Signs, signals and pavement markings together make up a large share of the Vermont knowledge test, and with only 20 questions on the real exam you cannot afford to lose several here. This free quiz pulls 20 questions at random from our Vermont bank and explains every answer as you go. You need 16 correct to match the 80% standard.
Our questions describe signs and markings in words rather than showing pictures. If you can identify something from its shape, color and position without seeing it, you have understood the system rather than memorized a picture.
Vermont Signs and Markings Test
Pavement markings are the part people skip
Most people revise sign shapes and then lose points on lines painted on the road. The system is simple once you know the rule.
- Yellow lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions. Broken means passing is allowed on that side. Solid means it is not.
- White lines separate traffic moving in the same direction. Broken means you may change lanes. Solid discourages it. Double solid white prohibits it.
- A white edge line marks the right edge of the roadway. A yellow edge line marks the left edge on a divided highway or one-way road.
- A lane bordered by a solid and a broken yellow line on both sides is a two-way left turn lane. It is for turning, not for traveling or passing.
Signals that are not a plain red, amber or green
Vermont uses flashing signals at plenty of rural intersections, and arrow signals are increasingly common. These come up on the test.
- Flashing red: treat it exactly like a stop sign. Stop, then go when it is clear.
- Flashing yellow: slow down and proceed with caution. You do not have to stop.
- Green arrow: a protected turn. Oncoming traffic is being held.
- Flashing yellow arrow: you may turn, but you must yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians first.
- Red arrow: no turn in that direction, even if the road looks clear.
Shapes and colors, in one screen
Shapes: octagon is stop and nothing else uses it. Upside-down triangle is yield. Diamond is a warning. Pentagon is a school zone. Round means a railroad crossing is ahead. A crossbuck means you are at the crossing. A pennant on the left of the road marks a no passing zone.
Colors: red prohibits, yellow warns about the road, orange means a work zone, fluorescent yellow-green means people are crossing, green guides, blue means driver services, brown means parks and recreation, and white with black lettering is a law you must obey.
Ready for the full test?
Signs are one section of the exam. When you are confident here, take the full Vermont permit practice test, which adds traffic law, right of way, alcohol rules and Vermont's rural and winter driving. For permit requirements and the whole process, see the Vermont permit guide.
Disclaimer: Pass The Permit is an independent study resource and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles or any government agency. These are original practice questions, not actual exam questions. Always confirm current rules with the official Vermont Driver's Manual.