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

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

3 times

5 times

4 times

2 times

2 / 30

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

100 metres

150 metres

120 metres

110 metres

3 / 30

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

Keep headlights on high beam

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

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

4 / 30

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

Call your supervisor immediately

Follow them

Record their actions with your phone

Keep them on the bus until it is safe to unload

5 / 30

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

25%

10%

15%

6 / 30

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

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

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

None of the above

7 / 30

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

Avoid looking directly at the sun

Use your hand to shield the sun

Carry sunglasses and use them when necessary

Adjust visors to block out direct sun

8 / 30

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

Only when school is in sessions

Only with a guide behind

Yes

9 / 30

Normal eyesight is reduced to what percent at night?

75%

55%

25%

10 / 30

Which is not considered an emergency driving situation?

Skidding

Sudden loss of visibility

Slow tire deflation

Brake loss

11 / 30

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

Reverse

Drive

Neutral

Park

12 / 30

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

Smell

Hearing

Sight

Touch

13 / 30

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

If your company has one

You can make one yourself

Yes

14 / 30

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

Having a clean windshield and properly adjusted mirrors

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

Focusing 5-7 seconds ahead as your speed increases

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

15 / 30

When driving at night, which statement is false?

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

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

16 / 30

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

Front wheel skids resulting from faulty brakes

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

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

ABS braking

17 / 30

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

The standard foundation brakes will function normally

Nothing

You will have brake fade

The brakes jam up and you stop instantly

18 / 30

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

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

Use cruise control

Increase your following distance to allow for greater stopping distance

Slow down

19 / 30

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

Engine running

A passenger in the vehicle

Driver in the driver's seat

Wheels turned

20 / 30

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

Rough surfaces

Newly paved surfaces

Loose surfaces

Slippery surfaces

21 / 30

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

A well-maintained vehicle

Good route planning

Through good driving habits

Proper observation

22 / 30

When the ABS starts working, what should you do?

Release the brakes

Panic

Stay on the brakes

Begin pumping the brakes

23 / 30

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

3 seconds

6 seconds

2 seconds

4 seconds

24 / 30

Are exhaust brakes considered engine retarders?

In some municipalities they are

On older buses

Yes

25 / 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 bus length

3 bus lengths

1 1/2 bus length

2 bus lengths

26 / 30

How are exhaust or engine brake activated?

By a lever beside the driver's seat

By changing gears

By a switch on the dash

By a pedal on the floor

27 / 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

Let the anti-lock brakes do their job

Stere where you want to go

28 / 30

Where should school bus evacuation drills be conducted?

Dedicated school bus loops or parking lots

The school playground

A quiet section of the route

Anywhere that's safe

29 / 30

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

1.5 metres

2.5 metres

3 metres

2 metres

30 / 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 5 metres

Not less than 15 metres

Not less than 10 metres

Not less than 3 metres

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