NTSA Most Tested Driving Questions!

Summary

This script serves as a comprehensive guide for individuals preparing for a driving test in Kenya. It covers essential rules of the road, including overtaking, roundabout regulations, and accident reporting. The speaker emphasizes the importance of loud and clear responses during the test. Additionally, it touches on various road types, junctions, and prohibited stopping areas. The script also advises on driving under different conditions and the correct procedures for crossing uncontrolled railway junctions and seasonal riverbeds. It concludes with tips on maintaining discipline and composure during the examination.

Takeaways

• 😊 Prepare well for your driving test—both self-preparation and training are crucial for success.
• 🚗 Always keep left unless overtaking, and respond loudly and clearly to examiner questions.
• ⚠️ Common causes of accidents include overspeeding, overloading, carelessness, and driving under the influence.
• 👉 Overtake from the left only in specific situations like when the vehicle ahead is turning right or during emergencies.
• 🛑 Know the rules of roundabouts: no parking, overtaking, lane changes, reversing, or stopping allowed.
• 📍 At a junction, remember the rules: no U-turns, overtaking, reversing, or backing.
• 🔄 The three types of roundabouts are mini roundabouts, ordinary roundabouts, and large roundabouts.
• 🚦 In situations involving both traffic lights and uniformed police officers, always obey the officer.
• ✅ Essential procedures include reporting accidents immediately and following correct crossing techniques at railway and river crossings.
• 📚 The driving test includes oral questions, road signs, model town board exercises, and practical vehicle skills. Stay calm, disciplined, and give clear answers.

Q & A

What is the rule of the road in Kenya?

Always keep left unless overtaking.

What are some causes of accidents mentioned in the script?

Overspeeding, overloading, carelessness in driving, driving when drunk, and overtaking improperly.

When is it allowed to overtake from the left?

When the car ahead is turning to the right and there is no space, when ordered by a uniformed traffic police officer, in case of an emergency, or when there is an accident ahead.

Within what period should an accident be reported?

An accident should be reported immediately or within 24 hours.

What is the difference between a Trunk Road and a Non-Trunk Road?

A Trunk Road connects countries, while a Non-Trunk Road connects cities or counties.

What is the procedure for crossing an uncontrolled railway junction at night?

Stop, dim lights, listen, look right, left, and right again, then cross if it is safe.

When should you put on lights during the daytime?

When it is foggy, raining, during an emergency, in case of poor visibility, or when it is dusty.

What are some places where stopping is not allowed by law?

At a junction, on a bridge, at a roundabout, in the middle of the road, and at yellow curbs.

What are the rules of a junction?

No U-turns, no overtaking, no reversing, and no stopping at a junction.

What should you do to avoid skidding?

Avoid emergency braking, keep within the speed limit, and replace worn-out tires.