Alberta Class 7 Practice Mock Exam 5

All 30 questions from Mock Exam 5, with answers and explanations.

A mixed exam: 6 sign questions, 6 road diagrams and 18 questions on the rules of the road, including hazards, sharing the road and highways.

These are the 30 questions from Mock Exam 5, original practice questions on signs and the rules of the road, checked against the Alberta Driver’s Guide. Read through them with Show answer, or take the exam online first with the answers hidden and see your score. No sign-in needed.

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  1. Question 1 · Signs and Signals

    Arrows painted in your lane show left turn only, but you want to go straight. What should you do?

    1. A. Go straight anyway, since you are already in the lane
    2. B. Go straight if no one is behind you to be affected
    3. C. Stop in the lane and wait for a gap to move over
    4. D. Turn left or move to a proper lane earlier next time
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    Answer: D. Turn left or move to a proper lane earlier next time

    Lane-use arrows tell you what moves are allowed from that lane. Plan ahead and choose the right lane.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 28: Lane use controlsReviewed October 2026Report an error

  2. Question 2 · Signs and Signals

    Road sign for this question

    What does this sign warn you about?

    1. A. Bicycle parking is available ahead
    2. B. Cyclists may be on or crossing the road ahead
    3. C. Bicycles are not allowed on this road
    4. D. A bike lane begins and cars must leave the road
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    Answer: B. Cyclists may be on or crossing the road ahead

    This sign warns that cyclists may be present. Watch for them and give them room.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 35: Bicycle activity warningReviewed October 2026Report an error

  3. Question 3 · Signs and Signals

    Road sign for this question

    What does this sign tell you?

    1. A. 50 km/h is the minimum speed allowed on this road
    2. B. 50 km/h applies only during school hours
    3. C. 50 km/h is a suggested speed you may go over slightly
    4. D. 50 km/h is the highest legal speed in good conditions
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    Answer: D. 50 km/h is the highest legal speed in good conditions

    This is a maximum. You may not go faster, and you should slow down when conditions are poor.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 27: Posted maximumReviewed October 2026Report an error

  4. Question 4 · Safe Driving

    Why should you look well ahead while driving instead of just at the car in front?

    1. A. So you do not need to read the road signs
    2. B. To spot hazards early and have time to react
    3. C. Because it keeps you from feeling tired
    4. D. Because it helps your car use less fuel
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    Answer: B. To spot hazards early and have time to react

    Looking far ahead helps you see problems early and plan.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 88: Scanning aheadReviewed October 2026Report an error

  6. Question 5 · Hazards

    Your car starts to skid. What should you do?

    1. A. Look and steer where you want the front of the car to go
    2. B. Brake hard right away
    3. C. Accelerate to regain grip
    4. D. Steer the opposite way from where you want to go
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    Answer: A. Look and steer where you want the front of the car to go

    To regain control, look and steer where you want to go.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 78: Skid recovery directionReviewed October 2026Report an error

  7. Question 6 · Hazards

    Your car breaks down on a highway. Where should you stop?

    1. A. In the travel lane with the hazards on
    2. B. On a curve where it is shaded
    3. C. In the median between the roads
    4. D. As far off the road as safely possible
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    Answer: D. As far off the road as safely possible

    Get out of traffic and make your car visible.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 80: Emergency stop locationReviewed October 2026Report an error

  8. Question 7 · Sharing the Road

    On a highway divided by a median, you approach a stopped school bus from the front. Its red lights are flashing. What may you do?

    1. A. Stop, as all traffic must stop for any school bus with red lights
    2. B. Proceed with caution and watch for pedestrians
    3. C. Speed up to pass quickly
    4. D. Cross the median
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    Answer: B. Proceed with caution and watch for pedestrians

    On a divided highway, oncoming traffic may proceed with caution.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 102: Opposite divided roadway busReviewed October 2026Report an error

  9. Question 8 · Road Scenarios

    Diagram of the situation described in the question. Vehicles are labelled with letters.

    A long truck signalling right has swung left to make its turn. Car B is behind it on the right. What should B do?

    1. A. Pull up beside the truck's front wheels and wait
    2. B. Pass on the left while the truck is turning
    3. C. Pass on the right before the truck starts its turn
    4. D. Stay back and not pull into the gap beside the truck
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    Answer: D. Stay back and not pull into the gap beside the truck

    Long vehicles often swing left to turn right. Never move into the space on their right.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 99: Truck turning rightReviewed October 2026Report an error

  10. Question 9 · Licensing

    What is the legal alcohol limit for a Class 7 learner driving a car?

    1. A. Below 0.08
    2. B. One drink per hour
    3. C. Below 0.05
    4. D. Zero
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    Answer: D. Zero

    Drivers in the GDL program, including learners, must have zero alcohol in their body when driving.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 10: Zero alcohol learner ruleReviewed October 2026Report an error

  12. Question 10 · Road Scenarios

    Diagram of the situation described in the question. Vehicles are labelled with letters.

    A is next to a stopped maintenance truck with flashing lights. The lane to A's left has a safe gap. Best action?

