Category 1️⃣: Getting Licensed & Staying Legal (Sections 1 & 7)
Q: What is the minimum age to apply for a driver’s licence in Ontario?
A: 16 years old.
Q: What are the three key ideas behind defensive driving?
A: Visibility, space, and communication.
Q: What shape is a stop sign?
A: Octagon (eight-sided) and red with white letters.
Q: How close can you legally park to a fire hydrant?
A: 3 metres.
Q: What should you do if your car starts to skid?
A: Steer gently in the direction you want to go and don’t brake hard.
Q: What is the first level of Ontario’s graduated licensing system called?
A: G1 Licence.
Q: How often should a driver check their mirrors?
A: About every 5 seconds.
Q: What does a flashing red traffic light mean?
A: Treat it like a stop sign — come to a complete stop, then go when safe.
Q: True or False – You can park on a hill as long as your wheels are straight.
A: False. Turn wheels toward the curb or shoulder depending on uphill/downhill.
Q: What should you do if your headlights suddenly fail at night?
A: Pull off the road safely, use hazard lights, and call for help.
Q: True or False – You can drive alone with a G1 licence as long as you’re 18.
A: False. A fully licensed driver with at least 4 years’ experience must be in the passenger seat.
Q: What is the only safe cure for drowsy driving?
A: Pull over and rest or nap — not caffeine or loud music.
Q: Who has the right-of-way at an uncontrolled intersection?
A: The vehicle on the right.
Q: What are three things you should check before driving your vehicle?
A: Tires, lights, and fluid leaks.
Q: True or False – It’s okay to text at a red light.
A: False. It’s illegal to use a hand-held device while stopped in traffic or at a light.
Q: How many years do you have to complete both stages of graduated licensing?
A: 5 years.
Q: What does “visibility” mean in defensive driving?
A: Seeing and being seen — keeping eyes moving and checking mirrors often.
Q: When you see a railway crossing sign, how far back must you stop if a train is coming?
A: At least 5 metres from the nearest rail.
Q: What type of insurance must all Ontario vehicles have?
A: Compulsory automobile insurance (liability insurance).
Q: When driving in fog, what kind of headlights should you use?
A: Low beams (not high beams).
Q: Name one thing that can cause you to lose your licence.
A: Examples: impaired driving, unpaid fines, too many demerit points, or medical suspension.
Q: What does “sharing the road responsibly” mean?
A: Respecting all road users — including cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles of all sizes.
Q: What do solid and broken pavement lines mean?
A: Solid = do not pass; broken = passing allowed when safe.
Q: What should you always carry in your car during winter?
A: Emergency supplies — shovel, booster cables, blanket, and washer fluid.
Q: What should you do if you’re involved in a collision?
A: Stop immediately, check for injuries, call 911 if needed, exchange info, and report if required.