Pedestrians: practice questions
10 practice questions on Pedestrians, with answers and explanations, based on publicly available driving handbook topics.
Keyboard: press 1–3 to answer, N for the next question.
Question 1
You approach a pedestrian crossing with no lights, and people want to cross. What must you do?
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Correct answer: Slow down and stop before the crossing to let them cross
At crossings without lights or an officer, slow down so you can stop in front of the crossing if pedestrians want to cross. Never endanger them.
Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 43 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)
Question 2
You are turning at an intersection and pedestrians are crossing the road you are entering. What should you do?
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Correct answer: Watch for them and stop if necessary until they have crossed
When turning at an intersection, pay attention to pedestrians there and stop if necessary until they have crossed. Don't obstruct pedestrians who have started crossing.
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 3
Why should you take extra care around children near the road?
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Correct answer: They are easily distracted, act on impulse and can't judge risk well
Children are easily distracted, often act automatically, may not know or follow the rules, and don't assess risk properly.
Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 82 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)
Question 4
Why should you be patient with elderly pedestrians?
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Correct answer: They may have limited movement and hearing or vision problems
Elderly people and people with special needs may be easily confused, move slowly, and have hearing or vision problems.
Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 82 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)
Question 5
You are unsure what another road user is about to do. What does the handbook suggest?
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Correct answer: Try to make eye contact
Assess others by age and attention. If you are unsure about a situation, try to make eye contact.
Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 81 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)
Question 6
Where there is no pavement, which way should pedestrians walk?
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Correct answer: Facing oncoming traffic, without obstructing it
Pedestrians should use the pavement; otherwise walk facing the traffic, as long as they don't obstruct it or endanger themselves.
Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 73 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)
Question 7
Herds of animals are near the road. What should you do?
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Correct answer: Slow down, especially if the animals look nervous
Slow down when approaching or passing animals, especially when they show signs of anxiety. Herds near roads must be guarded.
Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 76 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)
Question 8
A car weighs about 25 times as much as a pedestrian.
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Correct answer: True
True. The handbook uses this to stress how vulnerable pedestrians are: always watch for them.
Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 44 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)
Question 9
Pedestrians at a crossing see a red pedestrian light. What does it mean?
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Correct answer: They must not cross
Red means pedestrians may not cross. A steady green allows crossing while watching traffic; flashing green means clear the road quickly.
Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 73 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)
Question 10
What should groups of people or herds travelling on public roads wear?
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Correct answer: Reflective belts or vests
Guided groups of people and herds of animals on public roads should wear reflective belts or vests.
Reference: GDT Theoretical Driving Handbook (Dallah), p. 76 (https://www.ddc.sa/uploads/image/downloadables_pdf/Theoretical%20Driving%20Handbook%20Trainee-Moroor.pdf, retrieved 2026-10-27)
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