A short history of theory tests
Did you know that when driving licence was first introduced in the UK in 1903, no theory tests or practical exams were required? It was forty two years later when practical examinations became compulsory. What about theory tests? Those of you who got their driving licence before 1996 probably remember they didnt have to take them. Today they are obligatory, but you no longer have to write your answers on a piece of paper, which was a standard practice ten years ago, you just sit in front of a computer screen and click on the right answer. The test includes not only answering multiple-choice questions; it also examines your hazard perception. Since 2002, future drivers who are taking their theory tests have been shown several short movies presenting dangerous situations that may occur on the road. The task is to notice the danger as soon as possible, and signal that by clicking your mouse. As soon as you have passed your theory test, you can proceed to the practical driving test, which also includes answering questions connected with car maintenance. As you can see, its all much more complicated than it used to be at the beginning of the previous century. But there is probably no better solution when we live in a word full of heavy traffic and dangerous road accidents.