# MenkyoQuest — Ch. 5 Driving Method (full chapter)

> Starting off, lane use, overtaking, intersections, and stopping/parking — practical questions covering scenarios that frequently appear on the full-license written test.

## Chapter metadata

- Number: Chapter 5
- Japanese title: 第５章 自動車や一般原動機付自転車の運転の方法
- English subtitle: Driving Method
- Total questions: 121
- Format split: 94 true/false + 27 multiple-choice
- Difficulty split: easy 37 / medium 59 / hard 25

## All questions

### 第１節 安全な発進

#### 第５章 自_第１節 安_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When getting in or out of a vehicle in an area with heavy traffic, you must use the left-side door.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states: "In areas with heavy traffic, get in and out using the left-side door." This is an important safety measure to prevent collisions with vehicles approaching from behind.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** １ 車の乗り降り（１）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q001 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q001.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第１節 安_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When opening a door, instead of opening it wide immediately, first open it slightly and pause to check for safety before exiting. This initial slight opening also serves as a signal to other traffic.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states: "When opening a door to exit, first open it slightly and pause to check for safety before exiting. This initial slight opening when exiting also serves as a signal to other traffic." This statement is completely correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** １ 車の乗り降り（１）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q002 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q002.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第１節 安_03 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** To achieve the correct driving posture, the driver should fully recline the seatback and drive in a relaxed position.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road describes a "proper driving posture with adequate control" as one where the knee is slightly bent when the clutch is fully depressed, and the elbows are slightly bent when both hands are on the steering wheel. Fully reclining the seatback is not recommended.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** ２ 運転姿勢など（１）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q003 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q003.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第１節 安_04 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** In an autonomous vehicle, if the automated driving system is being used properly, you may use a smartphone while driving.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states: "Except when properly using an automated driving system in an autonomous vehicle, you must not use a smartphone or other mobile phone while driving." The exception is recognized when the automated driving system is being used properly.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** ２ 運転姿勢など（４）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q004 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q004.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第１節 安_05 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** If a vehicle is equipped with airbags, it is safe to not wear a seatbelt.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states: "Passengers in the front passenger seat and rear seats must also wear seatbelts (this applies even if the vehicle is equipped with airbags)." Wearing a seatbelt is mandatory even in vehicles equipped with airbags.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** ３ シートベルトの着用（１）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q005 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q005.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第１節 安_06 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** During pregnancy, wearing only the lap belt can reduce the impact on the fetus.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states: "During pregnancy, to reduce the impact on the fetus in the event of an accident, do not wear only the lap belt; wear both the lap belt and shoulder belt together." It indicates that wearing only the lap belt should not be done.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** ３ シートベルトの着用（３）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q006 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q006.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第１節 安_07 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Because backing out is dangerous, when parking in a garage, park facing forward in advance so that it is easier to move forward when leaving.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states: "Because backing out is dangerous, when parking in a garage, back in so that it is easier to move forward when leaving." It is recommended to back into a garage rather than parking forward.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** ５ 発進に当たつての安全確認（３）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q007 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q007.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第１節 安_08 [MC, easy]

**Question:** Which of the following is an incorrect method of wearing a seatbelt?
**Options:**
  A. Sit deep in the seat without reclining the seat back
  B. Fasten the lap belt firmly so that it wraps around the pelvis
  C. Adjust the shoulder belt so that it rests on the neck
  D. Check that the belt is not twisted
**Correct:** C. Adjust the shoulder belt so that it rests on the neck
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states: "The shoulder belt (in the case of a three-point belt) should not be placed over the neck." Adjusting the shoulder belt so that it rests on the neck is an incorrect way to wear it. All other options describe correct wearing methods.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** ３ シートベルトの着用（２）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q008 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q008.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第１節 安_09 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following statements about the use of child seats is correct?
**Options:**
  A. Children who can properly wear a seatbelt do not need to use a child seat
  B. It reduces the harm from traffic accidents but does not prevent interference with driving operations
  C. Even when there are unavoidable reasons such as illness, a child seat must always be used
  D. A child seat that does not fit the child's physique may be used as long as it can be secured
**Correct:** A. Children who can properly wear a seatbelt do not need to use a child seat
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states: "Use a child seat for children who cannot properly wear a seatbelt." Conversely, it is not mandatory for children who can wear one properly. It also has the effect of preventing interference with driving operations, exceptions are made for unavoidable reasons, and it requires selecting one that fits the child's physique.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** ４ チャイルドシートの使用（１）（２）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q009 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q009.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第１節 安_10 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Which of the following statements about driving large vehicles, medium-sized vehicles, and semi-medium-sized vehicles is correct?
**Options:**
  A. Compared to ordinary vehicles, the vehicle body is shorter before and after the axles, so no caution is needed when starting from the roadside
  B. Compared to ordinary vehicles, the area where vehicles and pedestrians cannot be seen from the driver's seat is narrower
  C. Because the vehicle body passes inside the tire tracks, there is no concern about the front or rear of the vehicle body making contact when starting
  D. Compared to ordinary vehicles, the area where vehicles and pedestrians cannot be seen from the driver's seat is wider, so caution is required
**Correct:** D. Compared to ordinary vehicles, the area where vehicles and pedestrians cannot be seen from the driver's seat is wider, so caution is required
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states: "Large vehicles, medium-sized vehicles, and semi-medium-sized vehicles have a wider blind spot from the driver's seat where vehicles and pedestrians cannot be seen compared to ordinary vehicles, so be careful." Additionally, because the vehicle body extends long before and after the axles, and the vehicle body passes outside the tire tracks, caution is needed when starting from the roadside.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** ６ 路端からの発進、７ 走行に当たつての安全確認
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q010 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q010.txt))

### 第２節 自動車の通行するところ

#### 第５章 自_第２節 自_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** On a road with a center line, you must drive on the left side of the center line.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 2, Item 1 clearly states: "You must drive on the left side of the center of the road (or the left side of the center line, if there is one)." This is a fundamental principle of road use.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 1 道路の左側を走ること - 冒頭部分
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q011 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q011.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第２節 自_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** On a road with good visibility where the left side is 5 meters wide, you may cross into the right side of the road to overtake another vehicle.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Under the Rules of the Road and the Road Traffic Act, on a road with good visibility where the left side is less than 6 meters wide, you may cross into the right side to overtake another vehicle. Since 5 meters is less than 6 meters, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 1 道路の左側を走ること - (3)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q012 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q012.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第２節 自_03 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** On a road with two traffic lanes in the same direction, you must drive in the left lane.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 2, Item 2(2) clearly states: "When there are two traffic lanes in the same direction, you must drive in the left lane." This is a basic rule for driving in traffic lanes.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 2 道路の左寄りに走ること - (2)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q013 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q013.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第２節 自_04 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** On a road with three or more traffic lanes, the rightmost lane is for overtaking only, and you do not need to return to another lane after overtaking.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road, Item 2(3) states: "Even if you use the rightmost traffic lane for overtaking, once you have finished overtaking the vehicle ahead, you must promptly return to another lane." You are required to return promptly after overtaking.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 2 道路の左寄りに走ること - (3)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q014 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q014.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第２節 自_05 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** If an emergency vehicle is closing in on an intersection, any car already near that intersection should clear the intersection box, yield toward the leftmost available lane, and remain stationary until the emergency vehicle has passed.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 2, Item 5 requires drivers approaching the same intersection to clear the intersection box itself and yield toward the leftmost lane, remaining stationary until the emergency vehicle has cleared. The intent is to ensure the emergency vehicle has an unobstructed path through the intersection.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 5 緊急自動車の優先
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q015 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q015.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第２節 自_06 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** On a one-way road, when an emergency vehicle is approaching, you must always move to the left side.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road, Item 5 states: "On a one-way road, if moving to the left would obstruct the emergency vehicle, you must move to the right side instead." On one-way roads, you may be required to move to the right depending on the situation.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 5 緊急自動車の優先 - 後半部分
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q016 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q016.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第２節 自_07 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When a bus stopped at a bus stop signals its intention to pull out with its turn signal, vehicles behind it must not obstruct its departure.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 2, Item 6(1) clearly states: "When a bus stopped at a bus stop signals its intention to pull out with its turn signal or other means, vehicles behind it must not obstruct its departure." This is a rule that gives priority to buses.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 6 路線バスなどの優先 - (1)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q017 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q017.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第２節 自_08 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** On a road without a sidewalk or roadside strip, you may drive onto the road shoulder (the 0.5-meter portion from the edge of the road).
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 2, Item 7(4) clearly prohibits this: "When driving on a road without a sidewalk or roadside strip, you must not drive onto the road shoulder (the 0.5-meter portion from the edge of the road)."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 7 通行してはいけないところ - (4)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q018 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q018.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第２節 自_09 [MC, hard]

