France Driving Theory Test (Code de la Route) 2026: Practice test 6

Practice test 6 of 8 for the France Driving Theory Test (Code de la Route): 25 more questions with answers and explanations.

Driving
France
250 questions
Checked October 11, 2026

Question 1 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- You must give way to oncoming traffic
- Two-way traffic ahead
- One-way road
- You have priority over oncoming traffic on the narrow section ahead
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Answer: D. You have priority over oncoming traffic on the narrow section ahead
The large white arrow is your direction. Oncoming traffic (the red arrow) must wait for you, but still take care.
Question 2 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Car park ahead
- Overtaking is never allowed again on this road
- No overtaking for the next 2 km
- The no-overtaking zone ends here
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Answer: D. The no-overtaking zone ends here
White end signs with black stripes cancel an earlier ban. You may overtake again when it is safe and legal.
Question 3 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Parking for 30 minutes
- 30 km/h only on the next 30 metres
- You are entering an area where the speed limit is 30 km/h on all streets
- Minimum speed in this area is 30 km/h
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Answer: C. You are entering an area where the speed limit is 30 km/h on all streets
A zone sign applies to every street in the area until you pass the end-of-zone sign.
Question 4 of 25
You start to feel sleepy on a long motorway drive. What is the most effective thing to do?
- Turn the music up loud
- Drive faster to arrive sooner
- Stop in a safe place such as a rest area and take a short nap
- Open the window and keep going
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Answer: C. Stop in a safe place such as a rest area and take a short nap
Taking a nap or letting a rested passenger drive are among the effective ways to deal with tiredness.
Question 5 of 25
Your car has broken down on the road. When should you put on a high-visibility vest?
- Only at night
- After you have placed the warning triangle
- Only if police arrive
- Before you get out of the car
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Answer: D. Before you get out of the car
Put the vest on before you step out so other drivers can see you. Many countries require you to carry one.
Question 6 of 25
Which group of drivers has a much higher crash risk in the first period after getting a licence?
- Drivers aged 40 to 50
- Professional bus drivers
- Young novice drivers
- Drivers of electric cars
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Answer: C. Young novice drivers
Young, inexperienced drivers are over-represented in crashes, which is why many countries have special rules for new drivers.
Question 7 of 25
A tram has stopped at a stop in the middle of the street and passengers are getting on and off. What should you do?
- Speed up to pass before the tram leaves
- Sound your horn to warn passengers
- Slow down and be ready to stop for people crossing to and from the tram
- Overtake the tram on the stop side
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Answer: C. Slow down and be ready to stop for people crossing to and from the tram
Passengers may walk across your lane to reach the pavement. Drive very slowly or stop to let them cross.
Question 8 of 25
How should you signal when you leave a roundabout?
- Signal right before your exit
- Use your hazard lights
- Signal left before your exit
- Do not signal at all
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Answer: A. Signal right before your exit
Signal right as you approach your exit so other drivers and pedestrians know what you will do.
Question 9 of 25
Some countries, such as Germany and Poland, require drivers to form an emergency corridor (rescue lane). When must you do this?
- As soon as traffic slows to walking pace or stops, even before you hear sirens
- Only when the police tell you
- Only when an ambulance is directly behind you
- Only on roads with three or more lanes
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Answer: A. As soon as traffic slows to walking pace or stops, even before you hear sirens
The corridor must be formed early so rescue vehicles can reach a crash quickly. Check the rules of each country you drive in.
Question 10 of 25
Where is overtaking especially dangerous and usually forbidden?
- On a straight road with good visibility
- On a motorway in the left lane
- After a sign ending a no-overtaking zone
- Near the top of a hill or before a bend where you cannot see far enough
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Answer: D. Near the top of a hill or before a bend where you cannot see far enough
Never overtake where you cannot see enough clear road ahead, such as before a crest or a bend.
Question 11 of 25
Why must rear-seat passengers also wear seat belts?
- It is only to avoid a fine
- In a crash they can be thrown forward and injure themselves and people in front
- Belts in the rear are only for children
- Rear seats have no other protection rules
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Answer: B. In a crash they can be thrown forward and injure themselves and people in front
An unbelted rear passenger hits the seats and people in front with great force in a crash.
Question 12 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Parking zone ends
- Pedestrians must not cross
- Start of a 30 zone
- End of the residential zone
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Answer: D. End of the residential zone
