placed low and evenly distributed?

388. Why should heavy items be placed low and evenly distributed?

To make the steering lighter.
✓ To help keep the vehicle stable.
To reduce fuel consumption.
To increase the available luggage space.

A high or uneven load can make the vehicle unstable, especially during braking, cornering, or sudden steering.

Heavy luggage positioned low in a vehicle
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What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

389. What is the purpose of the seat-belt retractor?

To release the seat belt from the buckle.
To adjust the seat height.
To tighten the parking brake.
✓ To take up slack and lock the belt when necessary.

The seat-belt retractor takes up slack and helps keep the belt properly positioned against the body. It allows normal movement but can lock during sudden braking, rapid belt movement or a collision.

Seat-belt webbing and retracting mechanism
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Why should you leave extra space when following a large vehicle?

390. Why should you leave extra space when following a large vehicle?

To make it easier for the large vehicle to accelerate.
✓ To improve your view ahead and give yourself more time to react.
To make overtaking possible without checking ahead.
To reduce the amount of fuel your vehicle uses.

A large vehicle can block your view of traffic, signs, junctions, or hazards ahead. Leaving extra space improves your view and gives you more time to react if traffic slows or a hazard develops.

Large vehicle limiting a following driver's view
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How can you check that a manual gearbox is in neutral?

391. How can you check that a manual gearbox is in neutral?

✓ Move the gear lever gently from side to side.
Press the accelerator pedal.
Turn the steering wheel.
Pull up the parking brake.

When a manual gearbox is in neutral, the gear lever can normally be moved freely from side to side across the centre of the gear pattern. Check that neutral is selected before starting the engine when appropriate.

Checking neutral with a manual gear lever
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Why should you avoid braking hard on a curve?

392. Why should you avoid braking hard on a curve?

✓ It can reduce control and increase the risk of skidding.
It can increase tyre pressure during the turn.
It can make the vehicle accelerate more slowly afterwards.
It can make the tyres grip the road more strongly.

Hard braking on a curve can upset the vehicle's balance and reduce grip. Slow down before the curve and steer smoothly.

Vehicle braking while negotiating a bend
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

393. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Low coolant level.
Windscreen demister active.
✓ Low windscreen washer fluid.
Engine-temperature warning.

This symbol indicates that the windscreen washer fluid level is low. Refill the washer-fluid reservoir with suitable fluid when possible.

Low washer-fluid warning symbol on the dashboard
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What is the main purpose of a motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder?

394. What is the main purpose of a motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder?

For overtaking slow-moving traffic.
For allowing faster vehicles to pass.
✓ For emergencies and breakdowns.
For driving when the motorway is busy.

A motorway emergency lane or hard shoulder is primarily intended for emergencies and breakdowns, not normal driving. In some places it may be opened temporarily as a traffic lane when signs or signals specifically permit this.

Motorway hard shoulder beside the traffic lanes
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What should you do before changing lanes?

395. What should you do before changing lanes?

✓ Check your mirrors and blind spot.
Rely on your mirrors without checking the blind spot.
Check the blind spot only after starting to move.
Check only the lane directly beside you.

Always check your mirrors, look over your shoulder if necessary, and make sure it is safe before changing lanes.

Driver checking surrounding traffic before changing lanes
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What should you do about a flat tyre on a high-speed road?

396. What should you do about a flat tyre on a high-speed road?

Drive slowly on the damaged tyre to the next exit.
Repair the tyre beside the traffic lane using hazard lights.
Ask passengers to help change the wheel quickly.
✓ Move to a protected location if possible and call for professional recovery.

Changing a wheel close to high-speed traffic is extremely dangerous. Move away from traffic and use professional assistance.

Vehicle stopped with a flat tyre on a high-speed road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

397. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Engine-temperature warning.
Oil-pressure warning.
✓ Charging-system warning.
Engine-management warning.

This symbol indicates a problem with the vehicle's charging system. If it remains illuminated while the engine is running, the battery may not be charging correctly because of a fault with the alternator, battery, wiring, or related components.

Charging-system warning symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do when traffic is merging from another lane?

398. What should you do when traffic is merging from another lane?

Move into another lane without checking around you.
Speed up slightly so they can merge behind you.
Move closer to the vehicle ahead to keep your lane clear.
✓ Adjust your speed and leave space when safe.

When traffic merges, good observation and speed control help vehicles join safely without sudden braking or conflict.

Vehicle merging from an adjacent lane
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Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

399. Why should you keep a dog on a leash near traffic?

To allow the dog to walk closer to moving traffic.
To make approaching vehicles drive more slowly.
✓ To prevent it from suddenly running into the road.
To make it easier for drivers to hear the dog.

Dogs can react unpredictably to vehicles, people, noises, or other animals. Keeping a dog under close control on a leash near traffic reduces the risk of it suddenly entering the road and endangering itself or other road users.

Pedestrian keeping a dog on a leash near traffic
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What should you do if a child runs onto the road ahead?

400. What should you do if a child runs onto the road ahead?

Accelerate to pass before the child moves further into the road.
✓ Brake firmly and be prepared to stop.
Flash your lights instead of slowing down.
Sound your horn and continue driving.

Children can act unpredictably. Brake firmly, stay alert, and be prepared for more children to follow.

Child entering the road ahead of a vehicle
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