**Question:** On a road with traffic lanes, which of the following statements about lane changes is correct?
**Options:**
  A. For overtaking, you may freely change lanes at any time
  B. Except when unavoidable, such as for overtaking, you must not cross out of your traffic lane or straddle two traffic lanes
  C. You must always stay in the same traffic lane and must never change lanes under any circumstances
  D. If there is no vehicle behind you, you may freely change lanes
**Correct:** B. Except when unavoidable, such as for overtaking, you must not cross out of your traffic lane or straddle two traffic lanes
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 2, Item 3 states: "Except when unavoidable, such as for overtaking, you must not cross out of your traffic lane or straddle two traffic lanes." Lane changes are permitted when unavoidable, but in principle you must stay within the same lane.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 3 車線を変えずに走ること
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q019 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q019.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第２節 自_10 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Which of the following statements about roads with designated priority lanes for buses is incorrect?
**Options:**
  A. A vehicle driving in a priority lane must promptly exit when a bus approaches
  B. When traffic is congested and there is a risk you will not be able to exit when a bus approaches, you must not use that lane in the first place
  C. When moving to the left edge of the road to turn right or left, you may use the priority lane
  D. If no bus is approaching, you may continue driving in the priority lane at all times
**Correct:** D. If no bus is approaching, you may continue driving in the priority lane at all times
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 2, Item 6(3) states that in a priority lane, you must promptly exit when a bus approaches, and if traffic is congested and you might not be able to exit, you must not use that lane in the first place. The statement that you may always continue driving in the lane is incorrect.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** 6 路線バスなどの優先 - (3)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q020 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q020.txt))

### 第３節 歩行者の保護など

#### 第５章 自_第３節 歩_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When passing near pedestrians, you must leave a safe distance between you and the pedestrians, or slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō).
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 3, 1(1) clearly states: "When passing near pedestrians, you must leave a safe distance between you and the pedestrians, or slow down to a stop-ready speed." This is a fundamental obligation to ensure pedestrian safety.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 1 歩行者のそばを通るとき (1)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q021 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q021.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第３節 歩_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Behind a streetcar stopped at a stop, when there are no people boarding or alighting and there is 1 meter or more between you and the streetcar, you may proceed at a stop-ready speed (jokō).
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that you may proceed at a stop-ready speed when there are no people boarding or alighting and there is 1.5 meters or more between you and the streetcar, or when there is a safety zone. One meter is less than 1.5 meters, so you may not proceed at a stop-ready speed.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 1 歩行者のそばを通るとき (3)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q022 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q022.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第３節 歩_03 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When there is a vehicle stopped at or in front of a crosswalk, you must come to a complete stop before passing alongside it and moving forward.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 2(3) clearly states: "When there is a vehicle stopped at or in front of a crosswalk or bicycle crossing, you must come to a complete stop before passing alongside it and moving forward." This regulation ensures the safety of pedestrians and others who may be crossing.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 2 歩行者が横断しているときなど (3)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q023 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q023.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第３節 歩_04 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** Within 50 meters in front of a crosswalk, you must not overtake or pass other vehicles.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road prohibit overtaking or passing other vehicles within 30 meters in front of a crosswalk or bicycle crossing. The prohibited zone is within 30 meters, so 50 meters is incorrect.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 2 歩行者が横断しているときなど (4)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q024 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q024.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第３節 歩_05 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When a person carrying a white or yellow cane or a person accompanied by a guide dog is walking, you must come to a complete stop or slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō) to allow them to pass safely.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 3 clearly states: "When a person carrying a white or yellow cane or a person accompanied by a guide dog is walking, you must come to a complete stop or slow down to a stop-ready speed to allow them to pass safely." This is an obligation to protect people with disabilities.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 3 身体の不自由な人の保護
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q025 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q025.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第３節 歩_06 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Even when a child is walking alone, there is no obligation to stop or slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō).
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 4(1) clearly states: "When a child is walking alone, you must come to a complete stop or slow down to a stop-ready speed to allow them to pass safely." Children may dart out suddenly or have immature judgment, so special protection is required.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 4 子供の保護 (1)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q026 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q026.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第３節 歩_07 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** On pedestrian roads, only vehicles specifically permitted to pass, such as those with garages along the road, may travel, and in such cases, special attention must be paid to pedestrians and you must proceed at a stop-ready speed (jokō).
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 6(1) states: "On pedestrian roads, only vehicles specifically permitted to pass, such as those with garages along the road, may travel. In such cases, special attention must be paid to pedestrians and you must proceed at a stop-ready speed."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 6 歩行者用道路を通行するとき (1)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q027 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q027.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第３節 歩_08 [MC, medium]

**Question:** What is the correct method when passing near a specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle?
**Options:**
  A. Always sound the horn when passing
  B. Leave a safe distance between you and the specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle, or slow down to a stop-ready speed
  C. When overtaking a specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle, you do not need to leave a distance
  D. Bicycles travel on the sidewalk, so no consideration is needed on the roadway
**Correct:** B. Leave a safe distance between you and the specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle, or slow down to a stop-ready speed
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 7(2) clearly states: "When passing near a specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle for overtaking or similar purposes, you must anticipate unsteady movement and leave a safe distance between you and the specified small motorized bicycle or bicycle, or slow down to a stop-ready speed."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 7 特定小型原動機付自転車や自転車の保護 (2)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q028 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q028.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第３節 歩_09 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following vehicles is NOT listed in the Rules of the Road as one you must not move laterally close to or cut in front of, except when unavoidable to avoid danger?
**Options:**
  A. A quasi-medium-sized vehicle with a hearing-impaired person mark
  B. An ordinary vehicle with an elderly person mark
  C. A large vehicle with a beginner's mark
  D. A vehicle being driven by a person practicing with a provisional license
**Correct:** C. A large vehicle with a beginner's mark
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 8(1) lists only "quasi-medium-sized vehicles" and "ordinary vehicles" with beginner's marks, and does not include large vehicles. Six types (a through ka) are enumerated as protected vehicles.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 8 初心運転者などの保護 (1)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q029 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q029.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第３節 歩_10 [MC, hard]

**Question:** What is the correct driving method when approaching a crosswalk?
**Options:**
  A. Even when it is clear that there are no people crossing, you must always come to a complete stop
  B. Except when it is clear that there are no people crossing, you must slow down so that you can stop before it
  C. You must slow down to a stop-ready speed from 30 meters before the crosswalk
  D. When pedestrians are about to cross, you may pass after reducing speed
**Correct:** B. Except when it is clear that there are no people crossing, you must slow down so that you can stop before it
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road 2(2) states: "When approaching a crosswalk or bicycle crossing, except when it is clear that there are no people or bicycles crossing, you must slow down so that you can stop before it." When there are people crossing, you must come to a complete stop.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 2 歩行者が横断しているときなど (2)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q030 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q030.txt))

