Great Britain Theory Test Coach
Road markings and lightsQuestion 96 of 424

Where may you see alternately flashing red lights?

  1. At pedestrian crossings and zebra crossings
  2. At motorway exits and slip roads
  3. At level crossings, lifting bridges and fire stations
  4. At school entrances and car parks
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Correct answer: At level crossings, lifting bridges and fire stations

These lights are used at level crossings, lifting bridges, airfields and fire stations. You must stop.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Light signals controlling traffic, Flashing red lights

Practice road markings and lights

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026