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Show Me Tell Me Quiz

If you have read through the Show Me Tell Me questions and answers, you’ll hopefully have a good idea on what you need to know.

The driving examiner will ask you one ‘Show Me’ question that requires you physically showing the examiner, and one ‘Tell Me’ question that requires a verbal response only.

This will be at the start of the driving test from a possible 19 questions.

You’ll only get a single minor or ‘fault’ if you get one or both questions incorrect, though it’s ideal to get them both correct just in case you get a large amount of minors during the driving part of the test, and so not wasting one on the Show Me Tell Me questions.


A simple quiz

Show Me Tell Me driving test quiz

Take the Show Me Tell Me practical driving test quiz

To test yourself, we’ve compiled a simple Show Me Tell Me quiz.

Listed are the Show Me Tell Me questions that could be asked by the examiner, along with multiple choice answers.

Simply read the question and all the answers and select which answer you think is correct.

Select the ‘Check’ button and you’ll immediately be informed if you selected the correct or incorrect answer.

If you get stuck, a handy ‘Hint’ button is available to help on many answers. when you’re ready for the next question, select ‘Next’.






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  1. Question 1 of 17
    1. Question

    Tell me how you would check that the brakes are working before starting a journey.

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    Hint

    Spongy brakes may indicate air in the brake pipes, causing inefficient braking. If the car pules to one side whilst braking, it may suggest air in the system or excessively worn brake pads or discs.

  2. Question 2 of 17
    2. Question

    Tell me where you would find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.

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    Hint

    Tyres that are inflated to the recommended pressure for your vehicle last longer due to even tread wear. Under or over inflated tyres can reduce grip to the road surface and under inflated tyres increase fuel consumption.

  3. Question 3 of 17
    3. Question

    Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check that the engine has sufficient oil.

    Show Me Tell Me under bonnet

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    Hint

    The dipstick must be wiped clean initially otherwise an inaccurate reading will be provided. When replenishing engine oil ‘C‘, use small amounts whilst checking oil levels against the dipstick ‘A‘ to avoid overfilling. See how to check engine oil for a complete in-depth guide on checking your car’s engine oil and topping up.

  4. Question 4 of 17
    4. Question

    Show me how you would check the handbrake (parking brake) for excessive wear.

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    Incorrect

    Hint

    Mechanical handbrakes use a cable attached from the lever to the rear brakes. Avoid over tightening the handbrake as doing this on a regular basis can stretch the cable rendering the handbrake ineffective.

  5. Question 5 of 17
    5. Question

    Tell me how you would check that the headlights and tail lights are working.

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    Hint

    It is an offence to drive with defective lights and can see the driver issued with a fine and penalty points on their licence.

  6. Question 6 of 17
    6. Question

    Tell me how you would check the tyres to show that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road.

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    Hint

    Most modern tyres have a tread wear indicator in the groove of the tyre. These indicators are raised 1.6mm above the base of the tread groove so that when the adjacent tread has worn down to this level it indicates that the tyre should be changed.

  7. Question 7 of 17
    7. Question

    Show me how you would switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you would use it/them. (No need to exit vehicle).

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    Hint

    It is legal requirement to have a rear fog light (s) only. Front fog light are optional. See when to use fog lights for further information. A fog light dashboard light will illuminate, see dashboard warning lights for examples.

  8. Question 8 of 17
    8. Question

    Open the bonnet, identify where you would check the engine coolant level and tell me how you would check the engine has the correct level.

    Show Me Tell Me under bonnet

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    Hint

    The engine coolant tank ‘D’ levels must only be replenished when engine is cold to avoid boiling water erupting from the opened tank.

  9. Question 9 of 17
    9. Question

    Show me/explain how you can check that the power assisted steering is working before starting a journey.

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    Hint

    Alternatively, turning the steering wheel just after slowly moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning. Testing whilst the car is moving will reduce tyre wear or damage.

  10. Question 10 of 17
    10. Question

    Show me how you would check that the brake lights are working on the car (examiner can help).

    Correct

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    Hint

    Often forgotten, frequent brake light checks are necessary. Drivers often get pulled over by the police for defective brake lights and may be issues with a Fixed Penalty Notice, incur a fine and penalty points.

  11. Question 11 of 17
    11. Question

    Tell me how you would know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system.

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    Hint

    Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) prevent vehicles wheels from locking, which in turn allows for the driver to steer whilst braking in an emergency. Locked wheels make it almost impossible to steer. Even if ABS fails, normal hydraulic brakes will work as usual to slow and stop the vehicle. See anti-lock brakes for further information, and dashboard warning lights for dashboard light symbols.

  12. Question 12 of 17
    12. Question

    Tell me how you would make sure that the head restraint is correctly adjusted.

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    Hint

    A correctly adjusted head restraint helps to prevent the head from being forced backwards in the event of a rear end impact, often resulting in whip-lash. Certain vehicles may not have adjustable head restraints.

  13. Question 13 of 17
    13. Question

    Open the bonnet, identify where the windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you check the level.

    Show Me Tell Me under bonnet

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    Hint

    Not all windscreen washer reservoir tanks have level indicators on them. If this is the case, simply refill the tank regularly, especially after use. You may fill to the top as no damage can occur by over-filling.

  14. Question 14 of 17
    14. Question

    Show me how you would check that the direction indicators are working correctly.

    Correct

    Well Done! Both answers are correct.

    Incorrect

    Well Done! Both answers are correct.

    Hint

    Whilst either method is correct, activating the hazard warning lights is the preferred method as the ignition will not need to be switched on. It’s also the easiest method.

  15. Question 15 of 17
    15. Question

    Show me how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you would know the main beam is on whilst inside the car.

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    Hint

    Always use dipped lights whilst driving in pedestrianised areas and whilst cyclists or other traffic is oncoming. For details regarding the main beam warning light, see dashboard warning lights.

  16. Question 16 of 17
    16. Question

    Open the car bonnet, identify where the brake fluid reservoir tank is and tell me how you would check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid.

    Show Me Tell Me under bonnet

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    Hint

    Hydraulic brake fluid reservoir tanks should very seldom, if ever at all need to be refilled with fluid on a well maintained system that is in excellent working order.

  17. Question 17 of 17
    17. Question

    Show me how you would set the demister controls to clear all the windows effectively, this should include both front and rear screens.

    Show Me Tell Me demister controls

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    Hint

    Although the controls in differing makes and models of cars may vary, essentially there will be the same symbols to perform this task.




Remember the Show Me Tell Me answers

You don’t have to memorise and recite the Show Me Tell Me answers word-for-word exactly as they are written here to the examiner. Providing you remember the most important aspects within the answer is essentially want the examiner wants to hear.

If you are at a complete loss and are struggling to remember the answer at all, you may find that the examiner may help you by offering prompts and hints to help you remember. Whether they do or not however, is entirely up to the examiner.

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