Antigua and Barbuda Learner Driver Theory Test

What is the shape of a standard regulatory STOP sign in Antigua and Barbuda?

• AAn eight-sided octagon with a red background and white letters
• BAn inverted triangle with a yellow background and black border
• CA circle with a red border and a white background
• DA diamond-shaped sign with an orange background

What does an upright triangular sign with a red border and a white background indicate to a driver?

• AA mandatory command that must be obeyed
• BA hazard warning alerting you of road conditions ahead
• CAn informational notice showing local services
• DA temporary parking restriction zone

What action must you take when approaching an inverted triangular sign that reads 'GIVE WAY'?

• ASpeed up to merge before any other approaching vehicle
• BStop only if an emergency vehicle is approaching
• CSlow down and yield right of way to traffic on the major road, stopping if necessary
• DSound your horn and proceed without slowing down

What is indicated by a circular sign with a red border containing the numeral '20'?

• AThe maximum legal speed limit is 20 mph
• BThe recommended minimum speed is 20 mph
• CThe distance to the nearest village is 20 miles
• DVehicles weighing over 20 tons are prohibited

What does a single solid continuous white line painted along the centre of a two-lane road signify?

• ADrivers may overtake freely at any time
• BThe road is reserved exclusively for public buses and taxis
• CParking is permitted along the centerline
• DYou must not cross or straddle the line to overtake other moving vehicles

What is the meaning of a broken white line with short dashes and wide gaps down the center of the road?

• AThe lane is closing immediately ahead
• BIt divides opposing traffic lanes and allows overtaking when the road ahead is clear and…
• CNo crossing is permitted under any circumstance
• DIt indicates an emergency vehicle stopping zone

What is the primary rule when approaching a Yellow Box Junction marked with criss-cross yellow lines?

• AYou must not enter the box unless your exit road or lane is clear, except when waiting to…
• BYou must always stop inside the box before proceeding
• CYou may enter and stop inside the box at any time during peak traffic hours
• DOnly public transport buses are allowed to enter the yellow box area

What do white zigzag road markings painted on the approach to a Zebra pedestrian crossing indicate?

• AMotorists may park temporarily to pick up passengers
• BThe speed limit automatically increases to 40 mph
• CParking, waiting, and overtaking the leading vehicle within the zigzag area are strictly…
• DVehicles must weave back and forth between the zigzag patterns

What does a circular blue sign containing a white arrow pointing to the left mean?

• ALeft turn is optional if traffic is light
• BVehicles must turn left ahead (mandatory instruction)
• CA one-way street begins on the right
• DNo left turn is permitted

What is the meaning of a circular red sign with a horizontal white bar across the center?

• AHospital ahead with emergency entrance
• BLevel crossing with automatic barriers
• CDead end street with no through road
• DNo Entry for all motor vehicles

When driving along rural roads in Antigua, what does a triangular warning sign with an animal (cow or donkey) symbol mean?

• ALikely presence of roaming livestock or cattle on or near the road ahead
• BA designated animal farm where milk is sold
• CVehicles carrying agricultural produce have right of way
• DHorse-drawn carriages are strictly prohibited on this route

What hazard does a triangular sign showing two black lines narrowing inwards from both sides indicate?

• ADual carriageway begins ahead
• BSteep ascent ahead on both sides
• CRoad narrows from both sides ahead
• DVehicles with wide loads must turn around

When a road has a solid white line alongside a broken white line down the center, which rule applies?

• ANeither side may cross the line under any circumstances
• BDrivers on the side of the broken line may cross to overtake when safe, while drivers on…
• CDrivers on the side of the solid line have priority to overtake
• DThe markings apply only to heavy goods vehicles and buses

What is indicated by a circular sign with a red border, a white background, and a bicycle symbol with a red diagonal slash?

• ABicycles have exclusive priority on this road
• BBicycle repair facility located ahead
• CWatch for crossing pedal cyclists ahead
• DRiding of pedal cycles is prohibited on this roadway

What is the primary function of rectangular green, blue, or white road signs?

• ATo provide directional guidance, destinations, distances, and general information
• BTo issue mandatory criminal traffic orders
• CTo warn of sudden hazardous terrain ahead
• DTo indicate active road construction zones exclusively

What does a triangular warning sign with a double-bump symbol indicate?

• ATwo-way traffic flow ahead
• BA dual humpbridge ahead
• CAn uneven road surface or series of speed bumps ahead
• DA steep hill climbing upwards

What is the legal restriction when a roadway is marked with double solid white lines in the center?