The red stripe cancels the residential zone. Normal road rules apply again.
Question 13 of 25
The speed limit is 100 km/h but the road is wet and visibility is poor. How fast should you drive?
- Faster, to get through the rain
- Exactly 10 km/h under the limit
- Slower than the limit, to suit the conditions
- 100 km/h, because that is the limit
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Answer: C. Slower than the limit, to suit the conditions
A speed limit is a maximum. You must always adapt your speed to the road, weather and traffic.
Question 14 of 25
Is a hands-free phone call completely safe while driving?
- No, the conversation can still distract you
- Yes, as long as the call is short
- Yes, on motorways
- Yes, because your hands stay on the wheel
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Answer: A. No, the conversation can still distract you
Distraction is not only about your hands: a phone conversation takes your mind off the road.
Question 15 of 25
You drive out of a car park or private driveway onto the road. Who has priority?
- All road users on the road, including pedestrians and cyclists
- Only vehicles coming from your left
- Nobody; you are joining traffic
- You, because you are on the right
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Answer: A. All road users on the road, including pedestrians and cyclists
A driver coming out of a driveway, car park or track must give way to everyone already using the road.
Question 16 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Pass the obstacle or island on the right side
- Turn right at the next junction
- Keep right lane free for buses
- Road bends to the right
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Answer: A. Pass the obstacle or island on the right side
Blue round signs give orders. The arrow pointing down to the right means keep to the right of the island or obstacle.
Question 17 of 25
When should you move back to the right after overtaking?
- Only after one kilometre
- Never; stay in the left lane
- Straight away, as soon as your front wheels pass the car
- When you can do it without forcing the overtaken vehicle to slow down
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Answer: D. When you can do it without forcing the overtaken vehicle to slow down
Return to the right as soon as it is safe, without cutting in front of the vehicle you passed.
Question 18 of 25
An elderly pedestrian is crossing slowly in front of you. What should you do?
- Rev your engine
- Drive around them
- Sound your horn to hurry them
- Wait patiently and give them time to cross
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Answer: D. Wait patiently and give them time to cross
Older pedestrians may need more time to cross and may not see or hear you well.
Question 19 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Hunting area: no stopping
- Farm animals on the road
- Wild animals may cross the road
- Zoo ahead
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Answer: C. Wild animals may cross the road
The deer warns of wild animals crossing, especially at dawn and dusk. Slow down and watch the edges of the road.
Question 20 of 25
Why are pedestrians so badly hurt in collisions?
- They usually walk on the wrong side
- Cars have no brakes at low speed
- They have no protection against the speed and weight of a vehicle
- They are mostly hit on motorways
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Answer: C. They have no protection against the speed and weight of a vehicle
Pedestrians are vulnerable road users and suffer the worst consequences in crashes.
Question 21 of 25
The fog has cleared but your rear fog light is still on. What should you do?
- Leave it on for safety
- Switch it off, because it can dazzle drivers behind you
- Switch your hazard lights on as well
- Leave it on until you park
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Answer: B. Switch it off, because it can dazzle drivers behind you
Rear fog lights are very bright. Use them only when visibility is really poor.
Question 22 of 25
You are first at the scene of a crash. In what order should you act?
- Call your insurance company first
- Move all the vehicles, then call for help
- Protect the scene, alert the emergency services, then help the injured
- Help the injured, then park your car
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Answer: C. Protect the scene, alert the emergency services, then help the injured
First make the scene safe so no one else is hurt, then call 112, then give first aid if you can.
Question 23 of 25
What does this sign mean?
- Quarry exit
- Falling rocks
- Loose gravel thrown by tyres
- Road ends at a cliff
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Answer: B. Falling rocks
This sign warns that stones may fall onto the road or already be lying on it.
Question 24 of 25
You travel on a tourist coach that has seat belts. Must you wear one?
- Only on mountain roads
- Only children must wear them
- No, belts are only for cars
- Yes, if seat belts are fitted you must wear them
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Answer: D. Yes, if seat belts are fitted you must wear them
In the EU you must wear a seat belt in all vehicles where one is fitted, including coaches and minibuses.
Question 25 of 25
When should you move an injured person after a crash?
- Only if they ask for a drink
- As soon as you arrive
- Always, to get them into a car
- Only if there is immediate danger, such as fire
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Answer: D. Only if there is immediate danger, such as fire
Moving an injured person can worsen their injuries. Only move them if staying would be more dangerous.

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