### 第４節 安全な速度と車間距離

#### 第５章 自_第４節 安_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When operating a general moped, you must not drive at speeds exceeding 30 km/h.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Chapter 5, Section 4, 1(2) of the Rules of the Road clearly states that when operating a general moped, you must not drive at speeds exceeding 30 km/h. If a road sign or road marking indicates a maximum speed of 30 km/h or less, follow that speed.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 1(2) 一般原動機付自転車を運転する場合は、時速30キロメートルを超えて運転してはいけません。
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#### 第５章 自_第４節 安_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** On roads where no maximum speed is indicated by signs or markings, you must not drive at speeds exceeding 50 km/h.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** When no maximum speed is indicated by signs or markings, motor vehicles must not drive at speeds exceeding 60 km/h. Since the correct speed is 60 km/h, not 50 km/h, this statement is incorrect.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 1(1) 標識や標示で指定されていないときは、時速60キロメートルを超えて運転してはいけません
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#### 第５章 自_第４節 安_03 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** The stopping distance on wet road surfaces with worn tires can extend to approximately three times that on dry road surfaces with tires in good condition.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that stopping distance on wet road surfaces with worn tires can extend to approximately twice that on dry road surfaces with tires in good condition. Since it is twice, not three times, this statement is incorrect.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 2(3) 路面が雨にぬれ、タイヤがすり減つている場合の停止距離は、乾燥した路面でタイヤの状態が良い場合に比べて２倍程度に延びることがあります。
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#### 第５章 自_第４節 安_04 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** You must not apply sudden braking except when unavoidable to avoid danger.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Chapter 5, Section 4, 3(3) of the Rules of the Road clearly states that you must not apply sudden braking except when unavoidable to avoid danger. This is because sudden braking can cause dangers such as rear-end collisions with following vehicles.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 3(3) 危険を避けるためにやむを得ない場合のほかは、急ブレーキを掛けてはいけません。
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#### 第５章 自_第４節 安_05 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** At intersections where visibility to the left and right is limited, you must always slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō) even when traffic is controlled by traffic lights.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that when passing through an intersection where visibility to the left and right is limited, you must slow down to a stop-ready speed, but this does not apply when traffic is controlled by traffic lights or when traveling on a priority road. Therefore, slowing down is not required when traffic lights are present.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 4(2) 左右の見通しがきかない交差点（信号機などによる交通整理が行われている場合や優先道路を通行している場合を除きます。）
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#### 第５章 自_第４節 安_06 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When a driver is fatigued, it takes longer to recognize and judge danger, so the reaction distance (free-running distance) becomes longer.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Chapter 5, Section 4, 2(2) of the Rules of the Road states that when a driver is fatigued, it takes longer to recognize and judge danger, so the reaction distance (free-running distance — the distance the vehicle travels before the brakes take effect) becomes longer. Fatigue delays reaction time, which in turn increases the overall stopping distance.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 2(2) 運転者が疲れているときは、危険を認知して判断するまでに時間がかかるので、空走距離は長くなります。
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#### 第５章 自_第４節 安_07 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Applying the brakes in several separate applications causes the brake lights to flash, which serves as a signal to following vehicles and helps prevent rear-end collisions.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Chapter 5, Section 4, 3(2) of the Rules of the Road states that applying the brakes in several separate applications causes the brake lights to flash, serving as a signal to following vehicles and helping prevent rear-end collisions. This is especially effective when road surfaces are slippery.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 3(2) ブレーキは数回に分けて使いましよう。この方法は、道路が滑りやすい状態のときには、とりわけ効果的です。また、数回に分けて使えば、ブレーキ灯が点滅し、後車への合図となつて追突事故防止に役立ちます。
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#### 第５章 自_第４節 安_08 [MC, easy]

**Question:** Which of the following is a location where you must slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō)?
**Options:**
  A. A steep uphill slope
  B. Near curves in the road
  C. An intersection with poor left-right visibility while traveling on a priority road
  D. An intersection showing a flashing yellow signal
**Correct:** B. Near curves in the road
**Explanation:** Chapter 5, Section 4, 4 of the Rules of the Road specifies locations where you must slow down to a stop-ready speed: where there are jokō signs, intersections where visibility to the left and right is limited, near curves in the road, near the tops of uphill slopes, and on steep downhill slopes. Among the options, near curves in the road applies.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 4(3) 道路の曲がり角付近
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#### 第５章 自_第４節 安_09 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Regarding following distance for large vehicles, medium-sized vehicles, and semi-medium-sized vehicles, which of the following is correct?
**Options:**
  A. Because the driver's seat is positioned low, the following distance feels shorter than it actually is
  B. Because the driver's seat is positioned high with a downward viewing angle, the following distance feels longer than it actually is, so it tends to become shorter
  C. The following distance can be perceived the same way as in ordinary vehicles
  D. Because the driver's seat is positioned high, the following distance feels shorter than it actually is
**Correct:** B. Because the driver's seat is positioned high with a downward viewing angle, the following distance feels longer than it actually is, so it tends to become shorter
**Explanation:** Chapter 5, Section 4, 2(4) of the Rules of the Road states that large vehicles, medium-sized vehicles, and semi-medium-sized vehicles have driver's seats positioned higher than ordinary vehicles, creating a downward viewing angle that makes the following distance feel longer than it actually is, so caution is needed as the following distance tends to become shorter.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 2(4) 特に、大型自動車、中型自動車及び準中型自動車は、普通自動車に比べ、運転席の位置が高く、見下ろす形になり、車間距離が実際より長く感じられるため、車間距離が短くなりやすいので注意しましよう。
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#### 第５章 自_第４節 安_10 [MC, medium]

**Question:** What is the correct operation method when applying sudden braking in a vehicle equipped with an anti-lock braking system?
**Options:**
  A. Press down in several separate applications
  B. Press down lightly multiple times
  C. Press down hard all at once and continue pressing down
  D. Gradually press down harder
**Correct:** C. Press down hard all at once and continue pressing down
**Explanation:** Chapter 5, Section 4, 3(3) of the Rules of the Road states that when applying sudden braking in a vehicle equipped with an anti-lock braking system, it is necessary to press down hard all at once to activate the system, and continue pressing down.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 3(3) アンチロックブレーキシステム（走行中の自動車の制御に著しい支障を及ぼす車輪の回転運動の停止を有効に防止できる装置をいいます。）を備えた自動車で急ブレーキを掛ける場合には、システムを作動させるために、一気に強く踏み込み、そのまま踏み込み続けることが必要です。
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### 第５節 進路変更など

#### 第５章 自_第５節 進_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When making a left turn at an intersection, you must give a signal when you reach a point 30 meters before that intersection.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** According to the signal table in the Rules of the Road, when making a left turn, you must give a signal "when you reach a point 30 meters before the point where you intend to turn left (when turning left at an intersection, 30 meters before that intersection)." Therefore, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 合図を行う場合の表「左折するとき」の項目
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#### 第５章 自_第５節 進_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When changing course to the right while continuing in the same direction, you must give a signal about 5 seconds before changing course.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** According to the signal table in the Rules of the Road, when changing course to the right while continuing in the same direction, you must give a signal "about 3 seconds before changing course." The correct timing is about 3 seconds, not 5 seconds, so this statement is incorrect.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 合図を行う場合の表「同一方向に進行しながら進路を右方に変えるとき」の項目
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#### 第５章 自_第５節 進_03 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When you intend to change lanes, make a U-turn, reverse, or perform similar actions, you must first check safety using your mirrors and then give a signal.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Section 1 "Safety Confirmation and Signals (1)" of the Rules of the Road states: "When you intend to change lanes, make a U-turn, reverse, or perform similar actions, you must first check safety using your mirrors and then give a signal." Therefore, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 1 安全の確認と合図(1)の冒頭部分
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#### 第５章 自_第５節 進_04 [MC, medium]

**Question:** When exiting a roundabout, which of the following is the correct place to give a signal?
**Options:**
  A. When you reach a point 30 meters before the point where you intend to exit
  B. When you pass the side of the exit immediately before the point where you intend to exit
  C. About 3 seconds before the point where you intend to exit
  D. When you reach a point 50 meters before the point where you intend to exit
**Correct:** B. When you pass the side of the exit immediately before the point where you intend to exit
**Explanation:** According to the roundabout signal table in the Rules of the Road, when exiting a roundabout, you must give a signal "when you pass the side of the exit immediately before the point where you intend to exit." However, if you are exiting at the first exit after entering the roundabout, you give the signal when you enter the roundabout.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 1 安全の確認と合図(2)の環状交差点の合図表「環状交差点を出るとき」の項目
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#### 第５章 自_第５節 進_05 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** In a section marked with a "horn section" sign, you must sound your horn at all intersections and curves.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** According to the Rules of the Road, within a section marked with a "horn section" sign, you are required to sound your horn only "when passing through intersections with poor visibility, curves with poor visibility, or the top of an uphill slope." It is limited to places with poor visibility, not all intersections and curves.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 1 安全の確認と合図(5)の警音器に関する記述
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#### 第５章 自_第５節 進_06 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When traffic lanes are marked by yellow lines, you must not cross these yellow lines to change lanes.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Section 2 "Lane Changes (2)" of the Rules of the Road states: "When traffic lanes are marked by yellow lines, you must not cross these yellow lines to change lanes." Therefore, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 2 進路変更(2)の冒頭部分
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#### 第５章 自_第５節 進_07 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When you have finished giving a signal, you must promptly stop signaling, and you must not give a signal when it is not necessary.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Section 1 "Safety Confirmation and Signals (3)" of the Rules of the Road states: "When you have finished these actions, you must promptly stop signaling. Also, you must not give a signal when it is not necessary." Therefore, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 1 安全の確認と合図(3)
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#### 第５章 自_第５節 進_08 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Excluding one-way roads, which of the following is the correct method when turning right to exit the road?
**Options:**
  A. Move as close as possible in advance to the left edge of the road and slow down to a stop-ready speed
  B. Move as close as possible in advance to the center of the road and slow down to a stop-ready speed
  C. Slow down to a stop-ready speed in your current position
  D. Move as close as possible in advance to the right edge of the road and slow down to a stop-ready speed
**Correct:** B. Move as close as possible in advance to the center of the road and slow down to a stop-ready speed
**Explanation:** Section 3 "Crossing, etc. (3)" of the Rules of the Road states: "When turning right to exit the road, you must move as close as possible in advance to the center of the road (on a one-way road, to the right edge) and slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō)." On a regular road that is not one-way, you move to the center.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 3 横断など(3)
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#### 第５章 自_第５節 進_09 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** When the vehicle ahead is signaling to move toward the center of the road to exit the road, you must not obstruct its lane change, even if you would have to brake suddenly to avoid it.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Section 3 "Crossing, etc. (4)" of the Rules of the Road states: "When the vehicle ahead is signaling to move toward the left edge, center, or right edge of the road to exit the road, you must not obstruct its lane change. However, this does not apply if you would have to brake or steer suddenly to avoid it." Because there is an exception, this statement is incorrect.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 3 横断など(4)
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#### 第５章 自_第５節 進_10 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** If changing lanes would force a vehicle coming from behind to brake or steer suddenly to avoid you, you must not change lanes.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Section 2 "Lane Changes (1)" of the Rules of the Road states: "If changing lanes would force a vehicle coming from behind to brake or steer suddenly to avoid you, you must not change lanes." Therefore, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 2 進路変更(1)
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### 第６節 追越しなど