• AMotorists in both directions are strictly prohibited from crossing or straddling the lines
• BDrivers may cross to overtake if no police vehicle is visible
• CVehicles travelling uphill may overtake slower downhill traffic
• DVehicles may park across the lines during daylight hours

What does a circular sign with a blue background, red border, and a single red diagonal line mean?

• ANo Entry for all vehicles
• BWaiting (parking) is prohibited during restricted hours
• CNational speed limit applies
• DVehicles must stop and pay a toll

What is the meaning of a circular sign with a blue background, a red border, and a red cross (X) across it?

• AFirst aid and medical station ahead
• BFour-way intersection ahead
• CRailway crossing with barrier
• DClearway: Stopping is strictly prohibited at any time

What should you do when you see a triangular warning sign with a bold exclamation mark (!) inside?

• ABe alert for unspecified general hazards ahead and proceed with extra caution
• BImmediately come to an emergency stop
• CSound your horn continuously until you pass the sign
• DAccelerate to pass the hazard area quickly

What does a single broad white line painted across your lane at an intersection with a STOP sign signify?

• AYou may roll slowly over the line without stopping if no traffic is visible
• BYou must stop only if pedestrians are actively on the road
• CYou must bring your vehicle to a complete halt behind the line before entering the inters…
• DIt marks an exclusive parking space for government vehicles

What does a triangular warning sign depicting silhouettes of children carrying school bags indicate?

• APedestrian sports facility ahead
• BSchool zone, playground, or crossing area ahead where children may be on or near the road
• CAdults are prohibited from walking on the sidewalk
• DA mandatory minimum speed that must be maintained past the school

What hazard is indicated by a triangular warning sign containing two vertical arrows pointing in opposite directions?

• AYou are entering a divided four-lane motorway
• BOvertaking is mandatory for all vehicles
• COne-way traffic only begins immediately
• DTwo-way traffic flow ahead or on the road being joined

What is the meaning of a blue square or rectangular sign with a large white letter 'P'?

• ADesignated parking place where vehicles may park
• BPolice station located on the left
• CPedestrian-only street with no motor vehicles
• DPetrol station open 24 hours

What does a triangular warning sign showing a vehicle on a downward slope with a percentage (e.g. 10%) mean?

• AFuel efficiency increases by 10% on this road
• BThe road width decreases by 10 feet
• CSteep hill downwards ahead; use a lower gear to assist braking
• DMaximum speed limit is reduced by 10 mph

Under the Vehicles and Road Traffic Act, on which side of the road must all driving be done in Antigua and Barbuda?

• AThe right-hand side of the road
• BThe left-hand side of the road
• CThe center of the road at all times
• DThe right-hand side, because most vehicles on the island are right-hand drive

On which side should you normally overtake another moving vehicle in Antigua and Barbuda?

• AOn the right-hand side of that vehicle
• BOn the left-hand side using the shoulder
• COn either side, whichever has more space
• DOn the left, because that is the side you normally drive on

Under what circumstance is it permissible to pass a vehicle on its left-hand side in Antigua and Barbuda?

• AWhenever you are driving faster than the vehicle ahead
• BWhen the vehicle ahead is travelling at the maximum speed limit
• CWhen the driver ahead has signaled an intention to turn right and has positioned their ve…
• DOnly when overtaking a police vehicle

In which direction does traffic circulate around roundabouts in Antigua and Barbuda?

• ACounter-clockwise (anti-clockwise)
• BEither direction depending on traffic density
• CDirectly across the central island
• DClockwise (from left to right around the central island)

When approaching a roundabout in Antigua and Barbuda, to which vehicles must you give way?

• ATraffic already circulating on the roundabout approaching from your right
• BVehicles approaching from behind in your own lane
• CVehicles waiting on the minor road to your left
• DOnly heavy commercial trucks and buses

When taking the first exit (turning left) at a multi-lane roundabout, what is the correct lane and signal procedure?

• AApproach in the right lane with right indicator on, then turn sharply left
• BApproach in the left-hand lane, signal left on approach, and stay in the left lane
• CApproach in any lane with hazard warning lights flashing
• DApproach in the middle with no signal until exiting

When taking an exit to the right (e.g. third exit) at a multi-lane roundabout, what is the correct procedure?

• AApproach in the left lane and signal left continuously
• BApproach in the center without signaling and take whichever lane is empty
• CApproach in the right-hand lane indicating right, maintain position around the island, th…
• DSound horn continuously while circling in the outer left lane

What is the general legal speed limit for motor cars in built-up and urban areas (such as St. John's and villages) in Antigua and Barbuda?

