Road Signs

Study questions with answers

12 sample Road Signs questions with the correct answer, a short explanation, and the official handbook reference. Read through them, then take the quiz above.

1. 1. A traffic sign shaped like an eight-sided figure and colored red always instructs a Missouri driver to do what?

   Correct answer: Bring the vehicle to a complete halt

   Only the stop sign uses a red eight-sided (octagon) shape. It tells you to come to a full stop and go only after the way is clear.

   Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals

2. 2. An object marker sign is placed along the road to do what?

   Correct answer: Warn of an obstacle in or near the travel lane

   Object markers alert you to something in or close to the roadway so you stay within the marked travel lane.

   Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals

3. 3. A round yellow sign with a large 'X' and the letters 'RR' tells an approaching driver what?

   Correct answer: A railroad crossing is coming up soon

   The round advance-warning sign means a railroad crossing lies ahead. Slow down, look for a train, and be ready to stop.

   Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals

4. 4. A bright yellow-green sign in the shape of a diamond or pentagon is used to highlight what?

   Correct answer: Areas with pedestrians, bicyclists, or school children

   The fluorescent yellow-green color draws extra attention to school, pedestrian, and bicycle crossing areas.

   Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals

5. 5. A warning sign indicates that a lane is being added to the road you are on. What does this mean for merging?

   Correct answer: No merging is required because a separate lane has been created

   An 'Added Lane' sign means the entering traffic gets its own new lane, so no one has to merge.

   Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals

6. 6. Signs colored brown with white lettering are used to direct drivers to which kind of place?

   Correct answer: Public recreation areas and points of cultural interest

   Brown signs guide you to parks, historic sites, and other recreational or cultural destinations.

   Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals

7. 7. A yellow warning sign showing a sharp right-angle bend (a turn sign) is generally posted where the recommended speed is what?

   Correct answer: 30 mph or less

   A turn sign warns of a sharp change in direction where the safe speed is 30 mph or lower, unlike a gentler curve sign.

   Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals

8. 8. Rectangular signs that are green with white lettering usually provide what kind of information?

   Correct answer: Directions, distances, and the names of destinations

   Green guide signs show direction and distance to cities and destinations, helping you navigate.

   Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals

9. 9. A reflective orange triangle mounted on the back of a vehicle tells other drivers what?

   Correct answer: The vehicle travels at less than 25 mph

   The orange triangle emblem marks a slow-moving vehicle traveling under 25 mph, such as farm equipment. Be ready to slow down.

   Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 3 - Rules of the Road

10. 10. A diamond-shaped sign with black markings on a yellow background is designed to tell you what?

    Correct answer: A possible hazard or change in the road lies ahead

    Yellow diamond signs are warnings. They alert you to a hazard or changing conditions so you can slow down and prepare.

    Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals

11. 11. What does a yellow warning sign showing a car with curved skid lines under the tires indicate?

    Correct answer: The road becomes unusually slick in wet weather

    The 'Slippery When Wet' sign warns that the surface loses traction in rain or snow. Slow down and drive carefully.

    Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals

12. 12. A yellow warning sign showing arrows forming a circle tells you what is coming up?

    Correct answer: A roundabout intersection

    The roundabout-ahead sign warns of a circular intersection. Slow down and follow roundabout rules, yielding to traffic in the circle.

    Source: Missouri Driver Guide, Chapter 7 - Pavement Markings, Traffic Signs, and Signals