Sharjah Theory Test - Part2-6a: Overtaking

The Overtaking section of the Sharjah driving theory test evaluates a driver’s understanding of safe and legal overtaking maneuvers.

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What should you do when a large vehicle is turning onto the road you are on?

Keep back from the intersection to give it more space.

Speed up to get past the intersection quickly.

Drive up close to the intersection to save time.

Change lanes to go around it.

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How should you check your blind spot before changing lanes?

By only looking at your side mirrors.

By looking over your shoulder in the direction of the lane change.

By asking a passenger to look for you.

By briefly speeding up to see past the car next to you.

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Which road markings prohibit you from overtaking?

Edge lines.

A painted traffic island.

Double continuous dividing lines.

A single broken dividing line.

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When is it safe to move back into your original lane after overtaking a vehicle?

When the other driver flashes their headlights at you.

As soon as your car is parallel with the other vehicle.

After you have been in the passing lane for at least 5 seconds.

When you can see the entire front of the vehicle you passed in your inside mirror.

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The text states that a large vehicle driver can't see you if:

You are more than two car lengths behind.

You can't see the driver's side mirrors.

You are driving at night.

You are driving a small car.

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What is the primary definition of overtaking provided in the text?

Driving in the lane meant for oncoming traffic.

Changing lanes to move past a slower vehicle.

Speeding up to get ahead of traffic.

Following a vehicle very closely.

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The text describes overtaking as one of the most ________ driving maneuvers.

simple

common

dangerous

efficient

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What does the text advise if you are not sure if it is safe to overtake?

Wait and do not overtake.

Follow the vehicle ahead closely until there is a clear chance.

Overtake quickly to minimize the risk.

Honk to alert other drivers and then overtake.

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What is the lawful and safe thing to do when another driver is trying to pass you?

Speed up to prevent them from passing.

Maintain your speed or slow down slightly.

Swerve into their lane to block them.

Flash your high beams at them.

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When making a lane change, what should you do with your speed?

Come to a complete stop.

It does not matter what your speed is.

Maintain the same speed or gently increase it.

Slow down significantly.

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According to the text, what must you NOT do while overtaking another vehicle?

Check your mirrors.

Use your turn signal.

Accelerate quickly.

Exceed the speed limit.

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What should you be prepared for when a large vehicle (7.5 meters or longer) is turning?

They will stop completely before turning.

They will always stay perfectly within their lane.

They will turn very quickly.

They need to make wide turns and may cut the corner.

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Under what visibility conditions must you NOT overtake?

When you are on a well-lit street at night.

When you are on a long, straight road.

When you are nearing a blind bend or the crest of a hill.

On a clear, sunny day.

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What should you do if the vehicle you are trying to pass speeds up?

Go back to your original lane.

Honk your horn to show your frustration.

Continue overtaking but at a higher speed.

Race them to see who is faster.

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Before moving into a passing lane, what must you do in addition to checking your mirrors?

Wait for the car ahead to signal.

Slow down to half the speed limit.

Use your left-turn signal.

Flash your headlights.

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What is the first step you should take when you decide to overtake a vehicle?

Get a good view of the road ahead.

Increase your speed.

Use your left-turn signal.

Immediately change lanes.

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Why should you be patient when behind a large vehicle that is starting to move?

Their brakes are often faulty.

They are waiting for an escort vehicle.

They are not allowed to go fast.

They accelerate slowly as the driver moves through many gears.

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In which location should you particularly avoid making lane changes?

On a long, straight highway.

In a school zone.

In a residential area.

In or near an intersection.

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How should you pass a motorcycle or bicycle that is in your lane?

Honk to make them move over and pass in the same lane.

Squeeze past them in the same lane.

Change lanes completely to pass them.

Follow them until they turn off the road.

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When must you NOT overtake a vehicle?

When it has stopped at a pedestrian crossing.

When it is a large truck.

When it is in the far-right lane.

When it is driving below the speed limit.

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This part highlights the importance of checking mirrors and blind spots, using indicators, and ensuring there is sufficient space and clear visibility before overtaking another vehicle. It also covers prohibited zones for overtaking, such as at intersections, pedestrian crossings, and curves. Knowing when and how to overtake properly helps prevent accidents and ensures the safety of all road users. Mastery of overtaking rules is essential for passing the test and for responsible driving in Sharjah.