Speed limit signs quiz: limits, minimums and zones
Limits, minimums and zones. Ten questions a go, flashcards to learn them first, and every sign below with what it means.
A number in a red ring is the most you may do. The same number on a blue circle is the least. A white circle with a black diagonal band means the national speed limit applies.
Flashcards
See the sign and say what it means, then turn it over. Any you did not know come round again.
13 cards
- A new order each time
- Nothing saved
Speed limit signs: what each one means
For going over before or after the quiz.
Maximum speed 20 mphA maximum speed of 20 mph applies from this sign until another speed limit sign. 
Maximum speed 30 mphA maximum speed of 30 mph applies from this sign until another speed limit sign. 
Maximum speed 40 mphA maximum speed of 40 mph applies from this sign until another speed limit sign. 
Maximum speed 50 mphA maximum speed of 50 mph applies from this sign until another speed limit sign. 
Maximum speed 60 mphA maximum speed of 60 mph applies from this sign until another speed limit sign. 
National speed limit appliesThe national speed limit applies. For a car that is 60 mph on a single carriageway and 70 mph on a dual carriageway or motorway. 
Minimum speed 30 mphA minimum speed of 30 mph. A number on a blue disc is a minimum, not a limit. 
End of minimum speedThe end of the 30 mph minimum speed. 
Entry to a 20 mph zoneThe start of a 20 mph zone. The limit applies on every road in the zone until a sign says it ends. 
End of a 20 mph zoneThe 20 mph zone ends here and a 30 mph limit starts. 
30 mph limit at a villageA 30 mph limit starts at the village name sign. 
Speed camerasCameras are used to enforce the speed limit along this road. 
Average speed checkCameras measure your average speed between two points along this road.
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