Illinois Driver's License and Road Safety Rules: Comprehensive Quiz

Cellphone use while driving is permitted as long as you are using a hands-free device. Is it True / False?

True

Illinois law requires children under 8 years old to be secured by a restraining system or seat belt when traveling in a motor vehicle. a. Anywhere in the vehicle | b. In the front seat only | c. In the back seat only | d. Never, this is not a law?

a. Anywhere in the vehicle

A parent or legal guardian may request that the driver's license of a minor be canceled at any time before age True / False?

True

When passing another vehicle, you should wait until the entire car you are passing is visible in the rearview mirror before turning back into the right-hand lane. Is it True / False?

True

After making a complete stop and yielding to traffic or pedestrians within the intersection, it is permissible for you on a one-way street to turn left at a red light onto another one-way street that moves traffic to the left. Is it True / False?

True

How should you proceed if you are within an intersection waiting to make a left turn and the traffic signal light turns red?

b. Yield to oncoming traffic and complete the turn

When on a two-lane roadway, you must stop your vehicle if approaching a stopped school bus with its red warning lights flashing and stop signal arm extended. Is it True / False?

True

When an authorized vehicle using its sirens and flashing lights approaches your vehicle, you should pull to the right-hand edge of the roadway and wait for the emergency vehicle to pass. Is it True / False?

True

Your driving privileges will be suspended if you are convicted of illegally passing a stopped school bus. Is it True / False?

True

You may pass another vehicle by driving on the shoulder of the road. Is it True / False?

False

It is permissible to make a right turn against a red signal light after stopping and yielding to other vehicles and pedestrians. Is it True / False?

True

You must give the right- or left-turn signal when changing lanes. Is it True / False?

True

In urban areas, if you are moving out of an alley, building, private road, or driveway, you do not need to come to a complete stop before entering the roadway if the roadway is clear of traffic. Is it True / False?

False

For what distance should a continuous turn signal be given when making a left or right turn in a business or residential district?

c. Not less than 100 feet before turning

When waiting at an intersection and the traffic signal light turns green, you should look to the left and then right before proceeding into the intersection. Is it True / False?

True

What should you do when approaching a construction area?

b. Slow down, stop all wireless telephone communications and yield the right of way

You are not required to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk. Is it True / False?

False

It is permissible for anyone to wear a headset while driving. Is it True / False?

False

Speed should be reduced below the posted speed limit for which of the following reasons: a. You are driving in unfavorable weather conditions | b. You are approaching and crossing an intersection | c. Both of the above

c. Both of the above

Slow vehicles should use the right-hand lane except when passing or turning left. Is it True / False?

True

When must you slow down in a school zone? a. When children are present and signs are posted | b. On weekends | c. Only during recess

a. When children are present and signs are posted

When parked, you may open car doors on the side on which traffic is moving (also known as a Dutch Reach) only when it can be done safely and without interfering with traffic. Is it True / False?

False

Passing on a two-lane, two-way roadway within 100 feet of an intersection, or railroad crossing is permissible. Is it True / False?

False

Only vehicles displaying special plates or parking placards for persons with disabilities may park in spaces reserved by an official PARKING FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES sign. Is it True / False?

True

Unless authorized, you may not break into the line of a funeral procession. Is it True / False?

True

When you are turning right and a bicyclist is approaching on the right, you must allow the bicyclist to go through the intersection first before making the turn. Is it True / False?

True

You do not need to allow as much distance when following a motorcycle as following a car. Is it True / False?

False

Motorcyclists are entitled to use the full width of a traffic lane; therefore, you should pass a motorcycle the same way as another vehicle. Is it True / False?

True

When following a vehicle at night, it is important to dim your high beams. Is it True / False?

True

When approaching a disabled pedestrian using a guide dog, white cane, or another assistive device, you should yield the right of way. Is it True / False?

True

If arrested with a blood-alcohol concentration of .08% or more, your driving privileges will be suspended for at least six months. Is it True / False?

True

Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle crashes. Is it True / False?

True

What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body? a. Strong coffee | b. Time | c. Cold shower

b. Time

If you are arrested for DUI and refuse to submit to testing, your driving privileges will be suspended for 12 months. Is it True / False?

True

If your license has been revoked as a result of DUI, you must meet several requirements, including an evaluation for alcohol and drug problems and paying a reinstatement fee, to regain your license. Is it True / False?

True

It is illegal for persons under 21 years old to drive with any trace of alcohol or drugs in their system. Is it True / False?

True

Regardless of fault, a crash report must be filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash involves death, bodily injury, or property damage of more than $1,500 (or more than $500 if a vehicle is uninsured). Is it True / False?

True

Before you can regain driving privileges after losing them for failure to pay for damages caused by a crash, you must file proof of financial responsibility with the Secretary of State's office. Is it True / False?

True

If you are involved in a traffic crash, you should stop your vehicle in a safe, well-lighted public place that does not obstruct traffic, if able to do so. Is it True / False?

True

Driving privileges may be revoked for giving false information to the Secretary of State's office. Is it True / False?

True

What should you do when approaching a traffic control signal that is not in operation? a. Come to a full stop and yield the right of way before entering the intersection | b. If the intersection is clear, you do not need to stop | c. Drive quickly through the intersection to get out of the way of other vehicles

a. Come to a full stop and yield the right of way before entering the intersection

If a traffic light shows both a red light and a green arrow at the same time, you may not turn in the direction of the arrow until the red light has changed. Is it True / False?

False

You may pass on a two-lane roadway marked with a single solid yellow line on your side of the center line. Is it True / False?

False

A railroad crossing sign should be treated the same as a yield sign. Is it True / False?

True

All vehicles are required to stop within how many feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing when a train is approaching? a. Between 15 and 50 feet | b. Between 5 and 10 feet | c. 10 feet

a. Between 15 and 50 feet

When approaching a railroad crossing without warning signals (such as electric flashing lights or gates), you should look, listen, and slow down. Is it True / False?

True

After a train clears a crossing with flashing signals, you may proceed after checking for a second train on another track and the lights have stopped flashing. Is it True / False?

True

If moving with a stream of vehicles across a railroad track, it is safe to stop on the track for a short period of time. Is it True / False?

False

The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter due to ice buildup while the rest of the roadway remains clear. Is it True / False?

True

When driving in fog, you should turn on the high-beam headlights to increase the field of vision. Is it True / False?

False

Most rear-end collisions are caused by the vehicle in back following too closely. Is it True / False?

True

The three-second rule helps you determine a safe following distance. Is it True / False?

True

If your vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane), you should quickly apply the brakes. Is it True / False?

False

If the front right wheel of your vehicle runs off the pavement, you should ease off the accelerator, allow the vehicle to slow down, and gently steer back onto the pavement. Is it True / False?

True

If you become stranded in blizzard conditions, you should remain in your vehicle. Is it True / False?

True

When experiencing a tire blowout, you should immediately apply the brakes and quickly pull off the side of the road. Is it True / False?

False

If your vehicle starts to skid, you should apply the brakes and steer in the opposite direction of the skid. Is it True / False?

False

Illinois law requires that headlights be on when weather conditions require the use of windshield wipers. Is it True / False?

True

If pulled over by law enforcement, you should immediately exit the vehicle and quickly approach the officer's squad car. Is it True / False?

False

Within how many feet are you required to dim the highbeams before meeting another vehicle? a. 250 feet | b. 400 feet | c. 500 feet

c. 500 feet

Taillights are not required to be illuminated after dark. Is it True / False?

False

Your vehicle must have a horn that can be heard from a distance of 200 feet. Is it True / False?

True