    1. A. Stay in the lane at the normal limit
    2. B. Drive on the shoulder beside the workers
    3. C. Stop beside the truck to see what happened
    4. D. Move over to the far lane when it is safe
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    Answer: D. Move over to the far lane when it is safe

    Moving over, when you can do it safely, gives roadside workers more room.

    Source: Government of Alberta: Roadside vehicle safe moveReviewed October 2026Report an error

  13. Question 11 · Parking

    You park on a busy street. What should you do before opening your door?

    1. A. Open it quickly so others see you
    2. B. Open it partway and wait a moment for traffic to notice
    3. C. Check your mirror and look back for traffic and cyclists
    4. D. Honk to warn others, then open it
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    Answer: C. Check your mirror and look back for traffic and cyclists

    A door opened into traffic can hit a cyclist or vehicle. Look first.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 53: Door opening observationReviewed October 2026Report an error

  14. Question 12 · Hazards

    When must you switch to low beams for oncoming traffic?

    1. A. Within 100 metres
    2. B. Only when it flashes you
    3. C. Within 50 metres
    4. D. Within 300 metres
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    Answer: D. Within 300 metres

    Use low beams when within 300 metres of oncoming vehicles.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 82: Dim for oncoming trafficReviewed October 2026Report an error

  15. Question 13 · Signs and Signals

    Road sign for this question

    What does this sign without a speed tab warn you about?

    1. A. A 30 km/h zone that applies all day long
    2. B. A playground area where children may be nearby
    3. C. A street ahead that is for pedestrians only
    4. D. A loading area where school buses stop
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    Answer: B. A playground area where children may be nearby

    This playground-area sign warns of children playing. Without a speed tab it does not set a reduced limit.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 32: Playground area without speed panelReviewed October 2026Report an error

  16. Question 14 · Highways

    What is an acceleration lane used for?

    1. A. To speed up to match highway traffic
    2. B. To pass slow traffic on the highway
    3. C. To park in an emergency situation
    4. D. To stop and wait for a gap in traffic
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    Answer: A. To speed up to match highway traffic

    The acceleration lane lets you build up speed to merge safely.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 73: Acceleration lane useReviewed October 2026Report an error

  18. Question 15 · Road Scenarios

    Diagram of the situation described in the question. Vehicles are labelled with letters.

    On an urban road with a single solid yellow centre line, no sign bans passing and the view is clear. What may A do?

    1. A. Cross a double solid yellow line nearby instead
    2. B. Never pass on any solid yellow line
    3. C. Pass, as long as every safety condition is met
    4. D. Pass even with oncoming traffic close
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    Answer: C. Pass, as long as every safety condition is met

    Within an urban area, a safe pass across a single solid yellow line is permitted.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 38: Single yellow urban exceptionReviewed October 2026Report an error

  19. Question 16 · Safe Driving

    When is the best time to enter a destination into your navigation system?

    1. A. Before you start driving
    2. B. At a red light
    3. C. While driving on a straight road
    4. D. While going slowly
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    Answer: A. Before you start driving

    Program navigation before you move so your attention stays on the road.

    Source: Government of Alberta: Programming navigationReviewed October 2026Report an error

  20. Question 17 · Parking

    You park facing uphill on a road with no curb. Which way should you turn your wheels?

    1. A. Right, toward the edge of the road
    2. B. Left, toward the centre of the road
    3. C. Straight ahead with the brake set
    4. D. It does not matter on a rural road
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    Answer: A. Right, toward the edge of the road

    With no curb, turn the wheels right so a rolling car goes off the road.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 55: No curb hill parkingReviewed October 2026Report an error

  21. Question 18 · Vehicle Preparation

    Before getting into your car, why should you walk around it?

    1. A. To admire the car's paint
    2. B. It is required by law
    3. C. To check for people, objects or damage
    4. D. To warm up first
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    Answer: C. To check for people, objects or damage

    A walk-around helps spot hazards.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 44: Vehicle inspection before movingReviewed October 2026Report an error

  22. Question 19 · Signs and Signals

    Road sign for this question

    What does this sign mean?

    1. A. Buses must use the next lane over
    2. B. Buses are not allowed in this lane
    3. C. A bus stop is in this lane
    4. D. The lane is reserved for buses
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    Answer: D. The lane is reserved for buses

    The diamond symbol marks a reserved lane. This one is for buses.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 28: Reserved bus laneReviewed October 2026Report an error

  23. Question 20 · Signs and Signals

    Road sign for this question

    What does this sign warn you about?

    1. A. A sharp curve to the left is ahead
    2. B. Traffic will be merging into your road ahead
    3. C. Your lane ends and you must merge left
    4. D. The road divides into two separate roads
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    Answer: B. Traffic will be merging into your road ahead

    This merge sign warns that another lane of traffic will join your road ahead.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 73: Joining traffic warningReviewed October 2026Report an error

  24. Question 21 · Signs and Signals

    Unless other times are posted, when is an Alberta school zone in effect?

    1. A. Every day from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    2. B. On school days: 8:00–9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and 3:00–4:30 p.m.
    3. C. On school days, all day from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., plus weekend events
    4. D. Every day from 8:30 a.m. to one hour after sunset
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    Answer: B. On school days: 8:00–9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and 3:00–4:30 p.m.

