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

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

2 / 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

3 / 30

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

15%

25%

10%

4 / 30

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

Let the anti-lock brakes do their job

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

5 / 30

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

Smell

Sight

Touch

Hearing

6 / 30

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

Use cruise control

Slow down

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

Increase your following distance to allow for greater stopping distance

7 / 30

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

2 metres

2.5 metres

1.5 metres

3 metres

8 / 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

9 / 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

The brakes jam up and you stop instantly

Nothing

10 / 30

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

Only when school is in sessions

Yes

Only with a guide behind

11 / 30

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

100 metres

120 metres

150 metres

110 metres

12 / 30

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

5 times

4 times

3 times

2 times

13 / 30

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

Driver in the driver's seat

A passenger in the vehicle

Wheels turned

Engine running

14 / 30

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

Follow them

Keep them on the bus until it is safe to unload

Call your supervisor immediately

Record their actions with your phone

15 / 30

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

Loose surfaces

Rough surfaces

Newly paved surfaces

Slippery surfaces

16 / 30

Are exhaust brakes considered engine retarders?

Yes

In some municipalities they are

On older buses

17 / 30

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

Adjust visors to block out direct sun

Avoid looking directly at the sun

Carry sunglasses and use them when necessary

Use your hand to shield the sun

18 / 30

How are exhaust or engine brake activated?

By a switch on the dash

By a pedal on the floor

By a lever beside the driver's seat

By changing gears

19 / 30

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

6 seconds

2 seconds

4 seconds

3 seconds

20 / 30

Which is not considered an emergency driving situation?

Slow tire deflation

Skidding

Brake loss

Sudden loss of visibility

21 / 30

When the ABS starts working, what should you do?

Stay on the brakes

Panic

Begin pumping the brakes

Release the brakes

22 / 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?

3 bus lengths

1 bus length

1 1/2 bus length

2 bus lengths

23 / 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

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

Focusing 5-7 seconds ahead as your speed increases

24 / 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

25 / 30

When driving at night, which statement is false?

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

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

Keep instrument panel lights bright

Darkness affects depth perception

26 / 30

Normal eyesight is reduced to what percent at night?

75%

55%

25%

27 / 30

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

Through good driving habits

Proper observation

A well-maintained vehicle

Good route planning

28 / 30

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

Neutral

Drive

Park

Reverse

29 / 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

30 / 30

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

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

ABS braking

Front wheel skids resulting from faulty brakes

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

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