Sharjah Theory Test - Part3-4: Highway Driving

The Sharjah driving theory test includes a comprehensive section on Highway Driving that focuses on safe practices on high-speed roads.

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When are you required to travel slower than the posted minimum speed on a highway?

When you are in the right-hand lane

If you are driving an older vehicle

When traffic, weather, or visibility conditions require it

Never, it is always illegal

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Before starting a highway journey, you should ensure your vehicle has more than enough fuel, is roadworthy, and that...

the radio is working

any load is secure

the air conditioning is on

it has been recently washed

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Which of the following vehicles is mentioned as being prohibited from driving on a highway?

A recreational vehicle (RV)

A large truck (prime mover)

A tractor (other than a prime mover)

A motorcycle

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Before driving on a highway, what is the first thing you should be confident about?

Your knowledge of all exit points

The cleanliness of your vehicle

Your ability to drive at highway speeds

Your ability to change a tire

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What is the rule regarding the speed limit on a highway?

You can exceed it by 10%

It is only a suggestion

The speed limit does not apply in the left lane

You must not exceed the speed limit indicated on signs

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Which of the following is a key preparation step before entering a highway?

Setting your radio to a local station

Planning your journey and knowing your exit points

Ensuring your phone is fully charged

Washing your vehicle

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When changing lanes on a highway, who must you give way to?

Any vehicle that signals at the same time

Vehicles behind you

Vehicles that are driving slower than you

Traffic in the lane you are moving into

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When re-entering traffic from an emergency stopping lane, for how long must you indicate?

For at least 5 seconds

Until another car lets you in

For 1 second

You do not need to indicate

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When is it permissible to stop in the emergency stopping lane?

To make a quick phone call

To check a map or GPS

In an emergency or to help another disabled vehicle

To rest for a few minutes

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According to the text, what must you NOT do unnecessarily on a highway?

Change lanes

Use your horn

Accelerate

Stop

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When should you select the correct lane for your highway exit?

At least one mile before the exit

Well in advance of the exit

Just as you reach the exit ramp

When you see the 'END OF HIGHWAY' sign

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If your vehicle breaks down on a highway, what is the first step you should take?

Pull into the emergency stopping lane

Call a friend for advice

Get out and try to flag down help

Turn off all your lights to save the battery

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In conditions of reduced visibility like rain or fog, what should you do?

Speed up to get out of the bad weather faster

Reduce speed, increase following distance, and use low beam headlights

Turn on your high beam headlights and maintain speed

Pull over immediately and wait

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Where should you begin to slow down when leaving the highway?

As you are entering the Deceleration lane

Only after you see the 'END OF HIGHWAY' sign

Immediately after passing the exit sign

In the main traffic lanes before the exit

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Which of the following actions is NOT allowed on a highway?

Using headlights

Overtaking another vehicle

Making a 'U' turn

Changing lanes

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Under normal conditions, when are you permitted to use the left lane on a highway?

When you are overtaking or other lanes are congested

Whenever you want to drive faster

Only during nighttime hours

If you are driving a new car

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What should you do as you drive along the Acceleration lane?

Adjust your speed to merge smoothly

Maintain a slow speed

Stop and wait for a large gap

Flash your headlights repeatedly

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What is the primary purpose of directional signs on a highway?

To help you get into the correct lane in a timely manner

To display advertisements

To indicate the current speed limit

To show the distance to the next service station

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Why can driving too slowly on a highway be a problem?

It is against the law in all circumstances

It wastes fuel

It can cause dangerous situations

It is considered discourteous

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According to the text, why is it more important to be aware of your surroundings on a highway?

Because the roads are wider

Because highway speeds are higher

Because there are fewer police patrols

Because there are more trucks

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What should you avoid when entering the highway from an acceleration lane?

Adjusting your speed

Signaling your intentions

Entering at a sharp angle

Checking your mirrors

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Who is generally not allowed on highways, except on designated paths?

Drivers with an international license

Pedestrians and cyclists

Learner drivers

Motorcyclists

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When merging with other traffic on a highway, what attitude should you adopt?

Aggressive and fast

Hesitant and slow

Assertive and demanding

Smooth and courteous

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After exiting a highway and passing the 'END OF HIGHWAY' sign, you should adjust your speed for what?

Parking

School zones only

Entering another highway

Driving in city conditions

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When should you check your blind spots while driving on a highway?

After you have changed lanes

Every 30 seconds

Before changing lanes

Only when you see a police car

Your score is

This section teaches candidates about proper lane usage, safe merging, and maintaining appropriate following distances. Drivers learn the importance of checking mirrors, signaling intentions, and observing speed limits. The test emphasizes the need to stay alert, avoid distractions, and be mindful of larger vehicles. Knowledge of highway signs and emergency procedures is also assessed. Mastering this section is essential for ensuring that new drivers can confidently and safely navigate Sharjah’s highways, reducing risks for themselves and other motorists.