    These are the provincial school zone times. Municipalities can post different times.

    Source: Government of Alberta: Default school hoursReviewed October 2026Report an error

  25. Question 22 · Intersections

    In which direction does traffic travel in an Alberta roundabout or traffic circle?

    1. A. Counterclockwise
    2. B. Clockwise
    3. C. Depends on the time of day
    4. D. Either direction
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    Answer: A. Counterclockwise

    Traffic always circulates counterclockwise around the centre island.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 61: Traffic circles and roundabouts (two-lane: right lane yields to left lane)Reviewed October 2026Report an error

  26. Question 23 · Signs and Signals

    You want to turn right at a red light. No sign prohibits it. What must you do first?

    1. A. Wait for the light to turn green
    2. B. Sound your horn to warn any pedestrians
    3. C. Slow down and turn if the way looks clear of traffic and people
    4. D. Come to a complete stop before the stop line or crosswalk
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    Answer: D. Come to a complete stop before the stop line or crosswalk

    Right turns on red are allowed after a complete stop, unless a sign prohibits them.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 22: Right turn on redReviewed October 2026Report an error

  27. Question 24 · Road Scenarios

    Diagram of the situation described in the question. Vehicles are labelled with letters.

    A has a green light, but stopped traffic ahead leaves no room to clear the intersection. What should A do?

    1. A. Use the oncoming lane to get across the gap
    2. B. Enter, then wait in the middle of the intersection
    3. C. Enter and stop in the far crosswalk if needed
    4. D. Wait behind the stop line until there is room
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    Answer: D. Wait behind the stop line until there is room

    Do not enter an intersection unless you can clear it completely, including the crosswalks.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 60: Green but exit blockedReviewed October 2026Report an error

  28. Question 25 · Sharing the Road

    A large truck is signalling right and swinging left. You are behind it. What should you do?

    1. A. Pass it on the right side
    2. B. Stay back and wait for it to finish turning
    3. C. Pass it on the left side
    4. D. Pull up beside it on the right and wait there for it to go
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    Answer: B. Stay back and wait for it to finish turning

    Trucks often swing wide to turn. Never squeeze into the gap on their right.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 99: Truck right turn gapReviewed October 2026Report an error

  29. Question 26 · Road Scenarios

    Diagram of the situation described in the question. Vehicles are labelled with letters.

    A wants to turn right. B, a cyclist, is riding straight ahead beside A on the right. What should A do?

    1. A. Let B pass, check the blind spot, then turn
    2. B. Speed up to complete the turn ahead of B
    3. C. Turn slowly and expect B to stop for the car
    4. D. Turn first, since A signalled before B arrived
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    Answer: A. Let B pass, check the blind spot, then turn

    Turning across a cyclist's path is dangerous. Let B go by, check your blind spot, then turn.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 98: Right turn beside bicycleReviewed October 2026Report an error

  30. Question 27 · Sharing the Road

    On a 100 km/h highway, you pass a stopped emergency vehicle with lights flashing in the next lane. What is the maximum speed?

    1. A. 90 km/h
    2. B. 100 km/h
    3. C. 60 km/h
    4. D. 80 km/h
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    Answer: C. 60 km/h

    In the lane next to the stopped vehicle, slow to 60 km/h or the posted limit, whichever is lower.

    Source: Government of Alberta: Roadside no safe moveReviewed October 2026Report an error

  31. Question 28 · Road Scenarios

    Diagram of the situation described in the question. Vehicles are labelled with letters.

    A is leaving a driveway. P is walking along the sidewalk A must cross. What should A do?

    1. A. Stop before the sidewalk, let P pass, then enter the road when safe
    2. B. Honk so P waits on the sidewalk while A pulls out onto the road
    3. C. Roll slowly across the sidewalk without stopping
    4. D. Stop across the sidewalk while waiting for a gap in traffic
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    Answer: A. Stop before the sidewalk, let P pass, then enter the road when safe

    When leaving a driveway, stop before the sidewalk, yield to pedestrians, then yield to road traffic.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 60: Driveway sidewalkReviewed October 2026Report an error

  32. Question 29 · Signs and Signals

    Road sign for this question

    What does this sign tell you about the road it is posted on?

    1. A. Traffic may travel only in the direction of the arrow
    2. B. The road curves sharply in the arrow's direction
    3. C. You must turn in the arrow's direction to continue
    4. D. The road is a detour route for one block
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    Answer: A. Traffic may travel only in the direction of the arrow

    This is a one-way sign. All traffic on that road moves in the direction the arrow points.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 27: One way directionReviewed October 2026Report an error

  33. Question 30 · Highways

    Before passing on a two-lane highway, what must you be sure of?

    1. A. No vehicles are behind you at the time
    2. B. There is enough clear road to finish safely
    3. C. You can complete the pass in one second
    4. D. The car ahead is going under the limit
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    Answer: B. There is enough clear road to finish safely

    Pass only when no oncoming traffic is close and you can complete the pass.

    Source: Alberta Driver’s Guide (Spring 2026), page 71: Passing sight distanceReviewed October 2026Report an error

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