Northern General Directorate of Traffic Light vehicle
Practice mode· Road signsNorthern General Directorate of Traffic - Bahrain Road Signs Practice Test 1
Covers the first 22 road signs - mandatory signs, prohibitory signs and warning triangles. Learn what each sign looks like and what it requires you to do.
What does this sign warn you about?
The other 12 questions in this test
Read them all. The answer and the reason for each, and the timed 22-question run, are in the Bahrain Driving Test Questions PDF.
- Q11Road signs and signals
Where should you position your vehicle when you intend to turn right at a junction in Bahrain?
- AAs close to the right-hand kerb as practicable
- BIn the centre of the road
- CAs far left as possible to allow a wide turn
- DStraddle the centre line
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q12Road signs and signals
You are approaching a junction where you want to turn left. Which lane should you be in before the turn?
- AThe rightmost lane
- BAny lane; you can cut across from the right
- CThe centre lane and merge left during the turn
- DThe leftmost (innermost) lane designated for left turns
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q13Road signs and signals
What is the purpose of a white stop line painted across the road at a junction?
- AYou must stop with the front of your vehicle at or behind this line
- BIt marks the edge of the pedestrian crossing
- CIt shows the boundary between two speed zones
- DParking is permitted up to this line
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q14Road signs and signals
What does a yellow box junction painted on the road mean?
- AParking is permitted inside the yellow box for up to 5 minutes
- BOnly taxis are allowed in the yellow box
- CDo not enter the box unless your exit is clear
- DYou must stop inside the box and wait for traffic to clear
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q15Road signs and signals
A driver is approaching a controlled junction and the traffic light is green. What must the driver still do before turning left?
- ANothing; a green light gives absolute right of way
- BSound the horn to warn pedestrians
- CCheck for oncoming traffic and give way to pedestrians crossing
- DCome to a full stop first, then proceed
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q16Road signs and signals
What does a white arrow painted on the road pointing straight ahead in a lane mean?
- AThe road is one-way in the direction of the arrow only for taxis
- BA speed camera is ahead in this lane
- CVehicles in that lane must continue straight ahead
- DYou may turn in any direction from this lane
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q17Road signs and signals
A round sign with a red border showing '30' is placed beside a school. What does it mean?
- AOnly 30 vehicles may park in the school area
- BThe maximum speed is 30 km/h in this school zone
- CThe school has 30 metres of frontage
- DChildren are present only 30 minutes before and after school
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q18Road signs and signals
A No Entry sign is posted on a road you want to use as a shortcut. Is it ever legal to enter?
- AYes, if you enter slowly and no other vehicles are present
- BYes, if you are only travelling a short distance
- CNo; the prohibition applies to all vehicles at all times unless an authorised exemption sign is posted
- DYes, if you reverse in so you are technically not driving forward into the road
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q19Road signs and signals
What does a blue circular sign with a white downward-pointing arrow and the words 'One Way' mean?
- ATraffic flows in one direction only; you must not drive against traffic
- BOvertaking is allowed in one direction
- COnly one lane is open ahead
- DThe road is open only during certain hours
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q20Road signs and signals
What is the minimum safe following distance in good conditions on a highway in Bahrain?
- AOne car length
- B5 metres at all speeds
- CA distance that allows you to stop safely if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly (at least 2 seconds gap)
- DFollowing distance only matters on wet roads
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q21Road signs and signals
You are driving at 120 km/h in the left lane of a motorway. A slower vehicle is ahead. What is the correct action?
- ASignal, check mirrors and blind spot, then overtake if safe, and return to the right lane afterwards
- BFlash headlights to force the slower vehicle to move right
- COvertake on the right (inside) since the other driver is blocking the fast lane
- DRemain behind the slow vehicle until it moves
Answer and explanation in the bank
- Q22Road signs and signals
A sign at the entrance to a tunnel shows a red circle with a flame. What does it mean?
- AFire extinguishers are available inside the tunnel
- BSmoking is allowed at the tunnel entrance only
- CVehicles carrying flammable or hazardous materials are prohibited
- DHeadlights must be switched on inside the tunnel
Answer and explanation in the bank
Every answer above, with the rule it comes from, plus the full 22-question timed test.
Get the Bahrain Driving Test Questions - BHD 3What this test covers
Topics include road signs, traffic signals, right of way, roundabouts, speed limits, seat belts, fines and penalties, and the safe-driving rules specific to your vehicle category. Full question-by-question feedback with explanations is shown immediately after you finish the test above.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions is the Northern General Directorate of Traffic light vehicle theory test?
The official General Directorate of Traffic light vehicle theory test in Northern has 35 questions and you need 26 correct (75%) to pass. This practice test has 22 questions.
Is this the real exam?
These are practice questions to help you revise, written to the published rules and to what candidates report from the real test. They are not the official Bahrain exam and the real question bank, format, fees and pass mark are set by the General Directorate of Traffic (Ministry of Interior), and can change. Always confirm the current requirements with your driving school or the traffic department.
Is this practice test free?
The first 10 questions are free, with no signup, and each shows the answer and the reason. The full 22-question test, timed, is in the Bahrain Driving Test Questions PDF (BHD 3, one payment), with every question in the bank.
What does the Northern light vehicle theory test cover?
Road signs, traffic signals, right of way, roundabouts, speed limits, seat belts, penalties and safe-driving rules, plus the handling and safety topics specific to your vehicle.