When Will You Be Asked These Questions

The Tell Me question is asked at the start of your test, usually after the eyesight check.

The Show Me question is asked while you are driving, once it is safe to do so. The examiner will never ask you to do anything unsafe or distracting.

At Learning Kerb Driving Tuition, your instructor will practise these with you during driving lessons so they feel familiar and stress free on the day.

Do Show Me Tell Me Questions Affect Your Driving Test Result

They do, but only slightly.

If you answer a Show Me or Tell Me question incorrectly, you will normally receive one minor driving fault. This alone will not cause you to fail your driving test.

You would only fail if your answer or action is dangerous, such as losing control of the car or taking your eyes off the road for too long.

Many learners pass their test with a minor fault for these questions, so try not to let them worry you.

Common Tell Me Questions Explained Simply

Tell Me questions usually ask you to explain how you would check something on the car. You are not expected to physically do the check unless the examiner asks you to.

Common topics include engine oil, brake fluid, tyre tread, lights, and brakes.

When answering, keep it simple and clear. You do not need technical language. Straightforward explanations are exactly what the examiner wants to hear.

For example, if asked how you would check the engine oil level, explaining that you would use the dipstick and make sure the oil is between the minimum and maximum marks is more than enough.

Common Show Me Questions Explained

Show Me questions involve demonstrating something while driving, such as turning on the headlights, using the rear demister, or washing the windscreen.

The key thing the examiner is checking is that you can do this safely without losing control of the car.

If you need a moment to think, take it. Safety always comes first. Your Learning Kerb instructor will make sure you know where all the controls are in the car you will be using for your test.

What If You Get a Question Wrong

If you get one wrong, you will usually receive a minor fault and then carry on with the test.

Stay calm and focused on your driving. One small mistake does not mean you have failed.

Examiners understand that learners are nervous and they are not trying to catch you out.

How Learning Kerb Driving Tuition Helps You Prepare

At Learning Kerb Driving Tuition, Show Me Tell Me questions are covered as part of your normal lessons, not left until the last minute.

You will practise answering the questions out loud and demonstrating the controls in real driving situations. This helps build confidence so nothing feels unfamiliar on test day.

Learning in the same car you will take your test in makes a big difference and helps everything feel second nature.

Final Advice for Test Day

Remember that the Show Me Tell Me questions are only a small part of the driving test.

Speak clearly, keep your answers simple, and always put safety first. If you are asked a Show Me question while driving, respond when it is safe to do so.

With the right preparation and support from Learning Kerb Driving Tuition, these questions can be one of the easiest parts of your test.

If you can handle the driving, you can handle these too.