#### 第５章 自_第６節 追_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Overtaking means changing lanes to move ahead of a vehicle traveling in front of you.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Section "1 Prohibition of Overtaking (1)", clearly states: "Overtaking means changing lanes to move ahead of a vehicle traveling in front of you." Therefore, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** １ 追越しの禁止（１）
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#### 第５章 自_第６節 追_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Within 30 meters before an intersection, you must not change lanes or pass alongside another vehicle in order to overtake a car or general moped.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road prohibit changing lanes or passing alongside another vehicle to overtake within an intersection and within 30 meters before it. The statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** １ 追越しの禁止（３）オ
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#### 第５章 自_第６節 追_03 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** Even when the vehicle in front is overtaking another car, you may overtake if safety can be ensured.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Section "1 Prohibition of Overtaking (2) A", clearly states that "when the vehicle in front is overtaking another car (double overtaking)" is dangerous and overtaking is prohibited. It is forbidden regardless of whether safety can be ensured.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** １ 追越しの禁止（２）ア
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#### 第５章 自_第６節 追_04 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When being overtaken, you must not increase your speed until the overtaking is complete.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Section "2 Method of Overtaking (4)", clearly states: "When being overtaken, you must not increase your speed until the overtaking is complete." Therefore, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** ２ 追越しの方法（４）
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#### 第５章 自_第６節 追_05 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** In a tunnel with traffic lanes, you may change lanes or pass alongside another vehicle in order to overtake a car or general moped.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Section "1 Prohibition of Overtaking (3) D", states "tunnels (except where there are traffic lanes)." Tunnels with traffic lanes are an exception to the overtaking prohibition. Therefore, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** １ 追越しの禁止（３）エ
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#### 第５章 自_第６節 追_06 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When overtaking another vehicle, you must, as a rule, pass on its right side.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Section "2 Method of Overtaking (1)", clearly states: "When overtaking another vehicle, you must pass on its right side." Therefore, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** ２ 追越しの方法（１）
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#### 第５章 自_第６節 追_07 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Within 30 meters before a railroad crossing, you must not change lanes or pass alongside another vehicle in order to overtake a car or general moped.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Section "1 Prohibition of Overtaking (3) F", clearly states "railroad crossings, crosswalks, bicycle crossings, and within 30 meters before them." Therefore, this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** １ 追越しの禁止（３）カ
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#### 第５章 自_第６節 追_08 [MC, medium]

**Question:** In the driving procedure for overtaking, how much time is stated in the Rules of the Road between signaling with the right turn indicator and changing lanes?
**Options:**
  A. After about 1 second
  B. After about 2 seconds
  C. After about 3 seconds
  D. After about 5 seconds
**Correct:** C. After about 3 seconds
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Section "3 Driving Procedure for Overtaking (4)", clearly states: "After about 3 seconds, gradually move to the right while accelerating within the speed limit." Therefore, the correct answer is "After about 3 seconds."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** ３ 追越しの運転手順（４）
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#### 第５章 自_第６節 追_09 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Which of the following is a correct case where you may overtake by passing on the left side?
**Options:**
  A. When the vehicle in front is moving close to the left edge of the road in order to turn left
  B. When the vehicle in front is moving close to the center of the road in order to turn right
  C. When the vehicle in front is moving slowly
  D. When the vehicle behind is trying to overtake you
**Correct:** B. When the vehicle in front is moving close to the center of the road in order to turn right
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Section "2 Method of Overtaking (1)", clearly states: "When another vehicle is moving close to the center of the road (or the right edge on a one-way road) in order to turn right, or when overtaking a streetcar, you must pass on its left side."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** ２ 追越しの方法（１）
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#### 第５章 自_第６節 追_10 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Which of the following is NOT listed in the Rules of the Road as a case where overtaking is prohibited?
**Options:**
  A. When the vehicle in front is overtaking another car
  B. When the vehicle behind is overtaking your vehicle
  C. When the vehicle in front is changing lanes to the left in order to turn left
  D. When entering the right side of the road to overtake would obstruct oncoming traffic
**Correct:** C. When the vehicle in front is changing lanes to the left in order to turn left
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road, Section "1 Prohibition of Overtaking (2) B", states "when the vehicle in front is changing lanes to the right in order to turn right, etc." "When changing lanes to the left in order to turn left" is not listed as a case where overtaking is prohibited.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** １ 追越しの禁止（２）
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### 第７節 交差点の通り方

#### 第５章 自_第７節 交_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Intersections and their surrounding areas are where the most accidents occur.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Chapter 5, Section 7, 1(1) of the Rules of the Road clearly states: "Intersections and their surrounding areas are where the most accidents occur." Because right-turning vehicles, pedestrians, and various other traffic intersect at intersections, they require special attention.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 1 交差点を通行するときの注意 (1)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q061 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q061.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第７節 交_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Large vehicles have a small inner-wheel difference, so there is little risk of involving pedestrians or bicycles on the left side when turning left.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Section 1(3) of the Rules of the Road states: "Large vehicles in particular have a large inner-wheel difference and poor visibility to the left rear, so be careful not to involve pedestrians, specified small motorized bicycles, or bicycles traveling on the left side." Because large vehicles have a "large" inner-wheel difference, the risk of involvement is high.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 1 交差点を通行するときの注意 (3)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q062 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q062.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第７節 交_03 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When turning left, you must move to the left edge of the road as much as possible in advance, and proceed along the side edge of the intersection while slowing down to a stop-ready speed.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Section 2(1) of the Rules of the Road states: "When turning left, you must move to the left edge of the road as much as possible in advance, and proceed along the side edge of the intersection while slowing down to a stop-ready speed (jokō)." This is the basic method for making left turns.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 2 交差点(環状交差点を除きます。)の通行方法 (1)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q063 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q063.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第７節 交_04 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When turning right, you must proceed just outside the center of the intersection while slowing down to a stop-ready speed (jokō).
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Section 2(2) of the Rules of the Road states: "When turning right, you must move to the center of the road as much as possible in advance, and proceed just inside the center of the intersection while slowing down to a stop-ready speed." The correct location is "just inside" the center, not "just outside."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 2 交差点(環状交差点を除きます。)の通行方法 (2)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q064 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q064.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第７節 交_05 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** When turning right at an intersection, if your vehicle entered the intersection first, you may obstruct the progress of vehicles going straight or turning left.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Section 2(5) of the Rules of the Road clearly states: "When turning right, if there are vehicles or streetcars going straight or turning left at that intersection, you must not obstruct their progress even if your vehicle entered the intersection first." Straight and left-turning vehicles have priority even if you entered first.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 2 交差点(環状交差点を除きます。)の通行方法 (5)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q065 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q065.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第７節 交_06 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When traffic ahead is congested and you may stop in the intersection and obstruct the passage of vehicles from the cross direction, you must not enter the intersection even if the signal is green.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Section 2(9) of the Rules of the Road states: "When traffic ahead is congested and you may stop in the intersection and obstruct the passage of vehicles from the cross direction, you must not enter the intersection even if the signal is green." This regulation prevents vehicles from remaining stopped in intersections.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 2 交差点(環状交差点を除きます。)の通行方法 (9)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q066 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q066.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第７節 交_07 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** At an uncontrolled intersection where there is a "stop" sign, you must come to a complete stop just before the stop line and must not obstruct the progress of vehicles traveling on the intersecting road.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Section 3(3) of the Rules of the Road states: "When there is a 'stop' sign, you must come to a complete stop just before the stop line (or just before the intersection if there is no stop line), and must not obstruct the progress of vehicles or streetcars traveling on the intersecting road."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 3 交通整理の行われていない交差点(環状交差点を除きます。)の通行方法 (3)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q067 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q067.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第７節 交_08 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which is the correct method for entering a roundabout?
**Options:**
  A. Move to the center of the road as much as possible and slow down to a stop-ready speed
  B. Move to the left edge of the road as much as possible, slow down to a stop-ready speed, and must not obstruct the progress of vehicles traveling within the roundabout
  C. Move to the right edge of the road as much as possible and come to a complete stop
  D. You may proceed at your current speed
**Correct:** B. Move to the left edge of the road as much as possible, slow down to a stop-ready speed, and must not obstruct the progress of vehicles traveling within the roundabout
**Explanation:** Sections 4(1) and 4(3) of the Rules of the Road state that at roundabouts you must "move to the left edge of the road as much as possible in advance" and "proceed while slowing down to a stop-ready speed," and "when entering a roundabout, you must slow down to a stop-ready speed and must not obstruct the progress of vehicles or streetcars traveling within the roundabout."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 4 環状交差点の通行方法 (1)(3)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q068 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q068.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第７節 交_09 [MC, hard]

