Manitoba School Bus Driver Test 03

Taking the free Manitoba school bus driver practice test is an excellent way to prepare for the official exam and to pass it with flying colors. This test is designed to provide aspiring bus drivers with a comprehensive overview of the rules, regulations, and safety procedures they must follow while driving children to and from school. By taking advantage of this practice test, you can better understand the essential skills that every school bus driver must possess, such as navigating through traffic, dealing with distractions, and communicating effectively with students.

1 / 30

Which statement is false? Suggestions on proper visual surveillance include...

Focusing 5-7 seconds ahead as your speed increases

Having a clean windshield and properly adjusted mirrors

If your view becomes limited by hills or curves, slow down

Always scan around the bus - to the front, sides, and rear

2 / 30

What percentage of traffic accidents were caused by factors beyond a driver's control?

15%

10%

25%

3 / 30

How far does the crossing arm extend in front of the bus on the right side?

2 metres

1.5 metres

3 metres

2.5 metres

4 / 30

If the ABS warning light comes on and the ABS feature fails to function, what happens?

You will have brake fade

The standard foundation brakes will function normally

Nothing

The brakes jam up and you stop instantly

5 / 30

Are school buses allowed to be backed up on school grounds?

Only when school is in sessions

Only with a guide behind

Yes

6 / 30

Normal eyesight is reduced to what percent at night?

25%

75%

55%

7 / 30

The bus should be clearly visible for how far in both directions when doing a turnaround?

150 metres

110 metres

100 metres

120 metres

8 / 30

The driver shall stop the school bus not less than how far from the nearest rail of the crossing if the crossing is in a restricted speed area?

Not less than 10 metres

Not less than 3 metres

Not less than 5 metres

Not less than 15 metres

9 / 30

If an approaching vehicle presents a potential hazard to passengers, what should you do?

Follow them

Record their actions with your phone

Keep them on the bus until it is safe to unload

Call your supervisor immediately

10 / 30

Is there such a thing as a 'Don't Pass Law' Violation Report form?

Yes

You can make one yourself

If your company has one

11 / 30

Speeds greater than 70kph, what should your minimum following distance be?

6 seconds

4 seconds

3 seconds

2 seconds

12 / 30

Which is not a suggestion for driving on slippery road surfaces?

Slow down

Increase your following distance to allow for greater stopping distance

Use cruise control

Be alert to wet leaves, standing water, or black ice on the roadway

13 / 30

If the skid is caused by over-braking, what should you do?

Release the brake pedal so the wheels start to turn and the tires regain traction with the road surface

Steer in the opposite direction

Stere where you want to go

Let the anti-lock brakes do their job

14 / 30

Which statement is false? The most common road surfaces are...

Rough surfaces

Loose surfaces

Slippery surfaces

Newly paved surfaces

15 / 30

Are exhaust brakes considered engine retarders?

Yes

In some municipalities they are

On older buses

16 / 30

Which is not a safety suggestion when driving in bright sunlight?

Use your hand to shield the sun

Adjust visors to block out direct sun

Carry sunglasses and use them when necessary

Avoid looking directly at the sun

17 / 30

How are exhaust or engine brake activated?

By a lever beside the driver's seat

By a switch on the dash

By a pedal on the floor

By changing gears

18 / 30

Which of the following do not cause a loss of traction?

ABS braking

Rear wheel skids resulting from faulty brakes, excessive acceleration or speed on curves, or rough or slippery surfaces

Hydroplaning which results from travelling too fast on a water-covered roadway

Front wheel skids resulting from faulty brakes

19 / 30

After passing the vehicle, activate the right turn signal and return to the right lane once you have proceeded at least how far past the overtaken vehicle?

1 1/2 bus length

1 bus length

2 bus lengths

3 bus lengths

20 / 30

When the ABS starts working, what should you do?

Panic

Stay on the brakes

Release the brakes

Begin pumping the brakes

21 / 30

Which is not considered an emergency driving situation?

Sudden loss of visibility

Slow tire deflation

Brake loss

Skidding

22 / 30

When the bus is stopped for loading or unloading, place the transmission in which gear?

Neutral

Reverse

Park

Drive

23 / 30

Which statement is false? Adjust your driving accordingly and take the following precautions while driving in rain, snow or fog?

If your speed is greatly reduced, turn on the hazard warning lights to help make your vehicle visible to other drivers

Don't hesitate to leave the roadway at a safe spot to "sit out" heavy rain, snow squall, or thick fog

Ensure the strobe light on the roof of the bus is flashing

Keep headlights on high beam

24 / 30

The death rate per kilometre driven is how many times greater at night than during the day?

3 times

4 times

2 times

5 times

25 / 30

What is known as the 'eight lamp warning system'?

Two amber and two red flashing lamps at the front and rear of the bus

None of the above

The flashing amber and red lights, along with the 2 headlights and 2 turn signals

The 4 brake lights, 2 turn signals at the front and 2 turn signals are the rear

26 / 30

Which statement is false? A defensive driver will be able to avoid potential emergency...

Good route planning

A well-maintained vehicle

Proper observation

Through good driving habits

27 / 30

When driving at night, which statement is false?

Darkness affects depth perception

Keep instrument panel lights bright

Don't look off into the darkness because your eyes will have trouble re-adjusting to the road lights

It takes time for the average eye to adjust to night vision

28 / 30

What is not a clue that a vehicle may pull out from a parked position?

Wheels turned

A passenger in the vehicle

Driver in the driver's seat

Engine running

29 / 30

Where should school bus evacuation drills be conducted?

Dedicated school bus loops or parking lots

A quiet section of the route

The school playground

Anywhere that's safe

30 / 30

Which statement is false? A defensive driver utilizes their senses to monitor the mechanical operation of the bus, including...

Sight

Touch

Smell

Hearing

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