4. Get a good sleep before the test. Arrive early to give yourself time to relax and get used to the surroundings. Avoid going over the material just before the test. Focus on relaxing at this point. Breathe slowly and deeply, relax any tense muscles, stretch, and shift your attention away from any anxious thoughts that might be creeping in. If you start to feel anxious at any point during the test, take a deep breath, hold it for a couple of seconds and then slowly exhale. 

5. Read each question slowly and carefully. Don’t try to answer a question until you understand what it is asking. Take time to choose the correct answer— avoid impulsive responding. Taking the time to think improves your performance and also helps to reduce anxiety. 

If you don’t pass the test, don’t beat yourself up. Everyone has good days and bad days. Reflect on how you can better prepare for the next time. And remember, anxiety is not something that controls you, you can manage it— you’re in the driver’s seat. 

## About your road test 

The Class 5 and 7 road tests are designed to ensure that drivers know and understand the rules of the road and can drive safely on our roads. 

Before the road test, the driver examiner will introduce themselves to you and say a few friendly words. He or she will then explain what will happen during the road test including manoeuvres that you will be asked to complete. You will then be given an opportunity to ask any questions. 

During the road test, the driver examiner will remain quiet except to give you directions or notify you of a situation that requires your attention. Ongoing discussion during a road test may distract you. The driver examiner will not try to trick you or ask you to do anything illegal. If you are not clear about directions, be sure to ask the driver examiner for clarification. 

Keep in mind that the driver examiner is not there to teach you or coach you through the road test. They are there to evaluate your driving against criteria based on safe driving practices and the rules of the road. 

At the end of the test, the driver examiner will advise you of your road test results and give suggestions to further improve your driving. You may also ask your driver examiner to advise your supervisor of these results and suggestions. 

