Al Shamal General Directorate of Traffic Motorcycle
Timed mock exam· Full mock examsAl Shamal General Directorate of Traffic - Qatar Motorcycle Theory Mock Test 3
Third full motorcycle mock exam and a great final readiness check before your real bike theory test. Another distinct set of 40 timed questions.
What does an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) do during emergency braking?
The other 30 questions in this test
Read them all. The answer and the reason for each, and the timed 40-question run, are in the Qatar Driving Theory Online Practice Bank.
- Q11Road signs and signals
A traffic police officer, a traffic light and a road sign at the same junction give you different instructions. Which do you follow?
- AThe police officer's signal
- BThe traffic light, because it is automatic
- CThe road sign, because it is permanent
- DWhichever instruction is least restrictive
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- Q12Traffic rules
During a sandstorm in Qatar, which lights should be used if you must continue driving at very low speed?
- AHigh-beam headlights, as they penetrate dust better
- BHazard lights only, to signal distress to other drivers
- CNo lights, to avoid blinding others in the dust cloud
- DLow-beam headlights and front fog lights, if fitted
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- Q13Right of way
You are turning left at a junction. An oncoming vehicle is turning right from the opposite direction. Who must give way?
- AYou, because your left turn crosses the path of oncoming traffic
- BThe vehicle turning right, because it is turning across your lane
- CWhichever vehicle reached the junction second
- DThe smaller of the two vehicles
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- Q14Safe driving
What warning sign indicates you may be about to experience a tyre blowout?
- AThe temperature gauge rising above normal
- BThe engine note rising unexpectedly
- CAll dashboard warning lights illuminating together
- DSudden vibration, a loud bang, and the vehicle pulling strongly to one side
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- Q15Penalties and fines
Which driving strategy best protects a driver in Qatar from reaching the black-point suspension threshold?
- AConsistently obeying traffic laws so that no points are awarded in the first place.
- BPaying fines quickly, which resets all accumulated points to zero.
- CTransferring the vehicle's registration to another family member to split the points.
- DPaying a premium to have points removed after each violation.
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- Q16Road signs and signals
A plate under a school-zone sign limits speed to 40 km/h from 07:00 to 14:00 on school days. It is a public holiday and the time is 08:30. What limit applies?
- AThe road's normal posted limit, because the plate limits the 40 km/h to school days
- B40 km/h, because the time falls between 07:00 and 14:00
- C80 km/h on every road during public holidays
- DNo limit applies while the school is closed
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- Q17Traffic rules
How does wet road surface affect your braking distance in Qatar compared to a dry road?
- ABraking distance increases significantly and you must leave a much larger gap
- BIt has no significant effect if your tyres are inflated correctly
- CBraking distance decreases because wet tyres grip grooves better
- DOnly vehicles without ABS are affected by wet roads
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- Q18Right of way
A flashing red signal at a level crossing has been installed alongside a STOP sign. What must you do?
- ASlow to 20 km/h and cross quickly
- BStop only if you see a train
- CCross if no warning sound is heard
- DStop at the stop line and only proceed when the crossing is confirmed safe
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- Q19Safe driving
How do Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) help drivers in Qatar?
- AThey automatically inflate the tyre back to the correct pressure
- BThey alert the driver when a tyre pressure drops to an unsafe level
- CThey eliminate the need to check tyre pressure manually
- DThey measure tread depth and warn when tyres need replacing
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- Q20Penalties and fines
What must a driver do when approaching a police or traffic checkpoint in Qatar?
- AContinue at the same speed if they believe they have done nothing wrong.
- BSlow down, stop as directed and cooperate with the officers.
- CTurn around before reaching the checkpoint to avoid queuing.
- DStop briefly, then drive off if no officer approaches within 30 seconds.
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- Q21Traffic rules
What does a speed limit sign show in Qatar?
- AThe minimum speed you must travel at all times
- BThe recommended speed for the type of road, which you may exceed if safe
- CThe maximum speed permitted under ideal conditions; you must go slower if conditions require it
- DThe average speed measured by cameras along that road
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- Q22Right of way
You are merging from an acceleration lane onto the highway. Traffic on the highway is heavy but moving. What is the correct technique?
- AStop at the end of the acceleration lane and wait for a large gap
- BForce your way into the highway lane as you have been waiting longest
- CSlow down in the acceleration lane to create a gap behind highway traffic
- DAccelerate to match highway speed in the acceleration lane and merge smoothly into a gap
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- Q23Safe driving
Before starting a journey, you notice one tyre looks visibly flat. What should you do?
- ADrive slowly to the nearest petrol station to inflate it
- BDo not drive; inflate or replace the tyre before setting off
- CDrive normally; modern tyres can handle temporary low pressure
- DCheck the pressure in the other three tyres to confirm it is just one
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- Q24Penalties and fines
A driver approaching a checkpoint in Qatar spots it ahead and makes a quick U-turn to avoid it. What offence may they have committed?
- ANo offence, as they had not yet reached the checkpoint.
- BA minor traffic infraction for the U-turn only, with no additional offence.
- CThe driver can only be charged if an officer physically waved them through first.
- DFailing to comply with a police checkpoint, and potentially an illegal U-turn. Both carry penalties.
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- Q25Traffic rules
When is it unsafe to change lanes on a Qatar expressway?
- AWhen travelling at exactly the speed limit
- BOnly when a continuous white line is present
- CWhen a vehicle is in your blind spot, when gaps are insufficient, or when approaching an exit
- DLane changes on an expressway are always safe at night
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- Q26Right of way
A wide load vehicle is travelling slowly on a two-lane road with outriders in front signalling vehicles to hold back. What must you do?
