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

How are exhaust or engine brake activated?

By a pedal on the floor

By changing gears

By a switch on the dash

By a lever beside the driver's seat

2 / 30

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

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

ABS braking

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

Front wheel skids resulting from faulty brakes

3 / 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

4 / 30

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

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

Keep headlights on high beam

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

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

5 / 30

Where should school bus evacuation drills be conducted?

A quiet section of the route

Dedicated school bus loops or parking lots

The school playground

Anywhere that's safe

6 / 30

Are exhaust brakes considered engine retarders?

In some municipalities they are

Yes

On older buses

7 / 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?

2 bus lengths

3 bus lengths

1 bus length

1 1/2 bus length

8 / 30

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

Having a clean windshield and properly adjusted mirrors

Focusing 5-7 seconds ahead as your speed increases

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

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

9 / 30

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

Adjust visors to block out direct sun

Carry sunglasses and use them when necessary

Use your hand to shield the sun

Avoid looking directly at the sun

10 / 30

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

The brakes jam up and you stop instantly

Nothing

The standard foundation brakes will function normally

You will have brake fade

11 / 30

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

Increase your following distance to allow for greater stopping distance

Use cruise control

Slow down

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

12 / 30

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

Proper observation

Through good driving habits

Good route planning

A well-maintained vehicle

13 / 30

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

110 metres

100 metres

150 metres

120 metres

14 / 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

15 / 30

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

Rough surfaces

Loose surfaces

Newly paved surfaces

Slippery surfaces

16 / 30

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

Keep them on the bus until it is safe to unload

Follow them

Call your supervisor immediately

Record their actions with your phone

17 / 30

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

Yes

If your company has one

You can make one yourself

18 / 30

Which is not considered an emergency driving situation?

Sudden loss of visibility

Brake loss

Slow tire deflation

Skidding

19 / 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 15 metres

Not less than 5 metres

Not less than 10 metres

Not less than 3 metres

20 / 30

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

3 seconds

2 seconds

6 seconds

4 seconds

21 / 30

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

3 metres

2.5 metres

2 metres

1.5 metres

22 / 30

When the ABS starts working, what should you do?

Stay on the brakes

Begin pumping the brakes

Release the brakes

Panic

23 / 30

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

Neutral

Drive

Reverse

Park

24 / 30

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

Only when school is in sessions

Only with a guide behind

Yes

25 / 30

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

Steer in the opposite direction

Let the anti-lock brakes do their job

Stere where you want to go

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

26 / 30

Normal eyesight is reduced to what percent at night?

75%

25%

55%

27 / 30

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

4 times

2 times

3 times

5 times

28 / 30

When driving at night, which statement is false?

Darkness affects depth perception

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

Keep instrument panel lights bright

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

29 / 30

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

Hearing

Touch

Sight

Smell

30 / 30

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

10%

25%

15%

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