Jersey Cycling Safety Test - Jersey Safe Roads

What should you do if you're cycling and encounter strong winds?

c) Stop and wait for the wind to die down

d) Ignore the wind and keep riding normally

b) Ride faster to get through it

a) Lean into the wind and slow down

Why is it important to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you while cycling?

b) To have enough time to react if the vehicle stops suddenly

c) To see the road ahead better

d) To allow cars behind

a) To avoid getting too close to the exhaust

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

b) Only proceed when it's your turn

c) Ignore other vehicles

d) Speed through quickly

a) Always go first

Why is it important to check behind you before overtaking another pedal bike rider?

c) To make sure another pedal bike rider isn’t behind

d) To look for a better route

a) To see how fast they are going

b) To ensure there are no vehicles or other pedal bike riders approaching from behind

How should you approach a roundabout as a pedal bike rider?

b) Ride as fast as possible through it

d) Avoid roundabouts as a pedal bike rider

a) Always stop before entering

c) Signal your intentions and take your turn with other vehicles

If you see a stop sign while cycling, what should you do?

b) Stop completely

a) Slow down

c) Continue if the road looks clear

d) Ignore it as you are on a pedal bike not in a car

Riding against the flow of traffic is

a) Is faster as there is less traffic

d) Is safer as it’s easier to see cars

c) Never acceptable as it’s Illegal and dangerous

b) Only acceptable if there are now cars on the road

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

d) Wave your left hand up and down

b) Point your left hand out to the left

a) Raise your left hand straight up

c) Point your right hand out to the right

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

d) Keep riding as you have right of way

c) Ring your bell and pass quickly

a) Speed up to cross before pedestrians

b) Stop and allow pedestrians to cross

10.

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

d) You must stop immediately

a) You have right of way

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

b) Prepare to stop

11.

What is the safest way to pass a parked car while cycling?

c) Ride on the pavement to avoid the car

d) Speed up to pass quickly

a) Ride as close to the car as possible

b) Look behind, signal, and pass with ample space

12.

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

13.

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

b) Stop and wait for the car to move

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

c) Ride on the pavement to get around it

14.

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

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

d) To keep your head warm

15.

What does it mean when a pedal bike rider has their right arm extended straight out?

c) They are stopping

a) They are waving

d) They are slowing down

b) They are turning right

16.

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

c) Use one hand to hold them steady

b) Stop immediately and tighten them

a) Keep riding and fix it later

d) Hold them tighter

17.

What should you do if you see a large vehicle, like a bus or lorry, signalling to turn left as you approach from behind on your bicycle?

d) Ring your bell to alert the driver

a) Pass on the left

c) Pass on the right

b) Stay back and allow the vehicle to complete its turn

18.

How can you increase your visibility to other road users?

d) Raise your seat on your bike

b) Use lights and wear bright or reflective clothing

c) Ride in the middle of the road

a) Use the torch app on your phone

19.

What should you do if you get a flat tire while cycling?

a) Keep riding as normal

b) Stop and repair it safely

c) Ride on the flat tire slowly

d) Call someone to pick you up

20.

When should you use lights on your bicycle?

d) Only in winter

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

a) Only when it’s raining

c) From sunset to sunrise and in poor visibility