**Question:** At an uncontrolled intersection where roads are of similar width, which vehicles must be given priority?
**Options:**
  A. Vehicles coming from the right
  B. Vehicles coming from the left and streetcars
  C. Vehicles that entered the intersection first
  D. Large vehicles
**Correct:** B. Vehicles coming from the left and streetcars
**Explanation:** Section 3(2) of the Rules of the Road states: "At intersections of roads of similar width, when there are streetcars or vehicles coming from the left, you must not obstruct the progress of those streetcars or vehicles." Vehicles coming from the left and streetcars have priority.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 3 交通整理の行われていない交差点(環状交差点を除きます。)の通行方法 (2)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q069 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q069.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第７節 交_10 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which is the correct method for turning right from a one-way road? This excludes the two-stage right turn for general mopeds.
**Options:**
  A. Move to the left edge of the road and proceed just outside the center of the intersection at a stop-ready speed
  B. Move to the center of the road and proceed just inside the center of the intersection at a stop-ready speed
  C. Move to the right edge of the road and proceed inside the center of the intersection at a stop-ready speed
  D. Make the right turn from your current position
**Correct:** C. Move to the right edge of the road and proceed inside the center of the intersection at a stop-ready speed
**Explanation:** Section 2(3) of the Rules of the Road states: "When turning right from a one-way road, you must move to the right edge of the road and proceed inside the center of the intersection while slowing down to a stop-ready speed." On one-way roads, unlike regular right turns, you need to move to the right edge of the road.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 2 交差点(環状交差点を除きます。)の通行方法 (3)
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q070 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q070.txt))

### 第８節 駐車と停車

#### 第５章 自_第８節 駐_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Parking means stopping a vehicle continuously or stopping when the driver has left the vehicle and cannot immediately operate it.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** According to the text, 'Parking means stopping a vehicle continuously or stopping when the driver has left the vehicle and cannot immediately operate it.' The definition of parking is either continuous stopping of the vehicle or stopping when the driver has left and cannot immediately operate it.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** １ 駐車と停車の意味
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q071 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q071.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第８節 駐_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Stopping to let passengers get on or off does not count as parking if it is within 10 minutes.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The text states, 'Stopping to let passengers get on or off, or to load or unload cargo within 5 minutes, does not count as parking.' There is no time limit mentioned for passenger loading and unloading, and the 5-minute condition applies to cargo loading and unloading. This question is an incorrect interpretation.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** １ 駐車と停車の意味
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q072 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q072.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第８節 駐_03 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Within 5 meters of the edge of an intersection, both stopping and parking are prohibited.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The text clearly states that 'intersections and within 5 meters of their edges' are places where both stopping and parking are prohibited. However, exceptions include stopping for red lights or to prevent danger.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** ２ 駐車、停車の禁止（２）オ
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q073 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q073.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第８節 駐_04 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** Within 5 meters before and after the edge of a railroad crossing, both stopping and parking are prohibited.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The text states that 'railroad crossings and within 10 meters before and after their edges' are prohibited for stopping and parking. The '5 meters' in the question is incorrect; the correct distance is '10 meters.' This is a trick question that changes the number.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** ２ 駐車、停車の禁止（２）ク
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q074 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q074.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第８節 駐_05 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following is a place where both stopping and parking are prohibited?
**Options:**
  A. Within 1 meter of a fire alarm
  B. Near the top of a hill or on a steep slope
  C. Within 3 meters of a parking lot entrance
  D. Within 5 meters of the edge of a road construction area
**Correct:** B. Near the top of a hill or on a steep slope
**Explanation:** According to the text, near the top of a hill or on a steep slope, both stopping and parking are prohibited. Within 1 meter of a fire alarm, within 3 meters of a parking lot entrance, and within 5 meters of the edge of a road construction area, parking is prohibited but stopping is permitted.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** ２ 駐車、停車の禁止（２）ウ、（３）イ、ウ、エ
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q075 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q075.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第８節 駐_06 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Within 10 meters of a bus stop sign, both stopping and parking are prohibited, but only during operating hours.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Under the Rules of the Road and the Enforcement Order of the Road Traffic Act §44(4), stopping and parking are prohibited within 10 metres of a bus or streetcar stop sign (or stop pole) — but only during the route's operating hours. Outside operating hours, you may stop or park there. Both conditions (within 10 m AND during operating hours) must hold for the prohibition to apply.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** ２ 駐車、停車の禁止（２）コ
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q076 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q076.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第８節 駐_07 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** Parking is prohibited in places where parking would leave less than 3 meters of space on the road to the right of the vehicle.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The text states, 'Parking is prohibited in places where parking would leave less than 3.5 meters of space on the road to the right of the vehicle.' The '3 meters' in the question is incorrect; the correct distance is '3.5 meters.'
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** ２ 駐車、停車の禁止（４）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q077 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q077.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第８節 駐_08 [MC, medium]

**Question:** When stopping or parking by entering a roadside strip, what is the minimum amount of space that must be left?
**Options:**
  A. 0.5 meters
  B. 0.75 meters
  C. 1 meter
  D. 1.5 meters
**Correct:** B. 0.75 meters
**Explanation:** The text states, 'If the roadside strip is wide, you may enter it, but in this case you must leave at least 0.75 meters of space.' At least 0.75 meters of space is required.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** ３ 駐車、停車の方法（３）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q078 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q078.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第８節 駐_09 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** You must not stop or park alongside a vehicle that is already stopped or parked parallel to the road.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The text clearly states, 'Do not stop or park alongside a vehicle that is stopped or parked parallel to the road.' So-called double parking is prohibited. This is a requirement to be observed regarding stopping and parking methods.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** ３ 駐車、停車の方法（５）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q079 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q079.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第８節 駐_10 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Which of the following is not listed in the text as someone who can receive a special parking permit?
**Options:**
  A. Elderly drivers aged 70 or older
  B. Drivers who are pregnant or within 8 weeks after childbirth
  C. Drivers with conditions on their license due to physical disabilities
  D. Drivers carrying children under 12 as passengers
**Correct:** D. Drivers carrying children under 12 as passengers
**Explanation:** Eligible recipients of a special parking permit ("elderly drivers, etc.") are drivers aged 70 or older, certain hearing-impaired persons, persons with physical disabilities, and drivers who are pregnant or within 8 weeks after childbirth. Merely carrying children under 12 as passengers does not make a driver eligible for the permit.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** ５ 高齢運転者等専用場所等での駐車、停車（３）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q080 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q080.txt))

