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October 21, 2025
Taking a mock test before your actual G1 exam helps you understand the test format, identify weak spots, and build confidence. The real G1 test at DriveTest centers feels less intimidating when you've already practiced under similar conditions.
A proper mock test mirrors the actual exam: 40 questions split into two sections, 20 about traffic signs and 20 about rules of the road. You need 16 correct in each section to pass. No partial credit if you only pass one section.
Matches the Real Format The official G1 test uses multiple-choice questions on a computer touchscreen. Good mock tests use the same structure so you're not surprised by the format on test day.
Covers All Test Topics Traffic signs make up half the test. Road rules, safe driving practices, speed limits, right-of-way situations, and parking regulations fill the other half. Your practice should include all of these areas in roughly equal measure.
Includes Realistic Questions Questions should come from the Ontario Driver's Handbook, just like the real test. Mock tests that make up random questions or use material from other provinces won't prepare you properly.
Provides Immediate Feedback Knowing which questions you got wrong matters less than understanding why you got them wrong. Good practice includes explanations that point you back to the relevant handbook sections.
Reveals Knowledge Gaps You might think you know traffic signs until a mock test shows you're confusing yield signs with merge signs. Finding these gaps early gives you time to fix them.
Builds Test-Taking Stamina Forty questions take focus and concentration. Practicing helps you maintain attention through the whole test without getting mentally tired near the end.
Reduces Test Anxiety Walking into the DriveTest center feels less scary when you've already answered similar questions multiple times. Familiarity breeds confidence.
Shows You're Ready When you consistently score 80% or higher on mock tests, you know you're prepared for the real thing. Below that score? You need more study time.
Find a Quiet Space The DriveTest center is quiet except for other people clicking through their own tests. Practice somewhere without TV, music, or people talking to you.
Use a Computer or Tablet The real test uses a touchscreen computer. Practicing on your phone doesn't match the experience. Use a larger screen when you can.
Set a Time Limit You get plenty of time for 40 questions, but setting a limit keeps you focused. Try completing each 20-question section in 15-20 minutes.
Don't Look Up Answers The real test won't let you google answers or check the handbook. Practice the same way. Mark questions you're unsure about and look them up after you finish.
Take It Seriously Treating practice like the real test trains your brain to focus. Halfhearted practice builds halfhearted test-taking skills.
Traffic Sign Recognition Speed You should recognize common signs instantly. Stop, yield, speed limit, pedestrian crossing, railway crossing. These appear constantly on Ontario roads and the test reflects that.
Sign Shape and Color Meaning Octagons are always stop signs. Triangles pointing down are always yield signs. Yellow diamonds are warnings. Blue rectangles are information. Red circles are prohibitions. Knowing these patterns helps even when you're not sure about a specific sign.
Right-of-Way Situations Mock tests should include multiple questions about who goes first at intersections. Four-way stops. Uncontrolled intersections. Pedestrian crosswalks. These scenarios come up often.
Speed Limit Knowledge Know the defaults: 50 km/h in cities, 80 km/h on rural highways, 100 km/h on freeways. School zones drop to 40 km/h. Construction zones vary but are always posted.
Following Distance Calculations The two-second rule shows up regularly. Pick a fixed point, count when the car ahead passes it, and you should take two seconds to reach the same spot. Double it in rain, triple it in snow.
Rushing Through Questions Going too fast leads to careless errors. You have time. Use it. Read each question completely before picking an answer.
Misreading Keywords Words like "except," "not," "always," and "never" change the meaning of questions. Missing these words means missing easy points.
Second-Guessing Correct Answers Your first instinct is usually right if you've studied properly. Changing answers without a good reason often means changing right to wrong.
Ignoring Wrong Answers When you miss a question, don't just see what the right answer was. Figure out why the other options were wrong. This deeper understanding helps on similar questions.
Stopping After One Mock Test One practice test doesn't prepare you. Take multiple mock tests over several days. This repetition moves information into long-term memory.
Minimum Three Full Tests Three complete 40-question tests give you a sense of whether you're consistently ready or just got lucky once.
Space Them Out Don't take all three in one sitting. Spread them over a week or two with study time in between. Take a test, review what you got wrong, study those topics, then test again.
Keep Going Until You're Consistent If your scores are all over the place (70% one day, 85% the next, 65% after that), you're not ready yet. Consistent scores above 80% mean you've actually learned the material.
Final Mock Test the Day Before Take one last practice test 24 hours before your real exam. This refreshes your memory and builds confidence going into test day.
Sign Section Scores If you're scoring below 80% on traffic signs, spend more time with sign charts. G1 Ready CA has comprehensive sign study materials that help with recognition and memorization.
Rules Section Scores Low scores on rules of the road questions mean you need more time with the Ontario Driver's Handbook. Focus on the chapters you're struggling with rather than rereading the whole book.
Specific Topic Weaknesses Most mock tests show which topics you missed. Parking rules? Right-of-way? Speed limits? Target your study time on these weak areas.
