Take Burundi Driving Theory Test Practice Questions - Burundi Permis de Conduire Théorique (Code de la Route) Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

Under the Burundi Highway Code (Loi n° 1/26 du 23 novembre 2012), on which side of the roadway must vehicles circulate under normal driving conditions?

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AOn the right-hand side of the roadway✓BOn the left-hand side of the roadway✓CIn the exact centre of the roadway✓DOn whichever side has fewer potholes and pedestrians✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

When approaching an uncontrolled road intersection where no signs, traffic lights, or police officers are present, which general priority rule applies?

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APriority to the right (priorité à droite)✓BPriority to the larger or heavier vehicle✓CPriority to the vehicle travelling at the highest speed✓DPriority to the vehicle travelling straight ahead over all turning vehicles✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

What is the mandatory legal obligation when approaching a Stop sign (Panneau Arrêt / Stop)?

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ACome to a complete stop at the stop line and yield right-of-way to vehicles on the intersecting road in both directions✓BSlow down to 10 km/h and proceed without stopping if no cross-traffic is visible✓CStop only if a vehicle approaching from the left is within 50 metres✓DSound the horn and proceed immediately if turning right✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

How does a Give Way / Yield sign (Panneau Cédez le passage) differ from a Stop sign?

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AA Give Way sign requires yielding to cross-traffic but does not require a full stop if the intersection is clear✓BA Give Way sign applies only to heavy trucks and public transport minibuses✓CA Give Way sign gives you priority over all vehicles coming from the right✓DA Give Way sign requires stopping only at night or during rain✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

When entering a standard roundabout (carrefour à sens giratoire) in Burundi, which rule of priority applies?

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AYou must yield right-of-way to vehicles already circulating inside the roundabout on your left✓BVehicles entering the roundabout have absolute priority over vehicles already inside✓CThe vehicle with the largest passenger capacity always has priority✓DPriority belongs to the vehicle entering at the highest speed✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

What must a driver do when an emergency vehicle (Police/PSR, fire engine, or ambulance) approaches using its audible siren and flashing blue/red beacons?

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AImmediately clear the way by pulling over to the right and stopping if necessary✓BAccelerate to stay ahead of the emergency vehicle and clear the road faster✓CMaintain normal speed and position because priority rules apply equally to all vehicles✓DStop immediately in the middle of your lane without pulling over✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

Do public utility service vehicles (such as road repair vehicles or tow trucks) flashing amber lights have the same emergency priority exemptions as police and ambulances?

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ANo, amber lights warn other road users of potential hazard or slow movement, but do not confer emergency right-of-way exemptions✓BYes, amber lights grant the same absolute right-of-way as blue emergency sirens✓CYes, all vehicles with any roof-mounted lights are legally exempt from traffic signs✓DNo, amber lights mean the vehicle is operating illegally and must be reported immediately✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

On which side must a driver normally execute an overtaking manoeuvre on a two-way road in Burundi?

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AOn the left-hand side of the vehicle being overtaken✓BOn the right-hand side, using the shoulder or verge✓COn either side, provided there is enough space✓DOn the right-hand side if driving in an urban area✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

In which specific situation is it legally permitted to overtake a vehicle on the right?

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AWhen the driver ahead has clearly signalled an intention to turn left and has moved to the centre of the roadway✓BWhenever the vehicle ahead is travelling 15 km/h below the statutory speed limit✓CWhen driving on a rural highway during daylight hours✓DWhen the vehicle ahead is a heavy goods truck✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Why is overtaking strictly prohibited near the crest of a hill (sommet de côte) on a two-lane two-way road?

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AForward visibility is severely restricted, making it impossible to see oncoming vehicles in time to avoid a head-on collision✓BEngine power decreases near hilltops due to reduced atmospheric pressure✓CVehicles ascending a hill always travel faster than vehicles descending✓DHilltops are designated exclusively for pedestrian crossings✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Which of the following locations is a zone where overtaking is strictly forbidden by the Burundi Road Code?

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AIn sharp curves (virages dangereux) where visibility is insufficient✓BOn straight, flat rural roads with broken centre lines✓COn designated multi-lane one-way dual carriageways✓DIn wide passing lanes specifically signposted for overtaking✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

When approaching a pedestrian crossing where another vehicle in the adjacent lane has slowed down or stopped, what must you do?

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ADo not overtake; slow down and stop if necessary to allow pedestrians to cross safely✓BAccelerate quickly to clear the crossing before the pedestrian steps onto your lane✓CSound your horn continuously to warn pedestrians and proceed past the stopped vehicle✓DOvertake the stopped vehicle on the right using the pedestrian sidewalk✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

What is your legal obligation when another driver has begun overtaking your vehicle?

