Intersections & Turns Practice Test

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What considerations should you bear in mind when entering the two-lane circular intersection using the right lane?

That you must enter the circle when it is safe

That you must stay in the right lane while in the circle

That you must exit the circle using the right lane

All of the above

What allowances does the courtesy rule provide for at an intersection?

It allows the vehicle that arrived first to proceed first

It allows the vehicle that arrived last to proceed first

It allows the vehicles to move at the same time

None of the above

What is the flow of traffic like in a traffic circle or roundabout?

It moves in the same manner as in the T intersections

It circulates in a counterclockwise direction around a centre island

It moves in a clockwise direction around a centre island

Any of the above

What allowances does the courtesy rule provide for at an intersection?

It allows the vehicle that arrived first to proceed first

It allows the vehicle that arrived last to proceed first

It allows the vehicles to move at the same time

None of the above

Is lane changing permitted while inside the circular intersection?

Yes, but only while giving a proper signal

No, you should not change lanes in the circle

Yes, but only if driving a smaller vehicle

None of the above

Who is required to give way or yield the right-of-way to the other party in the depicted scenario below?

Vehicle A

Vehicle B

Both vehicles

None of the above

When proceeding after a complete stop at a stop sign, who should be given the right-of-way?

Vehicles on your left only

Vehicles behind you only

Pedestrians and traffic ahead

Cyclist on your right only

Which statement accurately describes the right-of-way rules in circular intersections?

Vehicles entering the intersection must yield to traffic already in the circle

Vehicles already in the circle must yield to traffic entering the intersection

Vehicles already in the circle must yield to the cyclists entering the intersection

None of the above

What term is used to describe intersections where stop signs are positioned at all corners?

Courtesy corners

Wisdom corners

Intersecting corners

U-turns

10.

What is the proper procedure for making a left turn from a two-way road onto another two-way road?

Turn from the lane nearest and left to the curb into the lane nearest and left to the curb

Move from the lane nearest and to the right of the yellow line into the lane nearest and to the right of the yellow line

Move from the lane nearest and to the right of the yellow line into the lane nearest and to the left of the curb

Any of the above

11.

What considerations should you be aware of when entering the two-lane circular intersection using the left lane?

That you must enter the circle when it is safe

That you must stay in the left lane while in the circle

That you must exit the circle using the left lane

All of the above

12.

What is the recommended approach for making a turn if there is a parked vehicle or obstruction in the lane you intend to move into?

You should complete the turn in the lane behind the obstruction and then come to a complete stop

You should move next to the lane where an obstruction is present

You should complete the turn in the lane behind the obstruction and then change lanes to the left when safe

You should enter the far-left lane of the road to avoid the obstruction

13.

Where should you halt your vehicle at a marked crosswalk with a stop line?

Before the stop line

Before the crosswalk

On the crosswalk

Ahead of the crosswalk

14.

Whose directions must you adhere to at an intersection where traffic signs and signals are being managed by a peace or police officer?

You must follow traffic signs and signals over a police officer or peace officer

You must follow a police officer or peace officer over traffic signs and signals

You must do what you think is right

Either A or B

15.

Which of the following statements is accurate?

A driver turning left across the path of an approaching vehicle cannot turn left until it is safe

The right-of-way rules apply in the parking lots having intersections

You must not pass any vehicle that has stopped for a pedestrian before a crosswalk

All of the above

16.

What precaution should you take before making a left turn off a two-lane highway?

You should do a left shoulder to be sure that you are not being passed by another vehicle on your left

You should come to a complete stop in the middle of the turn to safely clear the intersection

You should activate your right turn signals to warn the oncoming traffic about your move

You should slow down and pass the oncoming traffic by using the right-of-way

17.

What actions should you take when approaching a yield sign?

You should reduce your speed and be prepared to stop

You should speed up and pass it as fast as you can

You should come to a complete stop before it

None of the above

18.

What approach should you take when approaching an intersection with a yellow light already illuminated?

You should come to a complete stop

You should slow the speed and prepare to stop

You should drive through as quick as you can

You should drive through the intersection carefully at a steady speed

19.

What is the proper method for executing a left turn from a two-way road onto a one-way road?

Move from the lane nearest and to the right of the yellow line into the first available lane on the left side of the road

Turn from the lane nearest and to the left of the curb into the first available lane on the left side of the road

Move from the lane nearest and to the right of the yellow line into the first available lane on the right side of the road

Move from the lane nearest and to the left of the yellow line into the first available lane on the left side of the road

20.

At the two-lane circular intersection, what lane should drivers intending to travel beyond the first exit use?

Left lane

Right lane

Any of them

None of the above

21.