### 第９節 オートマチック車などの運転

#### 第５章 自_第９節 オ_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Because automatic transmission vehicles do not require clutch operation, they may be handled casually.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The text clearly states: "Because clutch operation is not required, the operational burden is reduced and driving becomes easier, but you must not handle it casually." It is necessary to understand the basics of operating an automatic transmission vehicle and operate it accurately for safe driving.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** １ オートマチック車の運転（１）運転に当たつての心構え
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q081 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q081.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第９節 オ_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When parking an automatic transmission vehicle, you may shift the gear lever to P before the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The text clearly states: "Do not shift the gear lever to P before the vehicle comes to a complete stop." When parking, you must firmly apply the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal, then shift the gear lever to P.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** １ オートマチック車の運転（５）駐車
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q082 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q082.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第９節 オ_03 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** While driving an automatic car, you stopped at a red light at an intersection. The stop looked likely to be long, but instead of shifting to N you kept the lever in D and waited while pressing the brake pedal firmly.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** When an automatic car's stop is likely to be long, the correct procedure is to shift the lever to N to prevent unintended movement from the creep phenomenon. Waiting in D is therefore incorrect.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** １ オートマチック車の運転（４）交差点などで停止したとき
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q083 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q083.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第９節 オ_04 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Before starting the engine of an automatic transmission vehicle, you must depress the brake pedal to confirm its position and visually confirm the position of the accelerator pedal.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The "Starting the engine" section of the text clearly states: "Before starting the engine, depress the brake pedal to confirm its position and visually confirm the position of the accelerator pedal." This is a basic confirmation step for safe vehicle operation.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** １ オートマチック車の運転（２）エンジンの始動 ア
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q084 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q084.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第９節 オ_05 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which is the correct procedure for starting the engine of an automatic transmission vehicle?
**Options:**
  A. Confirm that the gear lever is in the N position, depress the brake pedal, and start the engine
  B. Confirm that the parking brake is applied and the gear lever is in the P position, then depress the brake pedal and start the engine
  C. Release the parking brake, then confirm that the gear lever is in the P position and start the engine
  D. Confirm that the gear lever is in the D position, apply the parking brake, and start the engine
**Correct:** B. Confirm that the parking brake is applied and the gear lever is in the P position, then depress the brake pedal and start the engine
**Explanation:** The text clearly states: "Confirm that the parking brake is applied and the gear lever is in the P position, then depress the brake pedal and start the engine." Three conditions are necessary: the parking brake is applied, the gear lever is in P, and the brake pedal is depressed.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** １ オートマチック車の運転（２）エンジンの始動 イ
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q085 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q085.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第９節 オ_06 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** In an automatic transmission vehicle while stopped, if you do not keep the brake pedal firmly depressed, the vehicle may slowly move forward even without pressing the accelerator pedal.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The text clearly states: "If you do not keep the brake pedal firmly depressed, the vehicle may slowly move forward even without pressing the accelerator pedal (creep phenomenon), which can cause unexpected accidents such as rear-end collisions." This is called the creep phenomenon.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** １ オートマチック車の運転（４）交差点などで停止したとき
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q086 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q086.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第９節 オ_07 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When starting an automatic transmission vehicle, immediately after the engine starts or when the air conditioner is operating, the engine speed increases and there is a risk of sudden start, so you must depress the brake pedal especially firmly.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The text clearly states: "Immediately after the engine starts or when the air conditioner is operating, the engine speed increases and there is a risk of sudden start, so depress the brake pedal especially firmly." In such situations, extra caution is needed compared to normal conditions.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** １ オートマチック車の運転（３）発進
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q087 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q087.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第９節 オ_08 [MC, easy]

**Question:** Which statement about Advanced Safety Vehicles (ASV) is correct?
**Options:**
  A. Like automated driving systems, the driver does not need to constantly monitor the surrounding conditions
  B. There are limitations, such as it may not operate properly when traveling at or above certain speeds
  C. Advanced technology guarantees completely safe driving in all situations
  D. Because it is a system that assists the driver's safe driving, you may drive with overreliance on the technology
**Correct:** B. There are limitations, such as it may not operate properly when traveling at or above certain speeds
**Explanation:** The text clearly states: "This system has limitations, such as it may not operate properly when traveling at or above certain speeds." ASV is a driving assistance technology, and it is necessary to properly understand its limitations and precautions and to drive without overreliance on the technology.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** ２ 先進安全自動車（ASV）の運転
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q088 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q088.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第９節 オ_09 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Even when driving using an automated driving system in an automated vehicle, the driver must be in a state where they can immediately recognize a takeover request or a malfunction of the vehicle and take over the driving operation.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road require that, while using an automated driving system, the driver must be able to immediately recognize takeover requests or malfunctions and be ready to take over driving. The statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** ３ 自動運転車（３）自動運行装置を使つて運転する場合の遵守事項
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q089 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q089.txt))

#### 第５章 自_第９節 オ_10 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Which statement about starting an automatic transmission vehicle is correct?
**Options:**
  A. Operate the gear lever, then depress the brake pedal to start
  B. While firmly depressing the brake pedal, operate the gear lever, visually confirm its position, then release the parking brake to start
  C. Release the parking brake first, then operate the gear lever to start
  D. While pressing the accelerator pedal, operate the gear lever to start
**Correct:** B. While firmly depressing the brake pedal, operate the gear lever, visually confirm its position, then release the parking brake to start
**Explanation:** The text clearly states: "While firmly depressing the brake pedal, shift the gear lever to D when moving forward or R when reversing, visually confirm that the position is correct, then release the parking brake, gradually release the brake pedal, and gently press the accelerator pedal to start."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** １ オートマチック車の運転（３）発進
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q090 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_q090.txt))

### 第8節 駐車と停車

#### ch5_trap_01 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Because I was in a hurry, I stopped 3 meters from the edge of an intersection to let a passenger out.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that stopping and parking are prohibited at intersections and within 5 meters of their edges. Even for boarding or alighting passengers, stopping in this location is a violation.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §8 (Parking & stopping) — Stopping/parking is prohibited near intersections (within 5 m), pedestrian crossings, crossings (within 10 m), fire hydrants, bus stops (within 10 m of the post during operating hours), and where signs/markings prohibit it.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_01 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_01.txt))

### 第6節 追越しなど

#### ch5_trap_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Because there was no oncoming traffic, I changed lanes and passed the car in front of me near a curve in the road.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that near a curve in the road, you must not change lanes or pass alongside a car or general moped for the purpose of overtaking. It is a violation regardless of the presence of oncoming traffic.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §6 (Overtaking) — Overtake on the right side. Do not overtake where prohibited (near intersections, crossings, pedestrian crossings, curves, hills, tunnels) or when the lead vehicle is itself overtaking or turning right.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_02 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_02.txt))

### 第3節 歩行者の保護など

#### ch5_trap_03 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Because it was nighttime with little traffic, as I approached a crosswalk I assumed there were probably no pedestrians crossing, so I passed through without slowing down.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that when approaching a crosswalk you must slow down so that you can stop before it, unless it is clear that there are no pedestrians or bicycles crossing. Merely assuming 'there probably aren't any' is not the same as it being clear, and at night pedestrians may be detected late, so you must slow down.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §3 (Protecting pedestrians) — Drivers must slow to a stop-ready speed (jokō) or stop entirely when passing close to pedestrians, children walking alone, the visually-impaired with a white cane or guide dog, or elderly persons. Streetcar stops require special caution.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_03 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_03.txt))

### 第1節 安全な発進

#### ch5_trap_04 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Because other vehicles were not doing so either, I started driving without having the passenger in the rear seat wear a seatbelt.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that when driving a vehicle equipped with seatbelts, the driver must wear one and must also have passengers in the front and rear seats wear them. The behavior of other vehicles is irrelevant.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 9: Safety checks, signals, and horn use
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §1 (Starting off safely) — Before starting, adjust mirrors and seat position, confirm no obstacles around the vehicle, and use the turn signal before pulling out. When starting on a hill, prevent rolling backward by using the parking brake.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_04 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_04.txt))

### 第5節 進路変更など

#### ch5_trap_05 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When changing lanes, you must always confirm that there is a safe distance even if the vehicle behind you has to apply sudden brakes before changing.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that you must not change lanes if a vehicle coming from behind would have to use sudden braking or sudden steering to avoid you. As an exception, there are cases where you must change lanes unavoidably, so the absolute expression "must always" is incorrect.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §5 (Changing course) — Signal at least 3 seconds before changing lanes or course; never change where a no-lane-change marking (yellow solid line on lane boundary) is in effect. Confirm safety by checking mirrors and blind spots.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_05 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_05.txt))

### 第8節 駐車と停車

#### ch5_trap_06 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** In places where there would be less than 3.5 meters of space on the roadway to the right of the vehicle, parking is prohibited in all cases.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that parking is prohibited in places where there would be less than 3.5 meters of space on the roadway to the right of the vehicle, but exceptions allow parking when loading or unloading cargo and the driver can move the vehicle immediately, or when it is unavoidable for rescuing the sick or injured.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §8 (Parking & stopping) — Stopping/parking is prohibited near intersections (within 5 m), pedestrian crossings, crossings (within 10 m), fire hydrants, bus stops (within 10 m of the post during operating hours), and where signs/markings prohibit it.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_06 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_06.txt))

