The App
The app comes pre-loaded with all the road data for Brighton and Hove along with the relationships to connecting / joining roads. There are 2 exercises to help you build a mental picture of all the 27 areas necessary for you to pass you theory and driving tests. Below is a walk through of both the area test, which is designed to ingrain the geography of an area. Along with what we are calling "The random road test" Which can be used either at home or as an aid to replicate the actual driving test.
The starting point to become a licensed Brighton and Hove taxi driver is here
To find out about Brighton and Hove Council's test requirements click here
Home Page
Welcome to the app! The home page is your base to either choose a region of Brighton or Hove and kick off an area test or select the random road test from the top menu
Area Test
Select the area you are currently studying. All Brighton and Hove's roads are loaded along with relevant connecting roads
Random or in Sequence?
Roads are ordered to make geographical sense. So you can follow a map of the area in sequence. Once you get proficient start hitting the random button to see how well you really know the area!
How it works
You are presented with your selected road from the area. Four options appear. One correct connecting road along with 3 incorrect roads. Your job is to pick the right one.
Correct! Well done!
The App indicates that you have the answer correct and your percentage mark for the current session. Now keep going!
Incorrect! Keep Going
Set your own goals depending on where you are in the learning process for that area. On answering incorrectly the correct answers are presented.
Into the Orange
Our % text will give you an orange warning and some encouragement if you drop below 70%
Random road test: Brighton, Hove or everything?
Select "Random road test" from the top left menu, then decide on Brighton, Hove or all depending on how confident you are.
Hit Generate
You'll be presented with a road. Can you picture where it is? If so great. Either write down how you would get there or picture it mentally.
Can't think where it is?
Not to worry. The clue buttons can help you out.
Need another?
No problem, the answer is there for you if you need it. As you go along try setting targets of how many you can get without resorting to the clue buttons.