Drivers Licence
Drivers Licence
Drivers Licence
licence in Zimbabwe. Find links to the other posts at the bottom of the
page. These questions are from a provisional driving test questions pdf
Zimbabwe 2023.
3) What must you do when under the influence of drugs and alcohol?
5) When you are temporarily parked by the side of the road at night, you
are to leave…?
6) Clutch is used to
Bridges
8) What must be avoided when raining?
Reversing only
13) How far from the corner are you allowed to park?
7.5 meters
14) A red light with a green arrow pointing straight ahead means
Going uphill
This is the second in a series of posts designed to help you get your driver's licence in
Zimbabwe. Find links to the other posts at the bottom of the page. These questions are from a
provisional driving test questions pdf Zimbabwe 2023.
Remember to verify them with a certified instructor from a registered driving school.
Question 1. What shape and colour is a warning sign?
Diamond Shape – Yellow and Black
Question 12. Name some places where you should not overtake.
– Where you cannot see far enough ahead
– a humpback bridge
– too close to junctions
– corners
– pedestrian crossing
– hatch markings
– over a continuous white line.
Question 13. Name some places where you should not park.
– Too close to a junction
– opposite a stationary vehicle
– corners
– double yellow lines
– single yellow lines (within time zones)
– opposite a continuous white line.
50km/h
60km/h
80km/h
1. 25 mtrs.
2. 35 mtrs.
3. 55 mtrs.
Question 16. What do the rules of the road say about sounding your horn?
You should not sound your horn between the hours of 11.30 pm and 7.00 am except in
emergencies.
Question 17. To keep your vehicle in legal condition, what should you pay particular
attention to?
– Brakes
– lights
– tyres
– steering
– indicators
– wipers
– speedometer
– horn
– silencer.
Question 18. What are the minimum lighting requirements for your vehicle?
A motor vehicle (except a motorcycle) must be equipped with two headlights (white or yellow),
two white side lights (front), two red rear lights, two red stop lights at the rear, two red rear
reflectors, number plate lighting to the rear and amber directional indicators front and rear.
Question 20. How should you approach a green light that has been green from the first
time you have seen it?
Approach with caution at a speed which would enable you to stop safely if necessary, preferably
in 3rd gear or lower.
Keeping the clutch depressed while moving, or out of gear while the car is coming to a stop.
Question 22. When parked on the left, what should you do before moving off?
Check your rear and right mirrors, signal and look over your right shoulder to check your blind
spot and look forward again before moving off.
Question 23. Which is the safest way to park your vehicle at night?
Passenger side to the kerb, (reflectors to the following traffic).
Remember to verify them with a certified instructor from a registered driving school.
Question 26. What side of the road should your passengers alight from,
especially children?
Pavement side.
Question 27. If a blind person were crossing the road, how would you know that
he/she was blind?
There would be two reflective bands on his/her white stick or guide dog.
– On a one-way street.
Question 29. What should you do before doing any type of manoeuvre?
Check the mirror, give appropriate signals and check blind spots.
Question 32. If you were driving along the road and felt drowsy, what should you
do?
Pull over, stop and open your window. (DO NOT DRIVE WHEN DROWSY)
Question 33. At a pelican crossing what does a flashing amber light mean?
Proceed with caution if no pedestrian is crossing.
Question 34. When should you use your lights during daylight hours?
During poor visibility, falling snow, fog or rain.
Provisional Driving Test 🚗 (Questions & Sample Answers 2023) Zimbabwe Part 4
This is the fourth in a series of posts designed to help you get your driver's licence in
Zimbabwe. Find links to the other posts at the bottom of the page. These questions are
from a provisional driving test questions pdf Zimbabwe 2023.
Remember to verify them with a certified instructor from a registered driving school.
Question 51. What vehicles must you give way to at a junction of equal
importance?
All vehicles approaching from your right and traffic already at the junction.
Question 52. Name some signs and road markings that would prohibit you from
parking?
No parking signs, clearway signs, bus lane signs, yellow lines or continuous double
white lines in the centre of the road.
Question 55. What must you make sure of before starting a reverse?
That you have a clear view and that no pedestrians, especially children, are crossing
behind you.
Look out for cyclists.
Question 56. How do you approach and take the third exit off an ordinary four-
road roundabout?
You must check your rear and right mirrors signal right and manoeuvre right (just left of
centre) on approach. Maintain your signal until you reach the exit before the one you
want to take, then you must check your rear & left mirror and change your signal to the
left, manoeuvre left and exit.
Question 57. How should you take the 2nd exit off a roundabout?
You must check your mirrors, drive-in on the left-hand side, no signal until you pass the
first exit, check your mirrors, then signal left and exit.
Question 62. What should you not do when you are being overtaken?
Accelerate or move to the right.
Question 63. What position should you adopt when turning right?
Just left of the centre line of the road, except in cases of emergency.
Question 64. What is the meaning of a single white line in the centre of the road?
It divides the road and should not be crossed except in exceptional circumstances e.g.
an accident, road works, parked cars, cyclists or other obstructions.
Question 66. What sign prohibits you from entering a one-way street?
A round sign, white within a red circle, and arrow with a slash through it.
Question 68. What is the difference between a single yellow line and a double
yellow line?
Single yellow line – parking at certain times is allowed, read the signposts.
Double yellow line – No parking at any time.
Question 69. What are the rules for giving hand signals?
Clearly and in good time, and for long enough to be understood.
Question 70. If you are asked by a Police officer to produce your driving licence
and you don’t have it with you, what is your position by law?
You are required to carry your licence while driving but you have 10 days to produce
your licence at a Police Station of your choice.
Question 74. Immediately after parking, what instrument should be operated first?
Question 75. When driving on country roads, what should you pay particular
attention to?
Wandering animals, farm machinery, concealed entrances and persons herding
animals.
Question 76. What legal requirements must you have before going to drive a
vehicle?
Valid licence, valid tax and insurance and a roadworthy vehicle.
Question 79. What type of road should you never reverse into?
A major road or a one-way street.
Question 80. Where would you see a triangle painted on the road?
On approach to junctions, roundabouts and yield signs.
Question 40. What markings are you likely to find at traffic lights?
Stop line – two pedestrian lines – two yellow lines – continuous white line –
yellow box – directional arrows.
Question 41. What road markings would you expect to see prohibiting
you from entering a one-way street?
A continuous white line painted across the entrance of the road, backed by
a broken white line, also a NO ENTRY sign.
Question 44. On your driving test, while doing your turnabout, must
the manoeuvre be completed in three movements?
No, it can be done in 3, 5 or 7 movements. The less the better. Most cars
can do it in three depending on the size of the road and car.
Question 48. Name some conditions that you would need to increase
your braking distance.
Rain (road wet after a dry spell), ice, snow, fallen leaves, loose chippings,
worn tyres.