Study topics
Study the facts the test asks about
Short, focused guides to the topics behind the official handbook — read the key facts, then practise the matching chapter.
Ontario speed limits
Speed limits are a core topic on the Ontario G1 knowledge test. Knowing the default limit for each road type is essential, because limits are not always posted.
Rules of the RoadG1 driver restrictions
As a G1 driver you face several restrictions designed to build experience safely. These rules are frequently tested, so know them well.
Rules of the RoadRight of way and intersections
Knowing who yields prevents collisions. Right of way is something you give, not take -- when in doubt, yield.
Traffic SignsSign shapes and colours
Signs make up half of the G1 test. Understanding the colour and shape system lets you work out the meaning of almost any sign, even one you have not seen before.
Traffic SignsRegulatory signs you must obey
Regulatory signs tell you what you must or must not do. Misreading one on the day costs marks, so learn the common ones.
Traffic SignsWarning signs to watch for
Yellow diamond warning signs alert you to hazards ahead so you can adjust your speed and position in time. Many appear on the G1 test.
Rules of the RoadOntario demerit points
Ontario adds demerit points to your record when you are convicted of certain driving offences. Building up too many leads to warnings, an interview, and ultimately suspension.
Rules of the RoadBlood alcohol limits in Ontario
Ontario takes a strict approach to alcohol and driving. The limit that applies to you depends on your licence class and age, and the penalties escalate quickly.
Rules of the RoadOntario graduated licensing (G1, G2, G)
Ontario new drivers earn full driving privileges in stages through the graduated licensing system. Passing the G1 knowledge test is the very first step.
Rules of the RoadAfter G1: booking the road test
Once you have held your G1 long enough, the G1 road test (the "G1 exit test") lets you move up to a G2 licence. Knowing what to expect helps you prepare.
Rules of the RoadSeat belts and child seats
Seat belts and proper child restraints save lives, and Ontario law requires them. The G1 test expects you to know who is responsible for buckling up.
Rules of the RoadOntario distracted driving laws
Using a phone or other device behind the wheel is one of the most heavily penalised offences in Ontario. Novice drivers face especially harsh consequences.
Rules of the RoadStopping for school buses
Failing to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights is a serious, heavily penalised offence in Ontario. The G1 test checks that you know exactly when to stop.
Rules of the RoadDriving through roundabouts
Roundabouts keep traffic moving without signals, but only if everyone yields correctly. The G1 test expects you to know the basic flow.
Rules of the RoadTurning and signalling
Clear, early signalling and correct lane position make turns safe and predictable. These are common topics on the G1 test.
Rules of the RoadHighway and freeway driving
Freeways carry fast-moving traffic with no cross streets. As a G1 driver you are restricted from 400-series highways, but you still need to know how they work.
Rules of the RoadSharing the road with others
Roads are shared by drivers, cyclists, pedestrians and large vehicles, each with different needs. The G1 test expects you to know how to give them room.
Rules of the RoadEmergency vehicles and the move-over law
You must give way to emergency vehicles and protect responders working at the roadside. These rules appear regularly on the G1 test.
Traffic SignsPavement markings
Painted lines on the road work alongside signs to control traffic. Reading them correctly is tested in the Traffic Signs section of the G1.
Traffic SignsTraffic lights and signals
Traffic signals tell you when to stop, go and turn. Some Ontario-specific signals, like the flashing green, often catch new drivers out.
Traffic SignsConstruction zone signs
Temporary signs in work zones are orange so they stand out from permanent black-and-yellow warnings. Knowing them keeps workers and you safe.
Traffic SignsParking and stopping rules
Ontario sets clear rules about where you may and may not leave your vehicle. These distances and exceptions are common G1 test questions.
Traffic SignsWinter and bad-weather driving
Ontario winters bring snow, ice and poor visibility. The G1 test checks that you know how to adjust your driving when conditions turn bad.
Rules of the RoadFollowing distance and stopping
Leaving enough space to stop is one of the simplest ways to avoid a collision. The G1 test expects you to know how to measure and adjust your following distance.
Traffic SignsRailway crossings
Trains cannot stop quickly or swerve, so the responsibility to cross safely rests with the driver. The G1 test checks that you know how railway crossings are controlled.
Rules of the RoadFatigue and drowsy driving
A tired driver reacts as slowly as an impaired one. The G1 test expects you to recognise fatigue and know how to deal with it before it causes a collision.
Rules of the RoadCollisions and reporting
Every driver involved in a collision has legal duties. The G1 test checks that you know to stop, help, exchange details, and report when the law requires it.
Rules of the RoadVehicle lights and signals
Your lights let you see and be seen. The G1 test expects you to know when headlights are required and how to use high beams without dazzling others.
Rules of the RoadPassing and overtaking
Passing is one of the riskier driving manoeuvres. The G1 test expects you to know where it is allowed and how to do it with a safe margin.
Rules of the RoadCannabis and drug-impaired driving
Driving while impaired by any drug is treated as seriously as alcohol in Ontario. Novice and young drivers face a strict zero-tolerance rule.
Rules of the RoadDriver hand signals
When signal lights fail, or to communicate with cyclists, drivers use arm hand signals. These are commonly tested on the G1 knowledge test.
Rules of the RoadChanging lanes safely
A safe lane change relies on good observation and clear signalling. The G1 test expects you to know the correct order of checks.
Rules of the RoadWork zone safety
Construction and maintenance crews work close to live traffic. The G1 test expects you to know how to keep them, and yourself, safe in a work zone.
Rules of the RoadAnimals on the road
Collisions with deer, moose and other animals are a real risk on Ontario roads. The G1 test expects you to know how to lower that risk and react if an animal appears.
Rules of the RoadReversing and backing up
Backing up has limited visibility and is a common cause of low-speed collisions. The G1 test checks that you know how and where to reverse safely.
Rules of the RoadBasic vehicle maintenance
A well-maintained vehicle is safer and less likely to fail at a critical moment. The G1 test expects you to know the basic checks that keep a vehicle roadworthy.