### 第3節 歩行者の保護など

#### ch5_trap_07 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** At a crosswalk or bicycle crossing and within 30 meters before it, you must never overtake or pass other vehicles.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that you must not overtake or pass other vehicles at a crosswalk or bicycle crossing and within 30 meters before it. There are no exceptions to this rule.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §3 (Protecting pedestrians) — Drivers must slow to a stop-ready speed (jokō) or stop entirely when passing close to pedestrians, children walking alone, the visually-impaired with a white cane or guide dog, or elderly persons. Streetcar stops require special caution.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_07 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_07.txt))

### 第4節 安全な速度と車間距離

#### ch5_trap_08 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When passing near a curve in the road, you must come to a complete stop.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that when passing near a curve in the road, you must slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō). The correct requirement is jokō, not a complete stop.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §4 (Safe speed & following distance) — Stopping distance = reaction distance + braking distance. Following distance must allow safe stop if the lead vehicle brakes suddenly. Bad weather, heavy loads, and worn tires all lengthen braking distance.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_08 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_08.txt))

### 第8節 駐車と停車

#### ch5_trap_09 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Stopping to pick up or drop off passengers, or to load or unload cargo for 5 minutes or less, is considered stopping.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Stopping (teisha) means a short stop that does not constitute parking. Stopping to pick up or drop off passengers, or to load or unload cargo for 5 minutes or less, does not constitute parking, so it is classified as stopping. Therefore this statement is correct.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §8 (Parking & stopping) — Stopping/parking is prohibited near intersections (within 5 m), pedestrian crossings, crossings (within 10 m), fire hydrants, bus stops (within 10 m of the post during operating hours), and where signs/markings prohibit it.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_09 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_09.txt))

### 第5節 進路変更など

#### ch5_trap_10 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When changing your course to the right, you must give a signal about 3 seconds after you intend to change course.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that when changing your course to the right while continuing in the same direction, you must give a signal about 3 seconds before you intend to change course. The correct timing is 3 seconds before, not 3 seconds after.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §5 (Changing course) — Signal at least 3 seconds before changing lanes or course; never change where a no-lane-change marking (yellow solid line on lane boundary) is in effect. Confirm safety by checking mirrors and blind spots.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_10 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_10.txt))

### 第2節 自動車の通行するところ

#### ch5_trap_11 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** It is not that you must not drive on sidewalks or roadside strips.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that you must not drive on sidewalks or roadside strips. There are exceptions, such as crossing them to enter or exit a place facing the road, but in principle, driving on them is prohibited. The double-negative sentence means "you may drive on them," which is incorrect.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 4: Where vehicles may and may not travel
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §2 (Where vehicles drive) — Vehicles drive on the left half of the road. When there are lanes, drive in the left lane; right lanes are for passing or right turns. Light vehicles use the leftmost lane.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_11 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_11.txt))

### 第5節 進路変更など

#### ch5_trap_12 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** The vehicle in front was slow to start, so I sounded the horn to urge it to move.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that the horn may only be sounded at locations with a "Sound Horn" sign, in sections with a "Horn Section" sign when passing through places with poor visibility, or when unavoidable to avoid danger, and must not be sounded otherwise. Using it to urge someone to start is a violation.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.5 §5 (Changing course) — Signal at least 3 seconds before changing lanes or course; never change where a no-lane-change marking (yellow solid line on lane boundary) is in effect. Confirm safety by checking mirrors and blind spots.
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_12 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_trap_12.txt))

### 第７節 交差点の通り方

#### ch5_pastexam_01 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** At an intersection with no traffic signals or police officer directing traffic, if the width of the intersecting road is clearly wider than the road you are traveling on, you must slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō) and not interfere with the passage of vehicles or streetcars traveling on that wider road.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** This statement is correct. Chapter 5, Section 7 of the Rules of the Road (Passing Through Intersections) states that when the intersecting road is a priority road or is wider, you must slow down to jokō speed and must not interfere with the progress of vehicles or streetcars traveling on the intersecting road. Under the principle of priority for wider roads, vehicles entering a wide road from a narrow road have an obligation to yield to vehicles and streetcars traveling on the wider road.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings
**Source:** 第７節 交差点の通り方
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_01 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_01.txt))

### 第４節 安全な速度と車間距離

#### ch5_pastexam_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When a driver is fatigued, the distance the vehicle travels between when the driver steps on the brake pedal and when the brakes actually begin to take effect becomes longer, so the stopping distance also becomes longer.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** This statement is correct. When a driver is fatigued, reaction time becomes longer, and the reaction distance—the distance the vehicle travels between stepping on the brake and when the brakes actually begin to take effect—becomes longer. Since stopping distance is the sum of reaction distance and braking distance, if reaction distance increases, stopping distance also becomes longer. This is specified in Chapter 5, Section 4 of the Rules of the Road (Safe Speed and Following Distance).
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 第４節 安全な速度と車間距離
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_02 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_02.txt))

#### ch5_pastexam_03 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** In rainy weather or when carrying heavy cargo, braking distance becomes longer, so it is necessary to maintain a greater following distance from the vehicle ahead than usual.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** This statement is correct. Chapter 5, Section 4 of the Rules of the Road states that braking distance becomes longer when traveling on rain-soaked roads or when carrying heavy cargo. Drivers are required to maintain sufficient following distance so that they can stop safely even if the vehicle ahead stops suddenly, taking into account weather conditions, road surface and tire condition, the weight of cargo, and other factors.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 第５章 第４節 安全な速度と車間距離
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_03 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_03.txt))

### 第９節 オートマチック車などの運転

#### ch5_pastexam_04 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** If an automatic transmission vehicle stalls inside a railroad crossing or intersection, it is possible to move the vehicle by operating the starter motor, just as with a manual transmission vehicle.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** This statement is incorrect. With a manual transmission vehicle, you can move the vehicle using the starter motor without disengaging the clutch, but this method cannot be used with an automatic transmission vehicle. This is because, due to the structure of automatic transmission vehicles, drive from the starter motor is not transmitted. This difference is clearly stated in Chapter 5, Section 9 of the Rules of the Road (Driving Automatic Transmission Vehicles, etc.).
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 14: Driving an automatic-transmission vehicle
**Source:** 教則 第５章 第９節 オートマチック車などの運転
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### 第６節 追越しなど

#### ch5_pastexam_05 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** In sections where the center line of the road is marked with a solid yellow line, crossing over to the right side to overtake the vehicle ahead is prohibited, but overtaking within the lane without crossing the center line is permitted.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** This statement is correct. Chapter 5, Section 6 of the Rules of the Road (Overtaking, etc.) states that when there is a solid yellow line (no crossing for overtaking marking), you must not cross over to the right side of the road to overtake. However, overtaking within the range that does not involve crossing over is not prohibited. If you do not cross the center line, it is possible to overtake safely within the same lane.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 11: Overtaking
**Source:** 第６節 追越しなど
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_05 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_05.txt))

### 第８節 駐車と停車

#### ch5_pastexam_06 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Within 5 meters before and after the edge of a crosswalk or bicycle crossing, you must not park a vehicle, but brief stopping for loading or unloading cargo is permitted.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Within 5 meters before and after the edge of a crosswalk or bicycle crossing, not only parking but also stopping is prohibited. You may not stop a vehicle even briefly. This regulation is to ensure the safe crossing of pedestrians and bicycles. (Road Traffic Act Article 44, Paragraph 1, Item 4; Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 8: Parking and Stopping)
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 10: Parking and stopping
**Source:** 道路交通法 第44条 1項 4号
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### 第４節 安全な速度と車間距離

#### ch5_pastexam_07 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When traveling at 100 kilometers per hour on an expressway, if the road surface is dry and the tires are new, it is necessary to maintain a following distance of approximately 100 meters or more from the vehicle ahead.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** When the road surface is dry and the tires are new, a following distance of approximately 100 meters is necessary at 100 kilometers per hour. At 80 kilometers per hour, approximately 80 meters is the guideline. If the road surface is wet from rain or the tires are worn, a following distance of approximately twice this distance may be necessary. This is specified in Chapter 5, Section 4 (Safe speed and following distance) of the Rules of the Road.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 7: Safe speed and following distance
**Source:** 第４節 安全な速度と車間距離
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_07 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_07.txt))