- AOvertake the outrider to pass the slow convoy
- BSlow down and follow the outriders' instructions to give way to the convoy
- CSound your horn to signal the convoy to speed up
- DTreat the outriders as ordinary drivers with no authority
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- Q27Safe driving
What is the legal requirement for a warning triangle in Qatar?
- AWarning triangles are optional safety accessories and not legally required
- BHazard lights replace the legal need for a warning triangle in Qatar
- CWarning triangles are only required for heavy vehicles, not private cars
- DVehicles must carry a warning triangle and it must be placed to warn approaching traffic in a breakdown or crash
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- Q28Penalties and fines
At a checkpoint in Qatar, an officer asks a driver to step out of the vehicle and present their licence and Istimara. The driver refuses. What is the likely outcome?
- AA small administrative fine and the driver is free to leave.
- BArrest for failing to comply with a lawful police instruction and additional charges related to obstruction.
- CThe officer cannot force compliance; the driver can legally decline.
- DNo penalty if the driver does eventually comply after a short delay.
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- Q29Traffic rules
An emergency vehicle with lights and sirens activated is approaching from behind in Qatar. What must you do?
- AMaintain your speed so you do not obstruct traffic flow
- BMove to the left lane and slow down slightly
- CFollow the emergency vehicle through traffic to take advantage of the gap
- DPull to the right and stop safely to let the vehicle pass
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- Q30Right of way
You are approaching a roundabout and see the road marking 'GIVE WAY' painted on the road before the entry line. What must you do?
- AStop completely regardless of traffic in the roundabout
- BEnter the roundabout and signal for space
- CYield to vehicles already in the roundabout before entering
- DThe road marking is for guidance only and does not require action
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- Q31Safe driving
You are driving at 100 km/h. A child runs onto the expressway approximately 60 metres ahead. You react normally. What is the likely outcome?
- AYou will stop comfortably with room to spare because ABS halves the braking distance
- BYou will stop exactly at the point of the hazard, which is the design limit of modern brakes
- CYour vehicle will not stop in time on a dry road because total stopping distance at 100 km/h typically exceeds 60 metres
- DThe outcome depends only on road surface and not on speed
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- Q32Penalties and fines
What is Metrash and how does it relate to traffic fines in Qatar?
- AA private insurance comparison website unrelated to government fines
- BA toll payment system for highway travel
- CThe Ministry of Interior's official app, where residents can check and pay traffic fines and report minor accidents
- DAn app only for renewing the Istimara, not for paying traffic fines
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- Q33Traffic rules
You are stopped at a red light in Qatar when an ambulance approaches from behind with sirens sounding. What should you do?
- AMove forward carefully if there is space, or to the side, to create a gap without entering the intersection unsafely
- BRun the red light immediately to clear the way
- CStay where you are; the ambulance will find another route
- DSwitch on hazard lights but do not move until the light turns green
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- Q34Right of way
You are driving and a police officer at a junction signals you to stop with a raised hand, even though your traffic light is green. What must you do?
- AProceed on the green light; traffic lights take priority over officers
- BStop immediately; a police officer's signal overrides the traffic light
- CSlow down but continue through the junction
- DStop only if the officer is wearing a high-visibility jacket
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- Q35Safe driving
What effect does carrying extra passengers and luggage have on your vehicle's braking distance?
- AIt decreases braking distance because more weight improves tyre grip
- BIt has no effect on braking distance in vehicles with ABS
- CIt affects fuel economy only, not braking performance
- DIt increases braking distance because greater mass requires more force to decelerate
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- Q36Penalties and fines
Where can a driver check the traffic violations recorded against them and pay the fines?
- AIn the Ministry of Interior's Metrash app or on the MOI website
- BOnly on social media groups that share fine lists
- COnly at the driving school where they trained
- DOnly at a police station after a court hearing
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- Q37Traffic rules
What does a solid red traffic light mean in Qatar?
- ASlow down and be prepared to stop
- BStop completely before the stop line and do not proceed until the light changes
- CYou may proceed with caution if no crossing traffic is visible
- DStop only if pedestrians are crossing
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- Q38Right of way
You are on a narrow bridge that is only wide enough for one vehicle. An oncoming vehicle is already on the bridge. What should you do?
- AWait at your end of the bridge and allow the oncoming vehicle to pass first
- BProceed onto the bridge because you approached first
- CBoth vehicles proceed slowly and squeeze past each other
- DSound your horn to demand the other vehicle reverses
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- Q39Safe driving
You are behind a large truck on a two-lane road and cannot see the road ahead. What should you do?
- AMove into the oncoming lane briefly to see around the truck
- BFlash your headlights to signal the truck driver to speed up
- CClose the gap so you can see past the truck using its mirrors
- DIncrease your following distance to improve your view and wait for a safe overtaking opportunity
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- Q40Penalties and fines
Can a driver pay outstanding traffic fines in Qatar without visiting a government office in person?
- ANo. All fines must be paid in cash at a traffic court only.
- BYes. Fines can be paid through the Metrash app, the official e-government portal and selected bank or payment channels.
- CFines can only be paid at the police station where the ticket was issued.
- DQatar does not accept online fine payment; all payments are by cheque only.
Answer and explanation in the bank
Every answer above, with the rule it comes from, plus the full 40-question timed test.
Get the Qatar Driving Theory Online Practice Bank - QAR 39What 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 Shamal General Directorate of Traffic motorcycle theory test?
The official General Directorate of Traffic motorcycle theory test in Al Shamal has 40 questions and you need 37 correct (92.5%) to pass. This practice test has 40 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 40-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 Shamal motorcycle 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.