• A20 mph
• B30 mph
• C40 mph
• D50 mph

Under the Second Schedule to the Vehicles and Road Traffic Act (Cap. 460), what is the speed limit for a motor car on roads outside the City of Saint John's and outside any declared speed limit area?

• A15 mph
• B25 mph
• C30 mph
• D40 mph

A motor lorry is travelling on a road outside the City of Saint John's and outside any declared speed limit area. What speed limit applies to it under the Second Schedule to Cap. 460?

• A15 mph
• B20 mph
• C25 mph
• D40 mph

When approaching an uncontrolled T-junction from the minor side road, which vehicle has the right of way?

• AThe vehicle turning out of the minor road
• BWhichever vehicle is larger and heavier
• CWhichever driver flashes their headlights first
• DVehicles traveling along the major through road

When you intend to turn right from a major road into a side street, what must you do regarding oncoming traffic?

• AGive way to oncoming traffic approaching from the opposite direction before turning
• BAccelerate quickly across their path to clear the lane
• CTurn immediately because you are on the major road
• DSound your horn and assume oncoming traffic will yield

In which of the following locations is overtaking another vehicle strictly prohibited?

• AOn a straight section of open highway with clear visibility
• BOn the approach to a blind bend, the crest of a hill, or immediately before a pedestrian…
• CWhen passing a stationary bicycle parked on the grass verge
• DOn any dual-lane road during daylight hours

What must you do when emerging from a private driveway, unpaved track, or petrol station onto a public road?

• ADrive out immediately if you do not see a large truck
• BSound your horn and proceed without stopping
• CClaim right of way over vehicles already on the public road
• DStop and give way to all pedestrians on the footpath and all vehicular traffic on the pub…

What is the meaning of a steady amber light showing alone at a traffic light signal?

• AYou must stop behind the stop line unless you are so close to the line that stopping woul…
• BAccelerate quickly before the red light appears
• CProceed through the junction with caution without slowing
• DAmber indicates that the traffic light is broken

What does a green filter arrow illuminated alongside a red main traffic light mean?

• AAll traffic in all lanes may proceed in any direction
• BYou may proceed only in the direction indicated by the green arrow, provided the way is c…
• CYou must make a complete stop before turning
• DThe filter arrow applies only to emergency vehicles

What is the proper procedure to follow before executing a lane change on a multi-lane roadway?

• ATurn the steering wheel abruptly and signal afterwards
• BApply the Mirror - Signal - Maneuver routine: check interior and side mirrors, check blin…
• CSound your horn and accelerate immediately into the next lane
• DRely solely on your rearview mirror without checking side blind spots

What is the correct rule regarding reversing a motor vehicle onto a main road?

• AYou should never reverse from a side road or private driveway into a main road; reverse i…
• BReversing into a main road is recommended as long as you sound your horn
• CYou may reverse into a main road only during nighttime hours
• DReversing into a main road is legal if you travel at less than 5 mph

Where is it illegal and dangerous to attempt a U-turn in Antigua and Barbuda?

• AIn a wide, empty cul-de-sac with complete visibility
• BIn a designated turning bay
• COn a quiet residential street where both directions are visible for 500 feet
• DOn the crest of a hill, on a blind curve, or where a 'No U-Turn' sign is posted

What must you do when an emergency vehicle (police, ambulance, fire service) approaches with active sirens or flashing lights?

• ARace ahead to stay in front of the emergency vehicle
• BStop immediately in the middle of your lane without moving
• CSafely pull over to the left-hand side of the road, stop, and keep the route clear until…
• DPull over onto the right-hand side against oncoming traffic

When is the use of the vehicle horn appropriate and legal under the Highway Code?

• ATo express frustration at a driver who is slow to move at a green light
• BTo warn other road users of your presence or impending danger where vision is obscured
• CTo greet friends or acquaintances walking on the sidewalk
• DAt all times while driving in residential zones between 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

What is the rule regarding driving or mounting a motor vehicle onto a pedestrian footpath (sidewalk)?

• AYou must never drive on or across a footpath except when crossing via a dropped curb to g…
• BYou may drive on the footpath to bypass stationary traffic during rush hour
• CDriving on footpaths is allowed if hazard lights are activated
• DMotorcycles are permitted to use sidewalks when the road is congested

How should you proceed when approaching an intersection where the traffic signals are completely unlit due to a power outage?

• ASpeed through because there is no red light to stop you
• BAssume you have right of way if you are traveling straight
• CSound your horn and follow the vehicle in front closely
• DTreat the intersection as an uncontrolled junction, slow down, and proceed with extreme c…