### 第５節 進路変更など

#### ch5_pastexam_08 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When reversing a vehicle, you must signal either by turning on the reverse lights or by extending your arm out of the vehicle and moving your palm facing backward.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** This statement is correct. The Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 5, specifies that when reversing, you must signal by turning on the reverse lights or by extending your arm out of the vehicle and moving your palm facing backward. Proper signals are required when changing lanes, making a U-turn, reversing, and similar maneuvers.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 10: Lane changes and similar maneuvers
**Source:** 第５節 進路変更など
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_08 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_08.txt))

### 第３節 歩行者の保護など

#### ch5_pastexam_09 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When passing near the front or rear of a stopped vehicle, there is a risk that pedestrians such as children may suddenly run out from under or behind the vehicle, so you must stop or slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō) to confirm safety.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road specifies that when a child is walking alone, you must stop or slow down to a stop-ready speed to allow safe passage. Children may become absorbed in something that catches their interest and suddenly run into the road or cross directly in front of or behind a vehicle, so special caution is needed for children running out from behind stopped vehicles. The statement in the question is correct. (Source: Rules of the Road, Chapter 5, Section 3, Protection of Pedestrians, etc.)
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians
**Source:** 第３節 歩行者の保護など
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_09 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch5_pastexam_09.txt))

### 第２節 自動車の通行するところ

#### kyousyu_1-12_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** On a road where one side has a cliff with a risk of falling, if safe passing is not possible, the vehicle on the cliff side must come to a complete stop and yield.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that on a road where one side has a cliff with a risk of falling, if safe passing is not possible, the vehicle on the cliff side must come to a complete stop and yield. Remember that the vehicle on the cliff side yields to avoid the risk of falling.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 12: Passing oncoming vehicles
**Source:** 片側が転落のおそれのあるがけになつている道路で、安全な行き違いができないときは、がけ側の車は一時停止をして道を譲りましよう。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_1-12_01 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_1-12_01.txt))

#### kyousyu_1-12_02 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** On slopes, because starting on an uphill is difficult, the principle is that the descending vehicle yields to the ascending vehicle when passing each other.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that on slopes, because starting on an uphill is difficult, the descending vehicle yields to the ascending vehicle. This is to avoid collisions or backward rolling caused by failed starts on uphill slopes, and is a fundamental rule for passing on slopes.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 12: Passing oncoming vehicles
**Source:** 坂道では、上り坂での発進がむずかしいため、下りの車が、上りの車に道を譲りましよう。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_1-12_02 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_1-12_02.txt))

#### kyousyu_1-12_03 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When passing on a slope, the principle is that the descending vehicle yields to the ascending vehicle, but if there is a turnout nearby, even the ascending vehicle should enter the turnout and wait.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that when passing on a slope, the principle is that the descending vehicle yields to the ascending vehicle, but if there is a turnout nearby, even the ascending vehicle should enter the turnout and wait. As an exception to the principle, remember that the ascending vehicle may yield when a turnout is available.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 12: Passing oncoming vehicles
**Source:** 近くに待避所があるときは、上りの車でも、その待避所に入つて待ちましよう。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_1-12_03 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_1-12_03.txt))

#### kyousyu_1-12_04 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** On mountain roads, the shoulder may be prone to collapse, so when passing oncoming vehicles, it is best to pull over as close as possible to the shoulder to ensure a wide gap with the oncoming vehicle.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that on mountain roads, the shoulder may be prone to collapse, so when passing oncoming vehicles, you should be careful not to pull over too close to the shoulder. Pulling over too close poses a risk of falling or running off the road, so "pull over as close as possible" is incorrect.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 12: Passing oncoming vehicles
**Source:** 山道では、路肩が崩れやすくなつていることがあります。このような場合の行き違いでは、路肩に寄り過ぎないよう注意しましよう。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_1-12_04 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_1-12_04.txt))

#### kyousyu_1-12_05 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Which of the following is correct regarding passing on slopes or roads with cliffs?
**Options:**
  A. Because starting on an uphill is difficult, the principle when passing is that the ascending vehicle yields to the descending vehicle.
  B. On a road where one side has a cliff with a risk of falling, if safe passing is not possible, the vehicle on the side opposite the cliff must come to a complete stop and yield.
  C. On a slope, if there is a turnout nearby, even the ascending vehicle should enter the turnout and wait.
  D. When passing on mountain roads, the shoulder is not prone to collapse, so you may pull over all the way to the edge of the shoulder.
**Correct:** C. On a slope, if there is a turnout nearby, even the ascending vehicle should enter the turnout and wait.
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that on slopes, the principle is that the descending vehicle yields to the ascending vehicle, but if there is a turnout nearby, even the ascending vehicle should enter the turnout and wait. The other options are incorrect because the vehicle on the cliff side must yield, and on mountain roads you should not pull over too close to the shoulder.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 1 – Topic 12: Passing oncoming vehicles
**Source:** 近くに待避所があるときは、上りの車でも、その待避所に入つて待ちましよう。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_1-12_05 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_1-12_05.txt))

### 第３節 歩行者の保護など

#### kyousyu_2-03_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Not only motor vehicle drivers, but also pedestrians and those riding special small motorized bicycles and bicycles need to be familiar with vehicle characteristics such as blind spots and inner wheel differences.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that not only motor vehicle drivers, but also pedestrians and those riding special small motorized bicycles and bicycles should be familiar with vehicle characteristics such as blind spots and inner wheel differences. This is an attitude expected not only of drivers but of pedestrians and others as well.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 3: Blind spots and driving
**Source:** 第１章第１節２（５）「自動車の運転者はもちろん、歩行者、特定小型原動機付自転車や自転車に乗る人も、自動車の死角、内輪差など自動車の特性をよく知つておくこと。」
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#### kyousyu_2-03_02 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When passing near a stopped vehicle, you must be careful because a door may suddenly open or a person may dart out from behind the vehicle.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road require that when passing near a stopped vehicle, you be careful because a door may suddenly open or a person may dart out from behind the vehicle. Stopped vehicles are typical blind spots and require caution.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 3: Blind spots and driving
**Source:** 第５章第３節１（５）「止まつている車のそばを通るときは、急にドアが開いたり、車の陰から人が飛び出したりする場合があるので注意しましよう。」
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_2-03_02 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/kyousyu_2-03_02.txt))

#### kyousyu_2-03_03 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Elderly pedestrians are prone to accidents when crossing directly in front of or behind a vehicle, so drivers must pay special attention to elderly people walking immediately in front of or behind a stopped vehicle.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road caution that accidents involving elderly pedestrians often occur when crossing directly in front of or directly behind a vehicle. The area immediately in front of and behind a stopped vehicle is a blind spot for both the driver and oncoming or following vehicles, and extra deceleration and confirmation are necessary for elderly pedestrians in particular.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 3: Blind spots and driving
**Source:** 第５章第３節５「高齢の歩行者の事故は、高齢者が車の直前又は直後を横断しているときに多く起こつていますので、注意しましよう。」
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#### kyousyu_2-03_04 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** The area near the top of an uphill slope has poor visibility and easily becomes a blind spot, so you must slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō), and you must not overtake in that location.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that the area near the top of an uphill slope has poor visibility, so you must slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō), and you must not overtake there. The area near the top is a blind spot where oncoming vehicles are difficult to see, so jokō and a prohibition on overtaking are required.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 3: Blind spots and driving
**Source:** 第６章第２節１（３）「上り坂の頂上付近は見通しが悪いので、徐行しましよう。また、そこでは追越しをしてはいけません。」
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#### kyousyu_2-03_05 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Regarding driving related to blind spots and visibility, which of the following is correct?
**Options:**
  A. When passing through a corner or curve, be careful because the vehicle's inner wheel difference may cause you to draw in pedestrians or bicycles on the inside.
  B. The area near the top of an uphill slope has poor visibility so you must slow down to a stop-ready speed (jokō), but you may overtake if the road is clear.
  C. When passing near a stopped vehicle, there is no concern that a door will suddenly open because you can see inside the vehicle from the driver's seat.
  D. Characteristics such as blind spots and inner wheel differences need only be known by drivers; pedestrians and bicycle riders do not need to know them.
**Correct:** A. When passing through a corner or curve, be careful because the vehicle's inner wheel difference may cause you to draw in pedestrians or bicycles on the inside.
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road state that at corners and curves, the inner wheel difference may cause you to draw in pedestrians or bicycles on the inside. Overtaking is prohibited near hilltops, attention is required for sudden door opening at stopped vehicles, and pedestrians and bicycle riders should also be familiar with characteristics such as blind spots.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 3: Blind spots and driving
**Source:** 第６章第２節２（４）「車の内輪差のため、内側にいる歩行者、特定小型原動機付自転車や自転車などを巻き込んだり…するおそれがありますから注意しましよう。」
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