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Al Khor General Directorate of Traffic - Qatar Safe Driving Practice Test

Covers defensive driving, following distances, fatigue, visibility, adverse weather and hazard awareness. Safe driving habits save lives and keep your licence clean.

Free sample · 1 of 10Full test: 22 questions, 21 to pass
Q1
Safe driving

Who in a car should wear a seatbelt on Qatar roads?

Close-up of the car's seat belt.
Pick an answer to see the reason.

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 Qatar Driving Theory Online Practice Bank.

Unlock the answers - QAR 39
  1. Q11
    Safe driving

    You are driving at 120 km/h on a Qatar expressway when the vehicle ahead brakes sharply. You are maintaining the recommended 2-second gap. Approximately how far do you travel during your reaction time alone before braking begins?

    The view through the windscreen from the driver's seat: keeping a safe gap to the car ahead.
    • AApproximately 5 metres because modern cars detect braking automatically
    • BApproximately 33 metres in a 1-second reaction time
    • CApproximately 120 metres because speed and time are equal in metric
    • DApproximately 10 metres regardless of speed

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  2. Q12
    Safe driving

    Your front right tyre blows out at highway speed. What is the correct immediate action?

    Close-up of the car's tyre pressure.
    • ABrake hard immediately to stop as quickly as possible
    • BTurn the steering sharply in the direction opposite to the blow-out
    • CGrip the steering firmly, ease off the accelerator, and steer straight to a safe stop
    • DIncrease speed briefly to regain stability then brake

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  3. Q13
    Safe driving

    How often should you check your tyre pressure in Qatar during the summer months?

    Close-up of the car's tyre pressure.
    • AOnly when a warning light appears on the dashboard
    • BEvery six months during the annual vehicle service
    • CImmediately after a long drive while the tyres are warm
    • DAt least once a week, always when the tyres are cold

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  4. Q14
    Safe driving

    What does an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) do during emergency braking?

    A car dashboard with the abs warning light lit in amber.
    • AIt automatically steers the vehicle away from danger
    • BIt stops the vehicle in a shorter distance than any non-ABS car regardless of road conditions
    • CIt transfers brake force only to the rear wheels to prevent spin
    • DIt prevents the wheels from locking so the driver can steer while braking

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  5. Q15
    Safe driving

    When your vehicle is fitted with ABS and you need to brake in an emergency, what is the correct technique?

    A car dashboard with the abs warning light lit in amber.
    • APress the brake pedal hard and hold it down continuously
    • BPump the brakes rapidly yourself to mimic the ABS action
    • CApply light pressure only so the ABS can work safely
    • DUse the handbrake alongside the footbrake for maximum stopping power

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  6. Q16
    Safe driving

    What is the minimum recommended distance you should sit from the steering wheel to allow an airbag to deploy safely?

    A car dashboard with the airbag warning light lit in red.
    • AAbout 25 cm (10 inches) between the chest and the steering wheel hub
    • BAs close as possible for maximum steering control
    • CAt least 60 cm so the airbag has room to expand fully
    • DDistance does not matter if the seatbelt is worn

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  7. Q17
    Safe driving

    How should you correctly adjust your driving mirrors before starting a journey?

    The view through the windscreen from the driver's seat: a side mirror and the blind spot beside the car.
    • AAdjust all mirrors so blind spots are minimised and you have a clear rear and side view
    • BPoint the interior mirror upward to reduce glare from headlights at all times
    • CAdjust only the interior mirror; exterior mirrors are set at the factory
    • DSet the mirrors after reaching the first traffic signal

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  8. Q18
    Safe driving

    Which area around your vehicle represents the most dangerous blind spot when changing lanes on a motorway?

    The view through the windscreen from the driver's seat: a side mirror and the blind spot beside the car.
    • ADirectly in front of the vehicle beyond the bonnet
    • BDirectly behind the vehicle as seen in the interior mirror
    • CThe zone diagonally behind each shoulder, not visible in door mirrors
    • DThe area visible only when reversing

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  9. Q19
    Safe driving

    You are driving in a sandstorm and visibility on the expressway drops to almost nothing. What should you do?

    The view through the windscreen from the driver's seat: a sandstorm cutting visibility.
    • ASlow to 40 km/h and keep going with the hazard lights on
    • BFollow the tail lights of the vehicle immediately ahead closely
    • CLeave the carriageway, stop well clear of the traffic, and then switch on the hazard lights
    • DUse high-beam headlights so other drivers can see you from further away

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  10. Q20
    Safe driving

    Which lights should you use when driving in fog or a sandstorm with reduced visibility?

    The view through the windscreen from the driver's seat: a sandstorm cutting visibility.
    • ADipped headlights and front fog lights if fitted
    • BHigh-beam (full-beam) headlights to see further ahead
    • CParking lights only to avoid dazzling other drivers
    • DHazard warning lights alone are sufficient

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  11. Q21
    Safe driving

    When driving at night, why should you reduce your speed compared to daytime?

    The view through the windscreen from the driver's seat: oncoming headlights at night.
    • ARoad rules require a lower speed limit between sunset and sunrise regardless of conditions
    • BYour headlights illuminate only a short distance, reducing the time you have to react to hazards
    • CYour engine operates less efficiently in cooler night air
    • DOther drivers expect you to be slower at night so lane discipline is less important

    Answer and explanation in the bank

  12. Q22
    Safe driving

    An oncoming vehicle is using high-beam headlights and dazzling you at night. What is the safest response?

    The view through the windscreen from the driver's seat: oncoming headlights at night.
    • AFlash your high beams repeatedly until the driver dips their lights
    • BClose your eyes briefly to protect your night vision
    • CAccelerate quickly to pass the oncoming vehicle faster
    • DLook toward the left edge of your lane and reduce speed until the vehicle passes

    Answer and explanation in the bank

Every answer above, with the rule it comes from, plus the full 22-question timed test.

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What 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 Al Khor General Directorate of Traffic light vehicle theory test?

The official General Directorate of Traffic light vehicle theory test in Al Khor has 40 questions and you need 37 correct (92.5%) 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 Qatar exam and the real question bank, format, fees and pass mark are set by the General Directorate of Traffic (Ministry of Interior) and the driving schools, and can change. Always confirm the current requirements with your driving school or the traffic department (for example via the Metrash service).

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 Qatar Driving Theory Online Practice Bank (QAR 39, one payment), with every question in the bank.

What does the Al Khor 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.

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