Who typically holds the right-of-way at a T intersection?

The driver on the right

The driver on the left

The driver with the longer vehicle

The driver with a commercial driver’s license

22.

What is the term for a T intersection without signs or signals?

Controlled roundabout

Controlled intersection

Uncontrolled intersection

Controlled traffic circles

23.

What is the correct method for making a left turn from a one-way road onto another one-way road?

Move from the lane nearest the right side of the road into the lane nearest the right side of the road

Move from the lane nearest the left side of the road into the lane nearest the right side of the road

Move from the lane nearest the right side of the road into the lane nearest the left side of the road

Move from the lane nearest the left side of the road into the lane nearest the left side of the road

24.

In the depicted scenario below where cross traffic is impacted, is it advisable for vehicle A to enter the intersection?

Yes

Yes, only if the vehicle’s A driver possesses the necessary skills

None of the above

25.

What factors contribute to left turns being considered more hazardous compared to right turns?

Because the left side lanes are narrower than the right ones

Because it is hard to turn the steering wheels to the left

Because in the left turn your vehicle will be crossing the lanes of the oncoming traffic

None of the above

26.

What is the maximum speed permitted when entering a playground zone, unless otherwise indicated, during hours when controls are in effect?

10 km/h

20 km/h

30 km/h

50 km/h

27.

What are the risks associated with swinging wide or changing lanes in dual-lane turn intersections?

Because it may confuse the other drivers in the intersection

Because another vehicle could be turning beside you

Because it will slow you down within the intersection

Because you may end up in the wrong lane

28.

Is it permissible to turn right on a red light at the intersection after coming to a complete stop at the appropriate stopping point?

Yes, unless it is prohibited by a sign

No, you have to wait until the green light

Yes, but only if the intersection is controlled by a peace officer

Yes, but only if it is a T-shaped intersection

29.

What actions should you take as you approach an intersection with a red light?

You should come to a complete stop

You should drive through as quick as you can

You should drive through the intersection carefully at a steady speed

None of the above

30.

What are the principles governing right-of-way regulations?

It requires one person to yield and allow the other to proceed

It requires every person to stop before proceeding

It requires motorcycle riders to yield and allow car drivers to proceed

It requires everyone to yield the right of way to others

31.

At an intersection with no traffic signs or signal lights, to whom must you yield the right-of-way?

To a vehicle on your right

To a vehicle on your left

To a vehicle behind you

To the same class of vehicle

32.

How should you proceed if you need to stop within the intersection before completing a left turn?

Stay to the left of the yellow line and keep your front wheels turned to the left

Stay to the right of the yellow line and keep your front wheels pointed straight ahead

Stay on the yellow line and keep your front wheels turned to the right

None of the above

33.

Where should you halt your vehicle at a marked crosswalk without a stop line?

Before the crosswalk

On the crosswalk

Ahead of the crosswalk

You don’t have to stop if there is no stop line

34.

What is meant by a two-way left turn lane?

A lane that allows vehicles from each direction to turn left using the same lane

A lane that allows vehicles from each direction to turn right using the same lane

A lane that allows vehicles to park in the middle of the road

A lane that is only for cyclists

35.

What is the recommended approach for making a turn when there is a parked vehicle or obstruction near the corner in the lane you intend to move into?

You should move into the first available lane left to the obstruction and when the lane is free turn directly into that lane

You should complete your turn in the far-left lane or the lane nearest to the yellow line and after some time move directly into that lane

You should not make a turn instead proceed straight through the intersection

None of the above

36.

What action should you take when you plan to exit the circular intersection at an exit other than the first available one?

Scan for pedestrians and cyclists at the crosswalks at the entrance and exit of the circle

Activate your right signal as you approach your intended exit and leave it on until you have exited the circle

Shift to a lower gear and prepare to stop before exiting the circle

Both A and B

37.

When is the appropriate moment to activate your right turn signal when exiting a circular intersection?

After passing the exit that is before your intended exit

Just after entering the intersection

Near your intended exit

After passing the first available exit

38.

What are controlled intersections?

Intersections that do not have yield signs, stop signs, or traffic lights

Intersections that have yield signs, stop signs, or traffic lights

Intersections that have pedestrian crossings

None of these

39.

Which direction should you signal to exit a circular intersection?

Right turn signal

Left turn signal

Both turn signals simultaneously

No turn signals should be used

40.

If traffic is congested at an intersection, what is the appropriate course of action before entering it?

You can completely clear the intersection

You can completely clear the crosswalk on the other side

You can partially clear the intersection

Both A and B

41.

Where are U-turns prohibited outside of urban areas?

