Right of Way: practice questions

Question 1

On approach to a roundabout, you give way to:

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Correct answer: Traffic already on the roundabout

Vehicles already circulating have priority; wait for a safe gap to enter.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 149 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 2

An emergency vehicle approaches with siren and lights. You should:

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Correct answer: Pull over safely and let it pass

Give way to emergency vehicles: move aside safely and stop if needed.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 132 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 3

At an unmarked junction of equal roads, give way to:

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Correct answer: The vehicle on your right

With no signs, give way to traffic approaching from your right.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 135 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 4

A pedestrian is waiting at a marked crossing. You should:

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Correct answer: Slow down and give way

Pedestrians have priority at marked crossings; slow down and let them cross.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 75 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 5

At a junction of equal roads with no signs, signals or traffic officer, which vehicle goes first if two vehicles arrive at different times?

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Correct answer: The vehicle closest to the junction, which arrives first

On equal roads, the vehicle closest to the junction (the one that enters first) has priority. It must still watch the other vehicle and not cause a collision.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 133 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 6

Two vehicles reach a junction of equal roads at the same time. Which has priority?

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Correct answer: The vehicle coming from the right

The "right before left" rule: when two vehicles arrive together at equal roads, the one approaching from the right has the right of way.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 135 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 7

Under the right-before-left rule, what matters is the direction a vehicle is heading, not the direction it approaches from.

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Correct answer: False

False. The handbook stresses that what counts is the direction from which vehicles approach the junction, not where they are going.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 135 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 8

At a junction, you are going straight ahead and an oncoming driver wants to turn left across your path. Who has priority?

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Correct answer: You, because you are going straight

A vehicle driving straight ahead has priority over a vehicle that is turning or changing direction.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 136 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 9

Two vehicles are travelling side by side. One continues straight; the other wants to change direction. Who must give way?

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Correct answer: The driver changing direction

In parallel movement, the driver travelling straight has priority over the driver who wants to change direction.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 137 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 10

On a two-way road partly closed by roadworks, two drivers meet. Who has the right of way?

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Correct answer: The driver whose road ahead is open on the right side

Priority goes to the driver whose road ahead is open on the right. Both drivers must slow down and stop if needed, and follow any instructions from traffic police or road workers.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 139 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 11

On a steep mountain road, a vehicle going downhill meets one coming uphill. What should the downhill driver do?

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Correct answer: Keep as far right as possible and let the uphill vehicle pass, stopping if necessary

The descending driver keeps close to the right edge and lets ascending vehicles pass, stopping completely if needed. Exception: if there is a pull-in area on the uphill driver's side, that driver waits.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 140 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 12

You are joining a highway from a secondary road. Who has priority?

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Correct answer: Vehicles already driving on the highway

When entering from a secondary road, make sure the road is clear and give way to vehicles on the highway. Highway drivers should, where they can, give you a chance to enter.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 143 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 13

A driver already on the highway should give a driver joining from a secondary road the chance to enter.

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Correct answer: True

True. The joining driver must give way, but the handbook calls it correct cooperative behaviour for highway drivers to let them in.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 143 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 14

A vehicle leaving the highway onto the service road meets a vehicle already on the service road. Who has priority?

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Correct answer: The vehicle leaving the highway

Priority is given to vehicles leaving the highway for the service road. Drivers on the service road should make room for them where possible.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 146 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 15

When may you make a U-turn at an intersection?

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Correct answer: Only if no sign or traffic light prevents it, giving way to traffic from all other directions

A U-turn at an intersection is allowed only where no sign or signal forbids it, and the turning vehicle gives way to vehicles coming from every other direction.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 151 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 16

At a closed U-turn opening, after giving way to approaching traffic, which lane should you move into?

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Correct answer: Lane one

At a closed U-turn, give way to all approaching vehicles and move into lane one when the road is clear. Never use parking lanes or pavements to turn.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 152 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 17

The light is green but traffic beyond the junction is stopped, so you would be stuck in the middle. What should you do?

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Correct answer: Wait before the junction until there is space to clear it

If you cannot cross an intersection, stop before it even with a green light or the right of way. Don't enter if you risk getting stuck inside it.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 153 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 18

Another driver at a junction is clearly not going to follow the priority rules, though you have the right of way. What is recommended?

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Correct answer: Make eye contact and give up your priority if that avoids a collision

In unclear cases, make eye contact with the other road user and give up your right of way if doing so helps avoid an accident.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 154 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 19

Which situations does the handbook give as unclear right-of-way cases? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply.

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Correct answers: More than one vehicle has stopped at the crossing point · Another road user is clearly unable to follow the priority rules

The handbook's examples are several vehicles stopped at the crossing point and a road user who clearly can't follow the rules. With a green light or an officer, priority is clear.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 154 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 20

Who has priority at a railway level crossing?

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Correct answer: Railway vehicles (trains)

Railway vehicles have priority over all other vehicles. Drivers must clear the tracks immediately when a train approaches.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 158 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 21

Which of these warn you that a train is approaching a level crossing? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply.

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Correct answers: Lowered barriers · Red or yellow lights · Bell signals

Crossings are secured by barriers or a guard, red or yellow lights, and bell signals. Any of these means do not cross.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 158 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 22

If traffic ahead is slow and you might have to stop on the railway tracks, you should still enter the crossing.

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Correct answer: False

False. If stopping on the crossing could become dangerous because traffic is slow or stopped, do not enter it.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 158 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 23

How far behind an emergency vehicle must you stay?

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Correct answer: At least 50 metres

Driving directly behind emergency vehicles is prohibited; keep a distance of at least 50 metres.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 78 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 24

An emergency vehicle is approaching with lights and siren. What should you do? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply.

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Correct answers: Keep to the right side of the road · Clear the intersection quickly so you don't block it

Keep to the right and clear intersections quickly so the emergency vehicle isn't obstructed. Never follow it closely: keep at least 50 m back.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 78 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 25

A school bus has stopped to let students on or off. What must you do?

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Correct answer: Stop and do not overtake it

Other vehicles must stop and are prohibited from overtaking a school bus while it stops to load or drop off students.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 79 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

Question 26

A state motorcade approaches using sound and light warnings. What should you do?

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Correct answer: Give way, keep to the right if instructed, and move off only after it has passed

Give way to state motorcades once they signal their approach. Keep to the right when instructed and don't move off until they have passed. Never interrupt or obstruct them.

Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 80 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)

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