Jersey Cycling Safety Test

What does this road sign mean?

d) Cycle crossing

a) No cycling allowed

c) Cycle route ahead

b) Cycle in single file

What is the purpose of a "Green Lane" in Jersey?

a) To provide a shortcut for cars

c) To allow faster cycling

b) For the enjoyment of pedestrians, cyclists, and horse riders with minimal motor vehicle use

d) To connect major roads

If a car is parked in a cycle lane, what should you do?

d) Ring your bell at the driver to signal them to move

c) Ride on the pavement to get around it

b) Stop and wait for the car to move

a) Ride around it carefully, signalling as you move into traffic

If the road is wet and you need to stop quickly, what should you do?

c) Use only the front brake

d) Use only the back brake

a) Brake suddenly

b) Apply both brakes gently and evenly

When should you use lights on your bicycle?

c) From sunset to sunrise and in poor visibility

b) Only when you are riding on roads with no street lighting

d) Only in winter

a) Only when it’s raining

It’s a legal requirement to wear a helmet while riding a pedal bike unless

b) You are accompanied by an adult

d) You are 10 or older

a) You are 14 or older

c) You are 12 or older

What is the primary purpose of wearing a helmet while cycling?

d) To keep your head warm

b) To protect your head in case of a fall or collision

a) To be visible for our road users

c) To because it’s a legal requirement

What should you do when cycling in rainy weather?

d) Put waterproof clothes on

c) Avoid puddles

b) Be more cautious and reduce speed

a) Speed up to prevent skidding

What is the best way to ensure that a driver has seen you when you are at a junction or crossing?

c) Raise one of your hands

d) Ride past the road marking so the car can spot you better

a) Make eye contact with the driver

b) Ring your bell at them

10.

What is the purpose of a cycle lane?

d) To allow pedal bike riders to know where to go

b) To allow more traffic to flow

a) To give pedal bike riders a safe space to ride

c) To allow pedestrians to walk

11.

If you’re cycling and approach a pedestrian crossing, what should you do?

a) Speed up to cross before pedestrians

c) Ring your bell and pass quickly

b) Stop and allow pedestrians to cross

d) Keep riding as you have right of way

12.

If you're cycling downhill, what should you do to maintain control of your bike?

c) Use both brakes but mainly the front brake

a) Put your feet on the floor to slow down

d) Use both brakes but mainly the back brake

b) Position yourself lower to the ground

13.

When should you use your bicycle bell?

d) When turning left or right

a) To greet friends

b) When passing pedestrians or other pedal bike riders

c) When crossing a road

14.

How can you increase your visibility to other road users?

b) Use lights and wear bright or reflective clothing

c) Ride in the middle of the road

d) Raise your seat on your bike

a) Use the torch app on your phone

15.

Which hand signal should you use to indicate a left turn while cycling?

b) Point your left hand out to the left

c) Point your right hand out to the right

a) Raise your left hand straight up

d) Wave your left hand up and down

16.

What does it mean when a driver flashes their headlights at you?

c) They want you to stop

a) They are angry

d) They are warning you of a hazard

b) They are giving way to you

17.

At a filter in turn junction, what should you do?

c) Ignore other vehicles

a) Always go first

b) Only proceed when it's your turn

d) Speed through quickly

18.

Why should you avoid riding through puddles while cycling?

b) Puddles can hide potholes or debris

a) It makes your bike dirty

d) You might splash others

c) It slows you down

19.

If you see this road sign, what does it mean?

b) Prepare to stop

c) You must give way to traffic on the main road

d) You must stop immediately

a) You have right of way

20.

What should you do if your handlebars feel loose while riding?

a) Keep riding and fix it later

b) Stop immediately and tighten them

d) Hold them tighter

c) Use one hand to hold them steady

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