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AKeep to the right and do not increase your speed until the manoeuvre is fully completed✓BAccelerate to prevent the other vehicle from passing you✓CMove onto the left shoulder to give the overtaking vehicle more room✓DFlash your high beams and sound your horn to force the overtaking vehicle back✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

When completing an overtaking manoeuvre, when is it safe to return to the right-hand lane?

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AWhen you can see the entire front of the overtaken vehicle in your interior rear-view mirror and have signalled right✓BImmediately after your front bumper passes the front bumper of the other vehicle✓CAs soon as you activate your right indicator, regardless of distance✓DOnly after you have travelled at least 500 metres ahead of the vehicle✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

How should a driver position their vehicle on a two-way street when preparing to make a left turn at an upcoming intersection?

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APosition the vehicle near the centre line of the roadway without crossing it, signal left, and yield to oncoming traffic✓BPosition the vehicle on the far right shoulder and make the turn abruptly across both lanes✓CMove entirely into the oncoming traffic lane 50 metres before the junction✓DKeep to the extreme right curb and turn without using turn signals✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

What is the proper procedure for executing a right turn at an intersection?

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APosition the vehicle close to the right curb, signal right, check for cyclists or pedestrians, and enter the rightmost lane of the new road✓BSwing wide into the left oncoming lane before turning right to increase turning momentum✓CTurn directly into the far-left lane of the intersecting roadway without checking blind spots✓DSound the horn and make the right turn without slowing down✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Where is performing a U-turn (demi-tour) strictly prohibited under road safety rules?

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AIn tunnels, on bridges, near hill crests, in blind curves, and wherever visibility is insufficient✓BOn wide, straight open roadways with full 360-degree visibility✓CIn empty public parking lots designated for passenger vehicles✓DAt roundabouts when circulating properly around the central island✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

What is the general rule regarding reversing (marche arrière) on public roads in Burundi?

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AReversing must be used only for short parking manoeuvres, must not impede other traffic, and must yield to all road users✓BReversing is permitted on expressways and highways to reach a missed exit✓CA reversing vehicle always has priority over oncoming and following vehicles✓DReversing does not require looking in mirrors if the hazard warning lights are on✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

Under the Burundi Road Code, what distinguishes a 'stop' (arrêt) from 'parking' (stationnement)?

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AAn arrêt is a brief immobilization strictly for boarding/alighting passengers or loading/unloading goods while the driver remains at or near the vehicle✓BAn arrêt lasts at least two hours, while parking is less than ten minutes✓CAn arrêt applies only to motorcycles, while parking applies only to heavy trucks✓DAn arrêt requires turning off the engine, while parking requires leaving the engine running✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

On a standard two-way roadway outside of urban parking bays, on which side and direction must a vehicle be parked?

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AOn the right-hand side of the road in the direction of traffic flow, as close to the edge or shoulder as possible✓BOn the left-hand side facing opposing traffic to make pulling out easier✓CDiagonally across the centre line to occupy less lane width✓DOn whichever side is shaded by trees, regardless of traffic direction✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

On a one-way street (route à sens unique), what is the rule regarding parking where no specific signage prohibits it?

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AVehicles may park on either the left or the right side of the roadway, provided sufficient lane width remains for moving traffic✓BParking is strictly restricted to the left side only on all one-way streets✓CParking is completely prohibited on both sides of any one-way street✓DVehicles must park facing backwards in the opposite direction of traffic✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

Under Article 339 of the Burundi Highway Code, how close to the edge of a transverse (intersecting) road may a vehicle stop or park?

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ANo closer than 10 metres from the edge of the transverse road✓BNo closer than 5 metres from the edge of the transverse road✓CNo closer than 1 metre from the edge of the transverse road✓DThere is no distance rule; stopping is allowed if the vehicle is not blocking a lane✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Why is parking strictly forbidden on bridges, flyovers, and inside tunnels?

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AThese structures have restricted width and lack escape shoulders, making an immobilized vehicle an immediate collision hazard and evacuation block✓BBridges and tunnels are reserved solely for agricultural vehicles✓CThe asphalt on bridges melts under parked vehicle tyres✓DParking meters cannot be installed on concrete bridge surfaces✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Are motor vehicles permitted to park on sidewalks (trottoirs) intended for pedestrians?

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ANo, sidewalks are exclusively reserved for pedestrian circulation and parking on them is illegal unless explicit signage/markings authorize it✓BYes, provided at least one wheel remains on the roadway✓CYes, as long as the vehicle is a motorcycle or compact car✓DYes, whenever parking on the roadway would slow down other vehicles✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

When parking a manual transmission vehicle facing uphill on a steep street with a curb, what precautions must you take?

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AFirmly engage the handbrake, engage first gear (or park mode), and turn the front wheels away from the curb (to the left)✓BLeave the gear lever in neutral and turn off the engine without setting the handbrake✓CEngage reverse gear and turn the front wheels towards the centre of the roadway✓DRely solely on the footbrake without engaging any gear✓