Umm Salal General Directorate of Traffic Light vehicle
Practice mode· Road signsUmm Salal General Directorate of Traffic - Qatar Road Signs Practice Test 2
Covers the second set of 22 road signs: informational signs, direction signs, road markings and more. Complete both tests to master the full GCC sign vocabulary used in Qatar.
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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.
- Q11Road signs and signals
Where must you not park near a pedestrian crossing in Qatar?
- AWithin the zigzag markings or restricted zone on the approach to the crossing
- BAnywhere within 500 metres of a crossing
- CParking is always permitted near crossings if the car is half on the pavement
- DOnly on the far side of the crossing
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- Q12Road signs and signals
On a multi-lane expressway in Qatar, which lane should you normally use?
- AThe left lane at all times as it is the fastest
- BAny lane with equal frequency to distribute tyre wear
- CThe right lane, moving to the left only to overtake
- DThe centre lane to allow faster vehicles to pass on both sides
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- Q13Road signs and signals
You are driving on an expressway and see a Variable Message Sign (VMS) showing a lower speed limit than the posted permanent sign. Which limit applies?
- AThe permanent sign, as it is legally binding
- BThe higher of the two limits
- CThe lower VMS limit; it overrides the permanent sign
- DNeither applies; VMS signs are advisory only in Qatar
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- Q14Road signs and signals
What does an end-of-speed-restriction sign look like?
- AA green circle with the word END
- BThe same speed-limit sign repeated with a red X
- CA white triangle pointing downwards
- DA grey or white circle with a diagonal black line through a speed number or crossed diagonal lines
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- Q15Road signs and signals
What does a sign showing a white arrow pointing straight ahead on a blue background in a roundabout mean?
- AYou may exit at any point of the roundabout
- BNo entry from this direction
- CYou must follow the direction shown by the arrow and continue in the indicated direction
- DLane reserved for buses only
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- Q16Road signs and signals
What colour and shape are mandatory instruction signs in Qatar (signs that tell you what you MUST do)?
- ABlue circle with white symbols
- BRed triangle with white background
- CGreen rectangle with white text
- DYellow diamond with black symbols
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- Q17Road signs and signals
You reach a Stop sign in Qatar and the junction is completely clear in both directions. What must you do?
- ASlow to walking pace and continue if nothing is coming
- BContinue at the same speed because the road is clear
- CCome to a full stop at the stop line, then go when it is safe
- DStop only if a police officer or camera is present
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- Q18Road signs and signals
What does it mean when a road sign is accompanied by a rectangular supplementary plate below it?
- AThe sign below the plate always cancels the sign above
- BThe main sign applies only in emergencies
- CThe plate gives additional information, such as the times or vehicles to which the sign applies
- DThe sign is a temporary restriction
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- Q19Road signs and signals
A speed-limit sign shows 80 km/h. A supplementary plate below it reads 06:00 - 22:00. What is the speed limit at 03:00?
- A80 km/h, because speed limits are always in force
- B120 km/h, the standard night expressway limit
- C40 km/h, because extra care is required at night
- DThe national or road default limit, as the 80 km/h restriction only applies between 06:00 and 22:00
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- Q20Road signs and signals
What road markings indicate a no-stopping zone at a roadside in Qatar?
- AWhite broken lines parallel to the kerb
- BRed reflective road studs
- CBlue painted road surface
- DYellow kerb markings or yellow lines along the kerb edge
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- Q21Road signs and signals
You want to overtake on a road in Qatar. The centre line is a solid white line. What should you do?
- AOvertake quickly if no traffic is coming
- BSound your horn and overtake on the left shoulder
- CDo not overtake; solid centre lines prohibit crossing the line to pass
- DOnly overtake if you can complete the manoeuvre in under 10 seconds
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- Q22Road signs and signals
Is it legal to use a car horn in a residential area at night in Qatar?
- AYes, the horn may be used freely at all times
- BGenerally no; unnecessary horn use is prohibited, especially at night in residential areas
- CYes, but only three short beeps are allowed
- DOnly if you need to warn a pedestrian
Answer and explanation in the bank
Every answer above, with the rule it comes from, plus the full 22-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 Umm Salal General Directorate of Traffic light vehicle theory test?
The official General Directorate of Traffic light vehicle theory test in Umm Salal 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 Umm Salal 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.