Take Gambia Driving Test Practice Questions - The Gambia Driving Licence Theory (Highway Code) Test Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

On which side of the road must vehicles drive in The Gambia?

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AOn the left-hand side✓BOn the right-hand side✓CIn the center of the road, unless overtaking✓DOn either side depending on the time of day✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

When overtaking another vehicle on a multi-lane road in The Gambia, which side should you generally pass on?

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AThe right-hand side✓BThe left-hand side✓CThe shoulder of the road✓DEither side, as long as you flash your headlights✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

What is the general speed limit for motor vehicles in urban and built-up areas in The Gambia?

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A25 km/h✓B50 km/h✓C70 km/h✓D100 km/h✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

What is the maximum speed limit permitted in school zones or near hospitals in The Gambia?

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A25 km/h✓B50 km/h✓C60 km/h✓D80 km/h✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

What is the typical maximum speed limit for private passenger cars on national highways in The Gambia?

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A50 km/h✓B70 km/h✓C100 km/h✓D120 km/h✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

When approaching a roundabout, who has the right-of-way?

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AVehicles already inside the roundabout coming from your left✓BVehicles approaching the roundabout from your right✓CThe vehicle traveling at the highest speed✓DLarger vehicles such as trucks and buses✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

At an uncontrolled intersection where two vehicles arrive at the same time, which vehicle must yield?

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AThe vehicle on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right✓BThe vehicle on the right must yield to the vehicle on the left✓CThe larger vehicle must yield to the smaller vehicle✓DThe vehicle going straight must yield to the vehicle turning left✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When turning left across oncoming traffic at an intersection, what is your duty regarding right-of-way?

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AYou have priority and oncoming vehicles must stop for you✓BYou must yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic going straight✓CYou must signal, wait 3 seconds, and then turn regardless of oncoming traffic✓DYou must sound your horn to force oncoming traffic to stop✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

When must you yield to a pedestrian at a marked zebra crossing?

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AOnly if they wave to you first✓BOnly during daylight hours✓CAs soon as the pedestrian steps onto the crossing✓DOnly if a police officer is present to direct traffic✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

Under what condition is it legal to overtake another vehicle at or near an intersection?

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AIf the vehicle in front is moving slower than 20 km/h✓BIf you sound your horn repeatedly to warn others✓COvertaking is generally prohibited at or near intersections✓DOnly if you complete the overtake within 5 seconds✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Under what circumstance may you overtake a vehicle on its right side in The Gambia?

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AWhen the vehicle ahead is turning left and has indicated, and there is sufficient space on the right✓BWhen driving on a one-way street with three lanes✓CWhen the driver ahead waves you past on the right✓DOvertaking on the right is never allowed under any circumstances✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Why is overtaking prohibited on a bridge, sharp curve, or the brow of a hill?

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ABecause the road surface is always slippery in these areas✓BBecause your view of oncoming traffic is restricted✓CBecause wind speeds are too high for overtaking safety✓DBecause traffic police monitor these specific locations more heavily✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

What is the correct action to take when approaching a police checkpoint in The Gambia?

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ASlow down slightly and drive through if police are not looking✓BStop completely and await instructions or hand signals from the police officers✓CFlash your high beams to signal you are passing through✓DAccelerate to pass the checkpoint quickly and avoid blocking traffic✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Which set of documents must you carry in the vehicle and present upon request at a police checkpoint?

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AYour national ID card, birth certificate, and medical report✓BValid driving license, certificate of motor insurance, and roadworthiness certificate (road tax)✓CVehicle purchase receipt, driver's education certificate, and passport✓DA letter of permission from the community head and your driving logbook✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

When approaching a police checkpoint at night, what is a recommended safety practice?

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ATurn on your hazard lights and blow your horn✓BSwitch to parking lights or dipped headlights, and turn on the interior cabin light✓CTurn off all vehicle lights completely to avoid blinding the officers✓DKeep your high beams on so the police officers can see your vehicle clearly✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

Is it legal to drive on the shoulder or unpaved edge of a highway in The Gambia to bypass traffic?

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AYes, if you are driving a commercial vehicle✓BYes, as long as your speed is under 20 km/h✓CNo, it is illegal unless directed by a police officer or in an emergency✓DYes, if you turn on your hazard warning lights✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

What is the legal consequence of failing to stop and report a road traffic accident in which you are involved?

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AA verbal warning from a community elder✓BA minor administrative fine of 50 Dalasi✓CIt is a serious offense that can lead to fine, imprisonment, and suspension of license✓DThere are no consequences if no one was injured✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

What does a single yellow line painted along the edge of a curb indicate?

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AParking is permitted at any time without restrictions✓BWaiting or parking is prohibited during specific times (usually daytime/working hours)✓CThe lane is reserved for public transport buses only✓DYou may park only if you remain inside the vehicle✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

What does a double yellow line painted along the edge of a curb mean?

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ANo parking or waiting at any time✓BParking is allowed for a maximum of 20 minutes✓CDouble parking (side-by-side) is permitted here✓DParking is allowed for commercial vehicles only✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

What should you do when an emergency vehicle (such as an ambulance or fire engine) approaches you from behind with sirens or flashing lights?

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AAccelerate to stay ahead of the emergency vehicle✓BMaintain your speed and lane to avoid sudden changes✓CYield the right-of-way, pull over to the right side of the road, and stop if necessary✓DImmediately brake hard and stop in your current lane✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

Are drivers required to yield the right-of-way to military convoys, police escorts, or funeral processions in The Gambia?

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AYes, you must yield and must not cut through the procession or convoy✓BNo, convoys must obey standard right-of-way rules at all times✓COnly if the convoy consists of more than 20 vehicles✓DOnly during state holidays✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

What is the rule regarding entering a yellow box junction (marked with criss-cross yellow lines)?

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AYou may enter at any time, as long as you do not stop✓BYou must not enter the box unless your exit road or lane is clear✓CYou must stop inside the box and wait for the light to change✓DOnly buses and emergency vehicles are allowed inside the box✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When driving in a one-way street, what are you permitted to do regarding positioning and parking?

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AYou may drive in either direction if the street is empty✓BYou may drive only in the direction of the arrow, and you can generally park on either side of the road✓CYou must stay in the center lane and never park✓DYou may reverse down the street for any distance if you missed a turn✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

Is it legal to reverse from a side road or driveway into a main road in The Gambia?

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AYes, it is the standard way to exit a side road✓BNo, it is highly discouraged and illegal to do so if it causes an obstruction or hazard to main road traffic✓CYes, if you sound your horn while reversing✓DOnly if you carry a passenger to guide you out✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

Where is it strictly forbidden to perform a U-turn?

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AOn any road with a speed limit below 50 km/h✓BAt the brow of a hill, on sharp curves, or near intersections where visibility is blocked✓COnly inside commercial parking lots✓DOn any road containing more than two traffic lanes✓