# MenkyoQuest — Ch. 7 Expressway (full chapter)

> Entering, driving, speed limits, and breakdown handling on Japanese expressways. Key points that frequently appear on the full-license written test.

## Chapter metadata

- Number: Chapter 7
- Japanese title: 第７章 高速道路での走行
- English subtitle: Expressway
- Total questions: 25
- Format split: 19 true/false + 6 multiple-choice
- Difficulty split: easy 8 / medium 13 / hard 4

## All questions

### 第１節 高速道路に入る前の心得

#### 第７章 高_第１節 高_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Before driving on an expressway, you must check that you have sufficient fuel.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states under "(1) Vehicle Inspection" that "a. Is the fuel level sufficient?" You must check the fuel level in advance to avoid running out of fuel and stopping on the expressway.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** （１）車を点検すること ア 燃料の量が十分であるか。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q001 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q001.txt))

#### 第７章 高_第１節 高_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When driving on an expressway, you need to reduce tire air pressure slightly.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states under "f. Is the tire air pressure appropriate?" with a note in parentheses: "When driving on an expressway, increase the air pressure slightly." The correct inspection method is to increase it slightly, not reduce it.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** カ タイヤの空気圧が適当であるか（高速道路を走行するときは、空気圧をやや高めにする。）
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q002 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q002.txt))

#### 第７章 高_第１節 高_03 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** Cargo is more likely to fall or scatter on expressways, so you must inspect it beforehand and take necessary measures.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states under "(2) Check the Condition of Your Load" that "When traveling at high speed, cargo is more likely to fall or scatter. Before driving on an expressway, you must inspect your cargo to ensure it will not fall or scatter, and take necessary measures such as reloading."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** （２）積荷の状態を調べること
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q003 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q003.txt))

#### 第７章 高_第１節 高_04 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** You need to prepare a breakdown warning device in advance in case you have to stop on an expressway due to a breakdown or other reasons.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states under "(3) Prepare a Breakdown Warning Device" that "If you must stop on an expressway due to a breakdown or other reasons, you are required to place a breakdown warning device to indicate that your vehicle is stopped. Prepare one in advance."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** （３）停止表示器材を用意すること
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#### 第７章 高_第１節 高_05 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following is NOT listed in the Rules of the Road as an item requiring inspection before driving on an expressway?
**Options:**
  A. Is the coolant level within the specified range?
  B. Is the wiper operating normally?
  C. Is the fan belt tension appropriate?
  D. Is the tire tread depth sufficient?
**Correct:** B. Is the wiper operating normally?
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road specifies inspection items for coolant level, fan belt tension, and tire tread depth, but does not mention wiper operation. It is important to remember only the inspection items specified in the text.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** （１）車を点検すること イ、オ、キの各項目
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#### 第７章 高_第１節 高_06 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** Checking whether the engine oil level is appropriate is an inspection item especially necessary when driving on an expressway.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states under "(1) Vehicle Inspection" that "When driving on an expressway, you must especially inspect the following items," and lists "d. Is the engine oil level appropriate?" This is an especially important inspection item to prevent stopping due to insufficient engine oil on the expressway.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** （１）車を点検すること エ エンジンオイルの量が適当であるか。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q006 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q006.txt))

#### 第７章 高_第１節 高_07 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Because continuous high-speed driving for long periods is dangerous, you need to create a driving plan with adequate rest breaks and time to spare.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states under "(4) Make a Reasonable Driving Plan" that "Continuous high-speed driving for long periods is dangerous. Create a driving plan with adequate rest breaks and time to spare." This is an important principle to prevent accidents caused by fatigue.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** （４）無理のない運転計画を立てること
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#### 第７章 高_第１節 高_08 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which of the following methods is listed in the Rules of the Road for checking road and traffic conditions before entering an expressway?
**Options:**
  A. Search online
  B. Listen to the radio
  C. Watch TV news
  D. Ask at the expressway toll booth
**Correct:** B. Listen to the radio
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states under "(5)" that "Before entering an expressway, check road and traffic conditions by listening to the radio or contacting the Japan Road Traffic Information Center." The methods listed in the text are listening to the radio and contacting the Japan Road Traffic Information Center.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** （５）高速道路に入る前には、ラジオを聞いたり、日本道路交通情報センターに問い合わせるなどして
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q008 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q008.txt))

