What lies ahead according to the curved arrow shown?
Correct answer: The road curves to the left.
This yellow warning describes the road alignment ahead. Slow to an appropriate speed before the curve; it is not a white lane-use command or a turn prohibition.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_01; sign W1-2: Curve; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
Compared with a gentle curve warning, what does this sharply bent arrow indicate?
Correct answer: A sharp left turn in the road ahead.
The angular arrow warns of a sharp change in the road direction. Reduce speed before reaching it and follow any posted advisory information.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_01; sign W1-1: Turn; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
At the junction warned about by this sign, what happens to the road you are following?
Correct answer: It ends; you must turn left or right.
The stem of the T ends at the crossbar. Prepare to choose a turn, slow down and obey the actual controls and right-of-way rules at the junction.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_09; sign W2-4: T Intersection Ahead; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
What feature should you watch for on the side indicated by this sign?
Correct answer: A side road joining from the right.
The branch indicates a side-road intersection. Watch for traffic entering or crossing your path; this symbol does not order you to turn.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_09; sign W2-2: Side Road Ahead; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
Which type of intersection is this sign warning you to approach?
Correct answer: A roundabout or circular intersection.
The circular arrows warn of a roundabout ahead. Reduce speed and follow the roundabout entry, lane and right-of-way rules.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_09; sign W2-6: Roundabout Ahead; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
What does this round sign tell you before you reach the marked location?
Correct answer: A railroad crossing is ahead; watch for trains and crossing controls.
The round sign is advance warning of a railroad crossing. It is different from the crossbuck at the tracks and does not give traffic priority over trains.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 8b_04; sign W10-1: Railroad Crossing; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
What should the school-related symbol on this sign prompt you to watch for?
Correct answer: Children walking or crossing near the school area.
The five-sided school sign calls attention to children. Slow down and watch carefully; any separate speed or crossing-location plaque adds its own information.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 7b_01; sign S1-1: School Crossing; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
What does the number on this white sign identify?
Correct answer: The posted maximum speed in miles per hour.
A white SPEED LIMIT sign states a regulatory maximum. The illustrated number is an example, not a Connecticut statewide default; conditions can require a lower speed.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Speed Limit; printed page 48, physical PDF page 50. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
What traffic direction does the pictured sign establish on the street it marks?
Correct answer: Traffic travels only to the right.
A ONE WAY sign indicates the permitted direction of travel. Do not enter against the arrow even if no traffic is visible.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, One Way; printed page 48, physical PDF page 50. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
What roadway condition do these opposing arrows warn about?
Correct answer: Traffic travels in opposite directions on this road.
The opposed arrows warn of two-way traffic. Keep to the proper side; the sign does not identify two lanes moving together.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Two-Way Road Way; printed page 49, physical PDF page 51. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
What should you expect beyond this single winding-arrow sign?
Correct answer: A series of curves in the road.
The arrow traces changes in road alignment. It differs from the slippery-road sign, which shows a vehicle and skidding tracks.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Turns and Curves; printed page 50, physical PDF page 52. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
What does this yellow symbol warn you to watch for?
Correct answer: Pedestrians near or crossing the roadway.
The walking figure is a warning of pedestrian activity. A red circle and slash would indicate a prohibition instead.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Pedestrian Crossing; printed page 49, physical PDF page 51. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
What should you expect after this orange warning?
Correct answer: A flagger controlling traffic ahead.
The symbol gives advance warning of a flagger. Watch for the actual directions given at the work area; the warning itself is not a STOP paddle.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Flag Person; printed page 51, physical PDF page 53. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
When posted beneath a curve warning, what does this yellow plaque communicate?
Correct answer: An advisory speed for the warned condition.
A yellow advisory-speed plaque supplements a warning. It differs from a white SPEED LIMIT sign and never overrides the need to slow for conditions.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Advisory Speed Plaque; printed page 49, physical PDF page 51. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
Which service is identified by the white letter on this blue sign?
Correct answer: A hospital.
The H identifies hospital service. Accompanying direction signs show how to reach it; it does not assign a traffic lane.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Service Signs; printed page 51, physical PDF page 53. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
What is the main purpose of a green sign of this kind?
Correct answer: To provide destination and route guidance.
Green guide signs help drivers find destinations and choose routes. Names on this illustration are examples, not a claim about a Connecticut location.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Destination and Distance Signs; printed page 51, physical PDF page 53. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
At a parking space, this symbol identifies a space reserved for which vehicles?
Correct answer: Vehicles being used by an eligible person with the required disability plate or placard.
These spaces are reserved for eligible users with disabled-parking privileges. A short stay or merely carrying an older passenger does not qualify a vehicle.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Disabled Parking; printed page 48, physical PDF page 50. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
What location is identified by this crossbuck?
Correct answer: A railroad crossing.
The crossbuck is at the railroad crossing and requires yielding to trains. Its presence does not show whether a train is approaching; observe all crossing controls and rail traffic.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Railroad Crossings; printed page 52, physical PDF page 54. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
This emblem is on the rear of a farm vehicle ahead. What should you expect?
Correct answer: A slow-moving vehicle usually traveling at 25 mph or less.
The orange-and-red emblem warns of slow-moving equipment. Recognize the closing-speed difference early and wait for a safe, lawful opportunity to pass.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Slow Moving Vehicles; printed page 18, physical PDF page 20. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
Which instruction is given by the arrow on this detour sign?
Correct answer: Follow the alternate route to the right.
A detour sign guides traffic around a closure or temporary restriction. Follow the indicated route and the controls at the actual turn.
Source: Connecticut Driver's Manual, revised March 2023, Detour; printed page 51, physical PDF page 53. Currently linked manual checked September 29, 2026. ↗
