Ontario G1 Test (2026): 40 Questions, 16/20 Pass Mark in Both Parts & Topic Breakdown
Short answer: the official Ontario Class G1 knowledge test has 40 multiple-choice questions divided into two separately scored sections: 20 Road Signs questions and 20 Rules of the Road questions. You need at least 16 out of 20 (80%) in each section to pass (DriveTest Ontario, checked 2026-10-17). Scoring 20/20 on signs and 15/20 on rules is still a fail on the rules portion.
You can start practising immediately on our Ontario G1 Knowledge Test hub, jump straight into continuous G1 practice, or take a full 40-question two-part G1 mock exam. Reading in Chinese? See our 安省 G1 驾照笔试中文全攻略 and 281-question G1 Chinese practice bank.
Ontario G1 two-part scoring rule & exam structure
Unlike single-score provinces such as British Columbia (50 questions, 40 overall) or Alberta (30 questions, 25 overall), Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation (MTO) and DriveTest grade the G1 written test as two independent 20-question modules:
| Ontario Knowledge Exam / Module | Questions | Pass Mark | Pass % | Practice & Simulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G1 Part 1: Road Signs | 20 | 16 / 20 | 80% | Traffic Signs (72 EN) · 中文标志 (128 题) |
| G1 Part 2: Rules of the Road | 20 | 16 / 20 | 80% | Rules Practice (108 EN) · Full 40-Q Mock Exam |
| Class M1 Motorcycle Knowledge Test | — | 80% | 80% | M1 Practice Bank (119 Q) · Start M1 Practice |
| Commercial (Class A–F & Z Air Brake) | — | 80% | 80% | Commercial Bank (242 Q) · Start Commercial Practice |
Ontario G1 question bank breakdown by MTO handbook topic
Every question in our Ontario G1 bank is mapped to one of 11 units from the Official MTO Driver’s Handbook. Road signs make up 40% of the English bank (72 of 180 questions) and 46% of the Chinese bank (128 of 281 questions) because half of the real G1 exam is dedicated solely to signs.
| Topic Unit (MTO Handbook) | English Bank | Share (EN) | Chinese Bank (中文) | Topic Drill Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Signs & Signals | 72 | 40% | 128 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
| Right of Way & Intersections | 11 | 6% | 13 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
| Speed Limits & Following Distance | 6 | 3% | 6 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
| Impaired Driving & Penalties | 5 | 3% | 16 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
| Parking & Stopping Rules | 5 | 3% | 6 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
| Highway & Freeway Driving | 9 | 5% | 16 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
| Bad Weather & Night Driving | 14 | 8% | 11 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
| Sharing the Road | 10 | 6% | 13 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
| Licensing, Demerits & Penalties | 18 | 10% | 20 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
| Vehicle Equipment & Safe Operation | 9 | 5% | 12 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
| General Driving Knowledge | 21 | 12% | 40 | English Drill · 中文练习 |
High-frequency road signs on the G1 test
Part 1 of the G1 exam tests regulatory, warning, temporary condition, and information signs—including Ontario-specific pedestrian crossover and school zone signs.
How to prepare for and pass the G1 at DriveTest
- Study the Official MTO Driver's Handbook
- Drill all 72 Road Signs & 108 Rules questions
- Pass the 40-question two-part mock exam (≥16/20 each)
- Bring accepted ID & fee to a DriveTest centre
- Pass vision + knowledge test to receive your G1
Ontario M1 motorcycle & commercial (Class A–F, Z) tests
Applying for an Ontario motorcycle or truck/bus licence? Explore our dedicated Ontario banks:
- Ontario M1 Motorcycle Knowledge Test (119 questions) — covers the Official MTO Motorcycle Handbook, lane positioning, traction, and G1/G2/M1 graduated licensing rules.
- Ontario Commercial Knowledge Tests — Class A–F & Z Air Brake (242 questions) — covers vehicle inspection, air brakes, hours of service, and load security.
- Ontario Driver Knowledge Tests Hub (安大略省中文主页)
Frequently asked questions (Ontario G1)
How many questions are on the Ontario G1 test and what is the passing score?
The official Ontario G1 knowledge test has 40 multiple-choice questions split into two separately scored 20-question sections: Road Signs (20 questions) and Rules of the Road (20 questions). You must score at least 16 out of 20 (80%) in each section independently to pass.
What happens if I pass one section of the Ontario G1 test and fail the other?
Because Road Signs and Rules of the Road are scored separately at DriveTest centres, you must pass both parts (at least 16/20 on each) to receive your Class G1 learner's licence. Check DriveTest's official knowledge test page for current retake fees and procedures.
How many languages is the Ontario G1 knowledge test offered in?
According to DriveTest Ontario, the Class G1 computer knowledge test is offered in 32 languages (including English, French, Cantonese, Mandarin/Chinese, Punjabi, Arabic, Spanish, Tagalog, Urdu, and more), while M1 and commercial knowledge tests are offered in 20 languages.
How many free Ontario G1 practice questions are in this bank?
Our Ontario G1 question bank contains 180 English questions and 281 Simplified Chinese questions across 11 official MTO Driver's Handbook topics, plus 119 M1 motorcycle and 242 commercial (Class A–F, Z) questions.
Official MTO & DriveTest sources
- DriveTest Ontario — Knowledge Tests (Format & Requirements) (checked 2026-10-17)
- DriveTest Ontario — Translators & 32 Official Test Languages (checked 2026-10-17)
- Ontario Ministry of Transportation — Official MTO Driver’s Handbook (checked 2026-10-17)