#### 第７章 高_第１節 高_09 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** Checking whether the radiator cap is securely fastened is not included in the inspection items before driving on an expressway.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states under "(1) Vehicle Inspection" that "c. Is the radiator cap securely fastened?" and lists this as an item that must be especially inspected before driving on an expressway. Therefore, it is included in the inspection items.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** （１）車を点検すること ウ ラジエータキャップが確実に締まつているか。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q009 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q009.txt))

#### 第７章 高_第１節 高_10 [MC, easy]

**Question:** Which of the following breakdown warning devices is recommended in the Rules of the Road?
**Options:**
  A. One with a JIS mark
  B. One with a TS mark
  C. One with a PSE mark
  D. One with an SG mark
**Correct:** B. One with a TS mark
**Explanation:** The Rules of the Road states under "(3) Prepare a Breakdown Warning Device" that "Make an effort to use a breakdown warning device with a TS mark." The TS mark is affixed to products that meet standards established by the National Traffic Safety and Environment Laboratory.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** （３）停止表示器材を用意すること 停止表示器材は、努めてTSマークの付いたものを使いましよう。
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### 第２節 走行上の注意

#### 第７章 高_第２節 走_01 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** When entering the main lane of an expressway, if there is an acceleration lane, you must use the acceleration lane to accelerate sufficiently.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road Chapter 7, Section 2, 1(1) clearly states, "When entering the main lane, if there is an acceleration lane, you must use the acceleration lane to accelerate sufficiently." This is a necessary measure to safely merge into the flow of traffic on the main lane.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 1 本線車道へ入るときの注意 (1) 本線車道へ入ろうとする場合で、加速車線があるときは、加速車線を通行して、十分加速しなければなりません。
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#### 第７章 高_第２節 走_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When your vehicle breaks down on an expressway, the warning triangle should be placed in front of your vehicle.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road Chapter 7, Section 2, 4(2) specifies, "Place the warning triangle on the road behind the vehicle." To alert following traffic that your vehicle is stopped, you must place it behind your vehicle, not in front. This is a commonly tricky point.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 4 駐車、停車の禁止など (2) 高速道路で故障、燃料切れ、交通事故などにより運転することができなくなつたときは自動車の後方の路上に停止表示器材を置き
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#### 第７章 高_第２節 走_03 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** On the main lane of an expressway, U-turns, reversing, and crossing the median strip are prohibited.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road Chapter 7, Section 2, 3(4) clearly prohibits these actions: "On the main lane, you must not make U-turns, reverse, or cross the median strip." Because the main lane is for high-speed travel, these actions are strictly forbidden as they are extremely dangerous.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 3 走行方法 (4) 本線車道では、転回したり、後退したり、中央分離帯を横切つたりしてはいけません。
**Individual page:** https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q013 ([plain text](https://www.menkyoquest.com/en/q/ch7_q013.txt))

#### 第７章 高_第２節 走_04 [T/F, hard]

**Question:** When the road surface is dry and tires are new, at 80 km/h you need to maintain a following distance of about 100 meters.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road Chapter 7, Section 2, 2(4) specifies, "At 80 km/h, you need to maintain a following distance of about 80 meters." The required distance corresponds to speed: about 100 meters at 100 km/h, and about 80 meters at 80 km/h. It is not 100 meters.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 2 速度 (4) 路面が乾燥していて、タイヤが新しい場合は、時速100キロメートルでは約100メートル、時速80キロメートルでは約80メートルの車間距離をとる必要があります。
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#### 第７章 高_第２節 走_05 [MC, medium]

