Intersections with traffic lights
85 questions in this category
At intersections controlled by traffic lights in Poland, the light signals override any priority signs that may also be present. However, priority signs remain relevant if the traffic lights malfunction or are switched off (showing flashing amber). Polish traffic-light intersections may include dedicated turning phases, green filter arrows, and separate pedestrian signals.
Why This Category Matters on the Exam
Traffic light intersections produce 2-4 exam questions that often combine light signals with turning maneuvers and pedestrian interactions. The questions test whether you understand what to do during each phase, especially when turning left across oncoming traffic or when a conditional arrow is displayed. These scenarios directly mirror the most dangerous real-world situations.
Common Mistakes and Tips
When turning left at a green light without a dedicated arrow phase, you must enter the intersection and wait for oncoming traffic to clear before completing your turn. Many candidates incorrectly believe they should wait behind the stop line. Another frequent error involves the green conditional arrow: you may turn in the arrow's direction even during a red light, but you must first stop completely and yield to all traffic and pedestrians. Remember that when traffic lights are flashing amber, they are effectively switched off and the priority signs beneath them take effect. In Poland, pedestrian signals operate independently from vehicle signals, so always check for pedestrians who may still have a green light when you receive yours.
You are driving a vehicle at the speed of 30 km/h. Should you stop the vehicle before the traffic lights in this situation?
A: Yes
You intend to turn left. Do you have to yield the right of way to the vehicles coming from the opposite direction?
A: Yes
You are going straight through the junction. Do you have the right of way over the oncoming vehicle turning left?
A: Yes
You intend to turn left at the intersection. Are you obliged in this situation to give way to the oncoming vehicle going straight ahead?
A: Yes
You intend to turn left at the junction. Do you have to yield the right of way to the oncoming bus going straight?
A: Yes
Are you obliged in this situation, after going beyond the traffic lights, to stop in the place indicated by the "stop" sign?
B: No
You intend to turn left. Do you have the right of way over the vehicle coming straight from the opposite direction?
B: No
You intend to turn left. Do you have to yield the right of way to the rail vehicle?
A: Yes
You intend to turn left at the junction. Should you speed up in this situation, in order to pass before the oncoming vehicles?
B: No
Do you have to abide by the vertical warning sign "give way" in this situation?
B: No
You intend to go straight ahead. Are you obliged to give way to the oncoming vehicle which is turning left?
B: No
You intend to go straight ahead. Are you obliged to give way to the tram which is turning left?
B: No
You intend to turn left. Have you got priority over the oncoming vehicle going straight?
B: No
Are you obliged in this situation to give way to the tram?
A: Yes
Have you got priority in this situation over the vehicle coming from the opposite direction, turning left?
A: Yes
Are you allowed in this situation to go before the oncoming vehicle?
B: No
Does the arrow signal displayed indicate that the traffic may turn left without conflict with other road users?
A: Yes
You intend to make a U-turn. Do you have to yield the right of way to the rail vehicle?
A: Yes
Do you have to comply with the "STOP" sign in the presented situation?
B: No
Are you obliged in this situation to give way to the tram whose driver signals the intention to turn left?
B: No
When U-turning in this situation, will there be conflict with other road users?
B: No
In this situation, can you drive past the traffic lights, if stopping in front of the lights would require rapid braking?
A: Yes
Turning right in this situation, must you give right of way to the pedestrian?
A: Yes
In this situation, can you unconditionally turn right at the intersection?
B: No
In this situation, if you intend to turn left, can you go past the traffic lights?
B: No
In this situation, after the light turns green, can you make a U-turn at the intersection?
A: Yes
In this situation, do you have the right of way over the pedestrian?
B: No
In this situation, can you enter the intersection without stopping?
A: Yes
In this situation, are you obliged to stop, even if this would mean rapid braking?
B: No
Does the green light you see at the intersection indicate a collision-free left turn?
B: No
In this situation, can you leave the intersection?
A: Yes
In this situation, when turning left, do you have to yield the right of way to oncoming vehicles going straight on?
A: Yes
In this situation, are you allowed to turn right after making sure that you do not impede the movement of other road users?
A: Yes
Are you allowed in the presented situation to make a U-turn at the intersection?
B: No
Is it mandatory in the presented situation to stop before entering the intersection?
B: No
In this situation, are you allowed to enter the intersection before the red signal lights turn on?
B: No
In this situation, does the light signal emitted for your traffic direction allow you to enter beyond the traffic signal?
B: No
Does this signal permit you to turn right without stopping?
B: No
In the situation presented, are you allowed to make a U-turn at this intersection?
A: Yes
In this situation, do you have the right to drive behind the signalling device?
A: Yes
In this situation, is it permissible to turn left and then make a U-turn at the intersection?
A: Yes
Are you obliged in this situation to wait for entry to the intersection?
A: Yes
In this situation, should you stop before the visible line of absolute stop - stop?
B: No
You intend to turn right. Do you have to signal your intention with a right turn signal?
A: Yes
In the visible situation, is it only permissible to turn left from this lane?
B: No
In this situation, if you do not see other road users, are you absolved of the obligation to exercise extra caution?
B: No
In this situation, is it permissible to drive through the intersection without reducing the vehicle speed?
A: Yes
Does the "give way" sign placed before the intersection apply in this situation?
B: No
In this situation, when driving straight through an intersection, can you refrain from taking extra care?
B: No
In this situation, are you permitted to make a U-turn if you are sure it will not obstruct other traffic users?
B: No
In this situation, are you obliged to allow the driver to leave the intersection?
A: Yes
When turning right in this situation, can you assume that there will be no collision with other directions of traffic?
A: Yes
You intend to turn right. Are you obliged to give way to vehicles approaching from the same direction, continuing straight-ahead?
B: No
In this situation, are you allowed to enter beyond the traffic signal if you assess that you will not be able to leave the intersection before the end of the transmitted signal?
B: No
In this situation, should you stop immediately before the signaling device without paying attention to the vehicle traffic on the road?
B: No
In this situation, are you obliged to stop before the traffic signal?
B: No
In this situation, are you obliged to enter beyond the traffic signal?
B: No
In this situation, are you allowed to leave the intersection without stopping?
A: Yes
In this situation, intending toturn left, are you allowed to enter beyond the traffic signal?
B: No
In this situation, are you allowed to enter beyond the traffic signal?
B: No
Does this signal permit a right turn at the intersection?
B: No
When you see this signal, can you continue driving straight ahead through an intersection?
A: Yes
Does this signal allow you to turn right at an intersection from the right lane?
A: Yes
Are you obliged to exercise extreme caution in this situation?
A: Yes
In this situation, can you drive straight ahead through the intersection?
B: No
Prior to turning right, do you have to stop before the traffic light to ensure that you do not obstruct other traffic participants?
A: Yes
In this situation, if you want to turn right at the intersection, are you obliged to stop the vehicle before the traffic light?
A: Yes
In this situation, when turning right at the intersection, do you have the right of way over vehicles approaching from the left?
B: No
In this situation, can you turn right at the intersection?
B: No
Does this signal permit you to drive straight ahead through the intersection?
B: No
In this situation, can you turn right at the intersection without stopping the vehicle?
A: Yes
In this situation, when turning right at the intersection, are you obliged to yield way to vehicles approaching from the left?
B: No
In this situation, if you want to turn right at the intersection, are you obliged to stop before the traffic light?
B: No
Does this signal permit you to drive straight through the intersection?
B: No
In this situation, are you obliged to exercise extreme caution when turning right?
A: Yes
In this situation, when turning right at the intersection, are you obliged to stop before the traffic signal?
B: No