Question Types You Miss Are you missing scenario questions more than factual ones? Struggling with "what should you do" questions versus "what does this sign mean"? Understanding your mistake patterns helps you practice more effectively.
Railway Crossing Questions These show up reliably. Stop five meters back from the nearest rail when signals flash or gates are down. Never try to beat a train. Never stop on the tracks.
Emergency Vehicle Procedures Pull to the right and stop when you see flashing lights and sirens. Stay stopped until the emergency vehicle passes and you verify no more are coming.
School Bus Rules Red flashing lights and a stop arm mean you stop, whether you're behind the bus or meeting it from the opposite direction. Wait until lights stop flashing and the arm retracts.
Roundabout Navigation Yield to traffic already in the roundabout. Enter when safe. Signal right before exiting. Don't stop inside unless traffic ahead requires it.
Highway Merging and Exiting Match highway speed in the acceleration lane. Check blind spots before merging. Use the right lane for exiting when possible.
The Actual Test Environment DriveTest centers have specific layouts and procedures. Mock tests prepare your knowledge, but they can't replicate the feeling of being in that room.
Computer Interface Details The actual test uses a specific touchscreen system. It's intuitive, but it's not identical to whatever you practiced on at home.
Test Day Nerves Practice reduces anxiety but doesn't eliminate it. Some nervousness on test day is normal and doesn't mean you're unprepared.
Personal Stress Management Mock tests help you know the material. Managing your own stress and staying calm is something you need to work on separately.
Week One: Baseline Test Take your first mock test after you've read the handbook once. This shows your starting point and reveals major knowledge gaps.
Week Two: Targeted Study Focus on the topics you missed most on your first test. Review those handbook sections. Practice specific question types in those areas.
Week Three: Second Mock Test Your second test should show improvement. If your score didn't go up, you need to adjust your study approach. Maybe you need more time with the handbook or different practice materials.
Week Four: Final Preparation Take your third mock test. If you're consistently above 80%, book your real test. If not, spend another week studying before scheduling.
Take one final mock test to refresh your memory and build confidence. But don't cram new information. Your brain needs rest more than last-minute facts.
Review any questions you missed on your final practice. Make sure you understand why the correct answers are right. Then get a good night's sleep.
Traffic Sign Question You see a yellow diamond sign with a black arrow that curves to the right. What does this mean?
The answer is sharp curve ahead. Yellow diamonds warn you about road conditions coming up. A curved arrow means the road bends in that direction.
Right-of-Way Question You arrive at a four-way stop at the same time as another car to your right. Who goes first?
The car on your right goes first. At simultaneous arrivals, the driver on the right has priority.
Speed Limit Question You're driving on a highway outside city limits with no posted speed limit. What's the maximum legal speed?
The answer is 80 km/h. That's the default for highways outside urban areas unless signs say otherwise.
Safe Driving Question As a G1 license holder, what's your legal blood alcohol limit?
Zero. G1 and G2 drivers must have no measurable alcohol in their system, regardless of whether they feel impaired.
Consistently Scoring 85% or Higher You're ready. Book your test with confidence. Keep reviewing your study materials lightly until test day, but don't stress.
Scoring Between 75-84% You're close but not quite there. Spend another week on your weak areas, take one more mock test, then book when you're consistently above 80%.
Scoring Below 75% You need more study time before taking mock tests seriously. Go back to the handbook, focus on understanding rather than memorizing, then try mock tests again in a week or two.
Scores Going Down If your scores are getting worse instead of better, you might be burning out. Take a two-day break from studying, then come back fresh.
Notebook for Mistakes Write down every question you miss and why you missed it. This creates a personalized study guide of your weak spots.
Ontario Driver's Handbook Keep it nearby so you can look up correct answers after finishing each practice test. Don't peek during the test itself.
Sign Reference Chart A visual chart of Ontario traffic signs helps when you review which signs you misidentified. Seeing them repeatedly builds recognition.
Timer Track how long each section takes you. This shows whether you're using your time efficiently and helps you pace yourself on test day.
Identifying Patterns After three or four mock tests, you'll notice which topics consistently trip you up. Those are your study priorities for the final days before your real test.
Building Confidence Watching your scores improve over multiple tests proves your studying is working. That confidence carries into the DriveTest center.
Fine-Tuning Knowledge Each mock test exposes small gaps in your understanding. Filling these gaps turns good preparation into excellent preparation.
Developing Test Instincts You'll start recognizing question patterns and eliminating wrong answers faster. These instincts help you move through the real test smoothly.
Same Question Format Multiple choice, two sections, pass/fail in each section. Mock tests match this structure exactly.
Similar Difficulty Level Quality mock tests use questions at the same difficulty as the real exam. If your practice feels harder than the real test, that's actually good preparation.
Different Pressure No matter how seriously you take practice tests, the real one feels different. That's normal. Your preparation helps you handle that pressure.
Immediate Results Mock tests often show results right away. The real test does too. You'll know immediately whether you passed both sections.
Ready to start practicing for your G1 test? Visit G1 Ready CA for mock test materials and comprehensive study resources that prepare you for Ontario's actual driving knowledge exam.
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