**Question:** On the main lane of an expressway, when no maximum or minimum speed is specified by signs or road markings, which combination of maximum and minimum speeds is correct for large passenger vehicles?
**Options:**
  A. Maximum speed 90 km/h, minimum speed 50 km/h
  B. Maximum speed 100 km/h, minimum speed 50 km/h
  C. Maximum speed 100 km/h, minimum speed 60 km/h
  D. Maximum speed 80 km/h, minimum speed 50 km/h
**Correct:** B. Maximum speed 100 km/h, minimum speed 50 km/h
**Explanation:** According to the table in Rules of the Road Chapter 7, Section 2, 2(3), large passenger vehicles fall under the category of "large passenger vehicles, medium vehicles other than specified medium freight vehicles, semi-medium vehicles, ordinary vehicles (excluding three-wheeled vehicles), large motorcycles, and ordinary motorcycles," with a maximum speed of 100 km/h and a minimum speed of 50 km/h.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 2 速度 (3) 標識や標示で最高速度や最低速度が指定されていない高速自動車国道の本線車道では、次の最高速度を超えたり、最低速度に達しない速度で運転してはいけません。【表：大型乗用自動車等 最高速度100 最低速度50】
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#### 第７章 高_第２節 走_06 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** On expressways, stopping and parking at parking areas and stopping for purposes such as paying tolls are permitted.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road Chapter 7, Section 2, 4(1)(c) clearly states that stopping and parking "at parking areas or when stopping for purposes such as paying tolls" is permitted. While stopping and parking are generally prohibited on expressways, these cases are recognized as exceptions.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 4 駐車、停車の禁止など (1) 高速道路では、次の場合のほかは、駐車や停車をしてはいけません。ウ パーキングエリアで駐停車したり、料金の支払いなどのため停車するとき。
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#### 第７章 高_第２節 走_07 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** Because it is dangerous to remain in a vehicle that has become unable to operate on an expressway, after taking necessary safety measures, you must evacuate to a safe location such as outside the guardrail.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road Chapter 7, Section 2, 4(4) states, "Remaining in a vehicle that has become unable to operate on an expressway is extremely dangerous, as there is a high risk of rear-end collisions with following vehicles. After taking necessary safety measures, do not remain in the vehicle; evacuate to a safe location such as outside the guardrail."
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 4 駐車、停車の禁止など (4) 高速道路上で運転することができなくなつた車にとどまることは、後続車が衝突する交通事故が発生するおそれが大きく、大変危険です。必要な危険防止措置をとつた後は、車に残らず、ガードレールの外側などの安全な場所に避難しましよう。
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#### 第７章 高_第２節 走_08 [MC, hard]

**Question:** Which following distance is correct when the road surface is wet and tires are worn? (Compared to the following distance when the road surface is dry and tires are new)
**Options:**
  A. About 1.5 times
  B. About 2 times
  C. About 3 times
  D. About 4 times
**Correct:** B. About 2 times
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road Chapter 7, Section 2, 2(4) specifies, "When the road surface is wet and tires are worn, a following distance of about twice this amount may be necessary." About twice the following distance required on a dry road surface with new tires is needed.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 2 速度 (4) また、路面が雨にぬれ、タイヤが減つている場合は、この約２倍程度の車間距離が必要となることがあります。
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#### 第７章 高_第２節 走_09 [MC, medium]

**Question:** Which precaution is correct when exiting from the main lane of an expressway?
**Options:**
  A. If there is a deceleration lane, rely on your sense of speed to slow down
  B. If there is a deceleration lane, check your speedometer while slowing down
  C. Do not use the deceleration lane and slow down on the main lane
  D. Do not slow down in the deceleration lane and proceed to the exit
**Correct:** B. If there is a deceleration lane, check your speedometer while slowing down
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road Chapter 7, Section 2, 5(2) clearly states, "In this case, if there is a deceleration lane, you must use that lane and reduce your speed while checking your speedometer rather than relying on your sense of speed." After high-speed driving, your sense of speed becomes dulled, so checking the speedometer is important.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 5 本線車道から出るとき (2) 出口に近づいたときは、あらかじめ出口に接続する車両通行帯を通行しなければなりません。この場合、減速車線があるときは、その車線を通り、感覚に頼らずに速度計で確かめながら速度を落とさなければなりません。
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#### 第７章 高_第２節 走_10 [T/F, easy]