On a curve

On an approach to or near the crest of a hill where the driver of another vehicle cannot see you within 150 metres from either direction.

At an intersection without any traffic control devices

Both A and B

42.

How are dual lane turns typically signaled or indicated?

By pavement markings or signs

By traffic lights

By police officers

None of the above

43.

What action should you take after stopping at a stop sign?

You see traffic on your left

You find a little space to go

The way is clear

None of the above

44.

What action should you take if you miss your intended exit or find it unsafe to exit from the circular intersection using the left lane?

You should stay in your lane and travel around the circle again to take the exit

You should come to a complete stop within the intersection

You should slow down and make a wide U-turn to take the exit

You should take the next available exit

45.

What is the recommended approach when turning right or left at an intersection with indicated dual lane turns?

You should approach away from the marked lanes and turn into your intended lane

You should approach in one of the marked lanes and turn into the corresponding lane

You should approach in one of the marked lanes and proceed straight

None of the above

46.

When should you signal your intention to exit the circular intersection by activating your right turn signal?

After passing the exit that is before your intended exit

Just after entering the intersection

Near your intended exit

After passing the first available exit

47.

What type of intersection is depicted in the image below?

Single lane circular intersection

Double lane circular intersection

T-shaped intersection

Controlled intersection

48.

What should your road position be prior to executing a turn?

You should be in the cyclist’s lane at least 10 meters before the intersection

You should be in the parking lane at least 10 meters before the intersection

You should be in your proper turning lane at least 15 meters before the intersection

You should be in the lane other than the turning lane before the intersection

49.

In the scenario depicted below, who holds the right-of-way?

Vehicle A

Vehicle B

Vehicle C

All of them

50.

In the scenario depicted below, which party is required to yield the right-of-way?

Vehicle H

Vehicle G

Both of them

None of them

51.

What actions should you take when approaching a yield sign?

You should reduce your speed and be prepared to stop

You should speed up and pass it as fast as you can

You should come to a complete stop before it

None of the above

52.

Who holds the right-of-way in a two-lane circular intersection?

The driver circulating in the right lane

The driver circulating in the left lane

The driver entering the intersection

All of the above

53.

What actions should you take when exiting from service roads, alleys, parking lots, and driveways?

You must stop before any sidewalk crossing

You must stop before entering the main street

You must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians

All of the above

54.

What is the correct method for executing a left turn from a one-way road onto a two-way road?

Move from the lane nearest the left side of the road into the lane nearest and to the right side of the yellow line

Move from the lane nearest the right side of the road into the lane nearest and to the right side of the yellow line

Move from the lane nearest the left side of the road into the lane nearest and to the left side of the yellow line

Move from the lane nearest to the right side of the road into the lane nearest and to the left side of the yellow line

55.

What factors dictate the rules of right-of-way?

Signs and signals

The position of your vehicle to other vehicles at an intersection

The type of motor vehicle

Both A and B

56.

Is it permissible to make a left turn on a red light at the intersection after coming to a complete stop at the appropriate stopping point?

Yes, if there are no signs prohibiting the turn

Yes, if you are moving from a one-way road onto a one-way road

Yes, if it is a dual-lane turn

All of the above

57.

Is it permissible to make a right turn on a red light at the intersection after coming to a complete stop at the appropriate stopping point?

Yes, unless it is prohibited by a sign

No, you have to wait until the green light

Yes, but only if the intersection is controlled by a peace officer

Yes, but only if it is a T-shaped intersection

58.

After coming to a complete stop, who should you yield the right-of-way to before proceeding forward?

You should give pedestrians and traffic ahead the right-of-way

You should give the vehicles behind you the right-of-way

You should give the cyclists behind you the right-of-way

You should give the vehicle on your left the right-of-way

59.

Who has the right-of-way in the depicted scenario below?

Vehicle A

Vehicle B

Both vehicles

None of the above

60.

What action should you take before exiting the two-lane circular intersection from the left lane?

You should yield the right-of-way to the traffic in the right lane

You should turn on your right turn signal

You should scan ahead for pedestrians and cyclists at the crosswalk at the exit

All of the above

61.

If there is no stop line or marked crosswalk at the intersection, where should you stop your vehicle?

Stop within five meters of the intersecting roadway

Stop within three meters of the intersecting roadway

Stop ahead of the intersecting roadway

You don’t have to stop if there is no stop line or marked crosswalk

62.

What responsibilities do you still have, even if you have the right-of-way?

Everything you can to prevent a collision

Everything you can to slow down traffic

Everything you can to force law onto others

None of the above

63.

What factors should you consider when approaching an intersection without a traffic control device?

