Alberta Class 6 Practice Test 4

All 30 questions in this test

Every question and its answer choices. The correct answers and explanations appear when you take the test above.

1. Above about 20 to 25 km/h, what technique do you use to ride around a curve?

   1. Push-steering (counter-steering)
   2. Dragging your inside foot
   3. Turning the handlebars like a car
   4. Shifting your weight backward

2. In normal conditions, how should you brake to stop?

   1. Use front and rear brakes together
   2. Use only the front brake lever
   3. Downshift without using brakes
   4. Use only the rear brake pedal

3. Where should you find the correct tire pressure for your motorcycle?

   1. In the owner's manual
   2. On the gas station air pump
   3. On the licence plate sticker
   4. By squeezing the tire by hand

4. What does a flashing yellow light at an intersection mean?

   1. Stop and wait for a green light
   2. Go with caution, yielding to anyone in the intersection
   3. Only traffic turning right may proceed, after a full stop
   4. The light is about to turn red

5. What is the default speed limit on a provincial highway outside an urban area when no sign is posted?

   1. 100 km/h
   2. 110 km/h
   3. 80 km/h
   4. 90 km/h

6. When should you gently accelerate in a curve?

   1. At the tightest point of the curve
   2. Never; coast all the way through
   3. When you are nearing the end of the curve
   4. Just before you enter the curve

7. In a staggered group, how far behind the leader should the third rider be?

   1. At least one second, in the other portion
   2. At least four seconds, staying in the opposite portion of the lane
   3. At least two seconds, in the leader's portion of the lane
   4. At least three seconds, in the centre

8. You are riding in the correct lane. On which side of you should the yellow line be?

   1. Directly under your wheels
   2. It depends on the road
   3. On your right
   4. On your left

9. How can you reduce the risk of overheating and dehydration on a hot ride?

   1. Ride without a jacket
   2. Skip breaks to finish sooner
   3. Ride faster to increase airflow and cool your body
   4. Drink plenty of water and rest out of the sun

10. Before pulling away from the curb, which check comes after looking in your mirrors?

    1. A check of the rear tire
    2. A glance at the speedometer and the gear indicator
    3. A shoulder check in the direction you will move
    4. A check of the fuel gauge

11. How can you use the vehicle ahead of you at night?

    1. Ride beside it for protection
    2. Its lights can show bumps and the road ahead
    3. Follow closely to share its light
    4. Use its high beams to see oncoming traffic

12. The Rider's Guide describes a front-wheel wobble. What is a wobble?

    1. The rear wheel spinning on ice
    2. The bike rocking on its stand
    3. Vibration from the engine at idle
    4. The front wheel shaking from side to side

13. What does the Rider's Guide say about riding after drinking alcohol?

    1. Never ride after drinking alcohol or using drugs
    2. It is fine on quiet roads
    3. It is fine if you feel alert and have waited an hour
    4. Wait one hour per drink

14. Where are you NOT allowed to pass?

    1. On a straight road with a broken line
    2. In a legal passing zone
    3. On a multi-lane highway
    4. Using the shoulder of the road

15. Why does the front brake do most of the work in hard braking?

    1. The engine pulls the rear wheel
    2. The rear tire is narrower
    3. Rider and cargo weight shift forward
    4. The front brake is always larger

16. On a highway with three or more lanes in your direction, which lane is usually best for a group?

    1. The far left lane
    2. The lane farthest to the right
    3. Whichever lane is fastest
    4. The centre lane

17. A police officer is directing traffic at an intersection where the light is green for you. The officer signals you to stop. What do you do?

    1. Turn right to avoid the officer
    2. Stop only if cross traffic is coming toward you
    3. Go, because the light is green
    4. Stop and follow the officer's direction

18. Is your passenger required by law to wear an approved helmet?

    1. Only on highways
    2. No, only the operator
    3. Only if under 18
    4. Yes

19. You are riding at night in light rain. What following distance should you keep?

    1. One to two seconds
    2. Exactly 10 metres
    3. At least three to four seconds
    4. At least two seconds, as in daylight

20. A Class 6-GDL rider reaches eight demerit points. What happens?

    1. Nothing until 15 points
    2. They must retake the road test
    3. Their licence is automatically suspended
    4. They receive a warning letter only

21. What should you check on a chain-drive motorcycle?

    1. That the chain is as tight as possible with no slack at all
    2. That the chain is lubricated and properly tensioned
    3. That the chain touches the swingarm
    4. That the chain is completely dry

22. What does this sign require you to do?

    
    1. Speed up to merge ahead of traffic
    2. Stop completely every time
    3. Slow down and give the right-of-way
    4. Give way only to pedestrians

23. A Class 7 learner is about to sit on a motorcycle to practise. What is the allowed blood alcohol level?

    1. Zero
    2. Under 0.05
    3. Under 0.08
    4. Under 0.02

24. It has just started to rain. When are the roads most slippery?

    1. During the first few minutes of rain
    2. Only once puddles form
    3. Only when the rain stops
    4. After an hour or more of steady, heavy rain

25. The gates are coming down at a railway crossing. What should you do?

    1. Stop and wait until the gates are fully up
    2. Ride around the gates quickly
    3. Wait until the bells stop, then go around
    4. Cross if no train is visible

26. How should a riding jacket fit?

    1. Loose so air can flow through it
    2. It does not matter if it is zipped up
    3. Tight enough to restrict arm movement
    4. Snug enough not to flap, loose enough to move

27. A GDL rider has 5 demerit points. What can they expect?

    1. No action of any kind
    2. A warning letter
    3. An automatic suspension
    4. A 30-day vehicle seizure

28. You held a Class 7, passed the Class 5 road test, and then passed the Class 6 road test. What licence do you hold?

    1. A full Class 5 with a motorcycle endorsement
    2. A full Class 6 licence
    3. A Class 6-GDL only
    4. A combination Class 5 6 GDL licence

29. You see flashing amber and red lights on a large truck on a winter highway. What is it likely to be?

    1. An oversized load escort
    2. A snowplow
    3. A tow truck at a collision
    4. A school bus

30. What does the Rider's Guide say about wearing mitts on a motorcycle?

    1. They are required in winter
    2. They are fine on short trips
    3. Do not wear them; wear riding gloves
    4. They are best in cold weather