**Question:** You may drive on the roadside strip or shoulder of an expressway.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Rules of the Road Chapter 7, Section 2, 3(2) clearly prohibits this: "You must not drive on the roadside strip or shoulder of an expressway." The roadside strip and shoulder are for emergency evacuation and for disabled vehicles to stop, not for normal driving.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 3 走行方法 (2) 高速道路の路側帯や路肩を通行してはいけません。
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### 第2節 4 駐車

#### ch7_trap_01 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** It was nighttime with little traffic, so when cargo fell onto the main lane of the expressway, I decided to pick it up myself and return it to my vehicle.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** Because expressways are dangerous, if cargo falls or scatters, you must not remove it yourself. Instead, you must contact the police by calling 110 and request removal of the cargo using an emergency telephone. Picking it up yourself is extremely dangerous.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.7 §2 (Driving on expressways) — Enter the main lane at sufficient speed after using the acceleration lane and signalling. Maintain the posted minimum speed and lane discipline. Do not stop or park on the main lane or shoulder except in emergencies; use hazard lights and emergency phones.
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### 第2節 1 本線車道へ入るときの注意 (1)(2)

#### ch7_trap_02 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** I was in a hurry, so I entered the main lane of the expressway without using the acceleration lane at the entrance, but as long as I did not obstruct vehicles traveling on the main lane, there is no problem.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** When entering the main lane and an acceleration lane is present, you must use the acceleration lane to accelerate sufficiently. There is also a rule that you must not obstruct vehicles traveling on the main lane, but using the acceleration lane itself is mandatory.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.7 §2 (Driving on expressways) — Enter the main lane at sufficient speed after using the acceleration lane and signalling. Maintain the posted minimum speed and lane discipline. Do not stop or park on the main lane or shoulder except in emergencies; use hazard lights and emergency phones.
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### 第2節 2 速度 (4)

#### ch7_trap_03 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** When the road surface is dry and the tires are new, you need to maintain a following distance of about 50 meters when traveling at 100 km/h.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** When the road surface is dry and the tires are new, you need to maintain a following distance of about 100 meters when traveling at 100 km/h. 50 meters is insufficient.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.7 §2 (Driving on expressways) — Enter the main lane at sufficient speed after using the acceleration lane and signalling. Maintain the posted minimum speed and lane discipline. Do not stop or park on the main lane or shoulder except in emergencies; use hazard lights and emergency phones.
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### 第2節 3 走行方法 (7)

#### ch7_trap_04 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** A vehicle towing another vehicle with a total weight exceeding 500 kilograms must travel in the leftmost lane on the main lane of an expressway with designated traffic lanes.
**Correct:** False
**Explanation:** The correct standard is for vehicles towing another vehicle with a total weight exceeding 750 kilograms, provided the towing vehicle has the structure and equipment for towing. The threshold is 750 kilograms, not 500 kilograms.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** Rules of the Road, Ch.7 §2 (Driving on expressways) — Enter the main lane at sufficient speed after using the acceleration lane and signalling. Maintain the posted minimum speed and lane discipline. Do not stop or park on the main lane or shoulder except in emergencies; use hazard lights and emergency phones.
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### 第２節 走行上の注意

#### ch7_pastexam_01 [T/F, medium]

**Question:** On the main lane of an expressway, when a vehicle equipped with a structure and equipment for towing is towing another vehicle, it must always travel in the leftmost traffic lane, except near exits.
**Correct:** True
**Explanation:** On the main lane of an expressway, when a vehicle equipped with a structure and equipment for towing is towing a vehicle equipped with a structure and equipment to be towed, it is required to travel in the leftmost traffic lane. However, this does not apply when moving in advance to a traffic lane connecting to an exit. This is specified in the Rules of the Road, Chapter 7, Section 2, Driving Precautions.
**Driving school curriculum:** Stage 2 – Topic 16: Driving on expressways
**Source:** 第２節 走行上の注意
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