The traffic approaching from your behind

The traffic approaching from your left and right

The vehicles that are parked before the intersection

All of the above

64.

What steps should you take to ensure safety before initiating a right turn?

That the street you are turning onto has enough room in its curb lane

That the street you are turning onto has a marked crosswalk

That no cyclists or pedestrian is approaching the intersection

Both A and C

65.

What key considerations should you keep in mind when making a turn?

You should yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing in the crosswalk

You should not enter the crosswalk until pedestrians are safely out of the intersection

You should not turn wide and occupy two lanes when turning

All of the above

66.

How can you communicate to other drivers your intention of not taking the first available exit at a two-lane circular intersection?

You should enter using the left lane with your activated left turn signal

You should enter using the right lane with your activated right turn signal

You should move slower than the others while in the circle

You should enter using the right lane with your activated left turn signal

67.

If two vehicles reach the intersection simultaneously, who has the right to proceed first?

The smaller vehicle

The longer vehicle

The vehicle on the left side

The vehicle on the right side

68.

What should your positioning be when making a right turn from a two-way road onto another two-way road?

You should be in the centre of your turning lane and no more than one meter from the curb or edge of the road

You should be on the left side of your turning lane and no more than a half meter from the curb or edge of the road

You should be on the right side of your turning lane and in close contact with the curb or edge of the road

None of the above

69.

What are the distinctions between traffic circles and roundabouts?

The roundabouts contain parking spaces while traffic circles don’t

The roundabouts allow large commercial vehicles while traffic circles don’t

The centre island of roundabouts is smaller than the traffic circles

The roundabouts are controlled by traffic signs and signal while traffic circles don’t

70.

What action should you take if there is space for only one vehicle ahead of you in your lane within the intersection?

You should remain behind the crosswalk until the vehicle ahead of you clears the intersection

You should move slowly and try to pass through the intersection with the vehicle ahead of you

You should pass the vehicle ahead of you and clears the intersection

You should make a U-turn and find an alternate route to your destination

71.

What actions are you allowed to take when driving up to a red light?

Turn right without stopping

Drive straight through after coming to a complete stop

Turn left from a one-way street to a one-way street, after a complete stop, unless prohibited

Turn left without stopping

72.

If you plan to exit from the first available exit in a two-lane circular intersection, which lane should you utilize for entry?

Left lane

Right lane

Any of the above

None of the above

73.

What actions should you take when you plan to exit the circular intersection at the first available exit?

Activate your right signal as you approach the circle and leave it on until you have exited the circle

Scan for pedestrians and cyclists at the crosswalks at the entrance and exit of the circle

Shift to a lower gear and prepare to stop before exiting the circle

Both A and B

74.

What action can you take if you observe a vehicle ahead making a right turn on a city street?

Pass on the right

Pass on the left if there is a second lane, and you can do so safely

Pass if you sound your horn

Pass on the left

75.

What actions should you take when approaching a yield sign?

You should reduce your speed and be prepared to stop

You should speed up and pass it as fast as you can

You should come to a complete stop before it

None of the above

76.

Where should you halt your vehicle when approaching a marked stop line on the road?

Before the stop line

On the stop line

Ahead of the stop line

None of the above

77.

Who is required to yield the right-of-way to the other party in the depicted scenario below?

Vehicle A

Vehicle B

Both vehicles

None of the above

78.

Is it permissible to make a right turn on a red light at a dual right turn intersection after coming to a complete stop?

Yes, but only if the police officer in the intersection says so

No, you cannot turn right

Yes, if there are no signs prohibiting the turn

Yes, but only if the intersection is empty

79.

If there is no traffic or pedestrians you need to yield to at an intersection with a yield sign, what action should you take?

Then you must come to a complete stop and then proceed

Then you may proceed through the intersection without coming to a complete stop

Then you should speed up and try to pass through the intersection as fast as you can

None of the above

80.

Where within urban areas are U-turns typically prohibited?

On a roadway between intersections

At an alley intersection

At an intersection where one or more of the roadways is an access to a public or private parking lot

All of the above

Time’s up

Prepare for a key section of the knowledge exam with the Intersections & Turns practice quiz for Alberta learners. This test covers essential rules for right-of-way, traffic lights, 4-way stops, roundabouts, U-turns, left and right turns, and other situations you’ll face at intersections across Alberta.

This quiz is part of the complete Alberta Learners Practice Test series. After this section, continue improving with Responsible Driving, Highways & Freeways, and Towing a Trailer.

All questions are based on the latest Alberta Driver’s Guide. For full official reference, review the Government of Alberta’s online driver handbook.

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