There are many different road signs and road markings. One of the largest sections within the driving theory test covers road signs and road markings.
Either test your luck or read through the road signs and road markings tutorials, then test yourself with the road markings quiz below.
Many of the questions in the quiz will be asked during the actual driving theory test.
This free road markings and lines test quiz simply enables you to select the answer you believe to be correct and to select the ‘Check’ button. This allows you to instantly see the answer and enables you to memorise it. If you are unsure which answer to select, use the handy ‘Hint’ button to help.
After you’ve taken the road markings and lines quiz, if you haven’t done so yet, you may also test your ability at road signs with our 45 question road sign test quiz.
Theory test road marking and lines quiz
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Question 1 of 14
1. Question
Long white lines with short gaps in centre of road –
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White zigzag lines are used at
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Question 3 of 14
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This white arrow on the road ahead means
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On some roads, this marking appears just before a
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Give way road markings
Give way road markings represent the give way triangle sign and are used on some roads to offer motorists an extra visual aid warning them of a junction ahead. See give way signs and road markings for further information. -
Question 5 of 14
5. Question
On this single yellow line, you may
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Single and double yellow lines
It is prohibited to park or wait on double yellow lines at any time. It is permissible however to wait or park on single yellow lines outside of their hours of operation. Hours of control are displayed on a time plate close to the lines. See single yellow lines for further information. -
Question 6 of 14
6. Question
Zig Zag lines found outside schools, you must not stop
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Question 7 of 14
7. Question
The yellow criss-cross lines on roads inform
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Yellow criss-cross lines painted on roads
Yellow criss-cross lines are usually painted onto the road surface at junctions. These lines are called box junctions where it is a prohibition to enter the box if your exit is not clear which results in your vehicle blocking the junction. See box junctions for further information on how to use box junctions and the law. -
Question 8 of 14
8. Question
Approaching a roundabout you see this line. You must
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Dashed line at roundabout
The dashed line signifies a give way. As it is a roundabout, you must give way to traffic from the right. Always slow down in good time when approaching a roundabout to enable you to either safely stop to give way to traffic, or to proceed without the need to stop if it is clear and safe to do so. See roundabouts in the driving test tips section for the correct procedure at approaching and using roundabouts. -
Question 9 of 14
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From your side of the road, these lines mean
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Crossing a centre solid white line
It is illegal to cross a solid white line if the line nearest to you is solid, except under specific circumstances. You are permitted to straddle or cross a continuous solid white line to enter a side road or property, to manoeuvre round a stationary vehicle blocking your side of the road, to overtake a cyclists, horse or a road works vehicle moving at 10 mph (16 km/h) or less. See double white lines for further information. -
Question 10 of 14
10. Question
The road markings in the centre of this road mean?
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Hatched road markings
Hatched road markings are used to separate traffic lanes at hazardous locations. Some hatched markings are edged with a broken line, whilst advised not to enter these, it is perfectly legal to do so. Those surrounded by a solid white line however must not be entered except in an emergency. See hatched road markings for further information. -
Question 11 of 14
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Sign obscured by tree, at this junction you should
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Stop lines
Stop lines at junctions are usually accompanied by a stop sign. However, if you are unable to see a sign due to it being covered by snow or obscured by a fallen tree for example, you must always stop at a solid white stop line regardless of whether it appears safe and clear to proceed. See stop road signs and markings for further information. -
Question 12 of 14
12. Question
Where would these road markings be located?
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Chevron road markings
These type of markings are located on motorways and dual carriageways to separate traffic on the carriageway from those entering or leaving via a slip road. Chevron road markings that are bordered by a solid white line must not be entered other than in an emergency. See dual carriageways and motorways for further details. -
Question 13 of 14
13. Question
On double red lines you may
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Red lines and red routes
The single and double red lines are known as red routes. It is prohibited to stop or wait on double red lines at any time. It is permissible however to stop on single red lines outside of their times of operation displayed on a time plate. See red routes for further information. -
Question 14 of 14
14. Question
When can you drive in a bus lane?
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Driving in bus lanes
It is prohibited to drive in bus lanes unless there is a time plate displaying its hours of operation. If a time plate is displayed, it is permissible to use the bus lane outside of the hours displayed. The bus lane road markings section helps those taking the theory test.
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