IL Rules of the Road 2026

https://www.ilsos.gov/content/dam/publications/pdf_publications/dsd_a112.pdf

During the Initial Licensing Phase, a teen driver is allowed only two passengers under age 20 in the vehicle during the first 12 months of licensing. True or False?

False

To obtain court supervision for a traffic violation, a minor must appear in court with a parent/legal guardian and attend a traffic safety school. True or False?

True

A parent or legal guardian may request that the driver’s license of a minor be canceled at any time before age 18. True or False?

True

Illinois drivers under age 16 are required to have at least 50 hours of behind-the wheel supervised driving before obtaining their driver’s license. True or False?

True

Drivers under age 20 are prohibited from using their cellphone while driving except in the case of an emergency. True or False?

False.

Drivers under age 18 must hold their instruction permit for nine consecutive months before obtaining their driver’s license. True or False?

True.

When passing another vehicle, a driver should wait until the entire car the driver just passed is visible in the rearview mirror before turning back into the right-hand lane. True or False?

True

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

True

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

a. Wait in the intersection until the light turns green.

b. Yield to oncoming traffic and complete the turn.

c. Make sure it is clear, then back up from the intersection.

b. Yield to oncoming traffic and complete the turn.

When on a two-lane roadway, drivers must stop their vehicles when approaching a stopped school bus with its red warning lights flashing and its stop signal arm extended. True or False?

True

When an authorized vehicle using its sirens and flashing lights approaches a vehicle, the driver should pull to the right-hand edge of the roadway and wait for the emergency vehicle to pass. True or False?

True

What is the penalty for being convicted of illegally passing a stopped school bus?

a. A suspension of driving privileges.

b. A suspension of the vehicle registration.

c. A $30 fine

a. A suspension of driving privileges.

A driver may pass another vehicle by driving on the shoulder of the road. True or False?

False

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

True

A driver must give the right- or left-turn signal when changing lanes. True or False?

True

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

a. Not less than 50 feet before turning.

b. Not less than 75 feet before turning.

c. Not less than 100 feet before turning.

c. Not less than 100 feet before turning.

A driver may proceed immediately when waiting at an intersection and the traffic signal light turns green. True or False?

False

What should drivers do when approaching a construction area?

a. Increase their speed to get out of the way quickly.

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

c. Honk their horn several times to alert individuals working in the area of their presence.

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

Drivers must yield to pedestrians in an unmarked crosswalk. True or False?

True.

It is legal for anyone to talk on the phone if using a hands-free device while driving, unless under age 19. True or False?

True

Speed should be reduced below the posted speed limit for which of the following reasons?

a. Driver is driving in unfavorable weather conditions.

b. Driver is approaching and crossing an intersection.

c. Both of the above.

C. Both of the above.

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

False

When must a driver slow down for a school zone?

a. On school days between 6:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., when children are present and signs are posted.

b. On weekends.

c. Only during recess.

a. On school days between 6:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., when children are present and signs are posted.

Drivers may open car doors on the side where traffic is moving only when it can be done safely and without interfering with traffic. True or False?

True

It is permissible to pass on a two-lane, two-way roadway within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing. True or False?

False.

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

True?

Unless authorized to do so, drivers may not break into the line of a funeral procession. True or False?

True

After being pulled over by law enforcement, a driver should immediately exit the vehicle and quickly approach the officer’s squad car. True or False?

False

If drivers need to obtain insurance or vehicle registration information from the glove box, they should inform the police officer before doing so. True or 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 that has no warning signals (such as electric flashing lights or gates), a driver should look, listen and slow down. True or 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. True or False?

False

After a train clears a crossing that has flashing signals, drivers may proceed after checking for a second train on another track and the lights have stopped flashing. True or False?

True

When motorists are turning right and a bicyclist is approaching on the right, they should let the bicyclist go through the intersection first before making a right turn. True or False?

True.

A driver does not need to allow as much distance when following a motorcycle as when following a car. True or False?

False

Motorcyclists are entitled to use the full width of a traffic lane; therefore, a driver should pass a motorcycle the same way a driver would pass another vehicle. True or False?

True

When following a truck at night, it is important for drivers to dim their vehicle’s headlights. True or False?

True

When approaching a pedestrian using a guide dog, white cane, or other assistive device, a driver should yield the right of way. True or False?

True

When opening your driver’s side door on a road with oncoming vehicle and bicycle traffic, you should:

a. Open the vehicle door by reaching across with your right hand to get a better view of the vehicle and bicycle traffic approaching from behind.

b. Open the vehicle door only when it does not interfere with the vehicle and bicycle traffic approaching from behind.

c. Open the vehicle door with your left hand and then check for oncoming vehicle and bicycle traffic.

d. Both a and b.

d. Both a and b.

If arrested with a blood-alcohol concentration of .08% or more, an individual’s driving privileges will be suspended for at least six months. True or False?

True

Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle crashes. True or False?

True

A driver may be charged with Aggravated DUI if they

a. Are involved in a DUI crash resulting in death or personal injury.

b. Commit a DUI while driving a school bus.

c. Receive a DUI after a previous history of reckless homicide.

d. All of the above.

d. All of the above.

If a driver is arrested and refuses to submit to testing, driving privileges will be suspended for three months. True or False?

False

Drivers whose licenses have been revoked as a result of DUI must meet several requirements, including an evaluation for alcohol and drug problems and paying a reinstatement fee, to regain their license. True or False?

True

It is illegal for persons under age 21 to drive with any trace of alcohol or drugs in their systems. True or 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). True or False?

True

Before drivers can regain driving privileges after losing them for failure to pay for damages caused by a crash, they must file proof of financial responsibility with the Secretary of State’s office. True or False?

True

Drivers who are involved in or come upon a traffic crash should stop their vehicle in a safe, well-lit public place that does not obstruct traffic if able to do so. True or False?

True

A driver has 30 minutes to report a crash after it occurs. True or False?

True

Drivers convicted of a mandatory insurance violation will:

a. Lose their driving privileges for three months.

b. Lose their driving privileges for six months.

c. Lose their driving privileges for one year

a. Lose their driving privileges for three months.

Drivers are required to file proof of financial responsibility if:

a. They receive an unsatisfied court judgment related to a crash

b. Their license was suspended due to an uninsured crash.

c. They have been convicted of three or more insurance violations.

d. All of the above

d. All of the above

An individual’s driving privileges may be suspended under which of the following conditions?

a. Three reckless driving offenses in 12 months.

b. Drag or street racing.

c. Illegally transporting alcohol twice in 12 months by a person over age 21.

c. Illegally transporting alcohol twice in 12 months by a person over age 21.

Driving privileges may be revoked for giving the Secretary of State false information. True or False?

True

A driver’s license may be canceled if a driver is found medically or visually unfit to safely operate a vehicle. True or False?

True

Restricted Driving Permits can be issued to any suspended or revoked driver. True or False?

False

A driver’s license may be suspended for:

a. Failure to obey a railroad crossing signal.

b. Possessing a fraudulent driver’s license.

c. Failure to stop for a school bus.

d. All of the above

d. All of the above

A driver’s license may be revoked for:

a. Leaving the scene of a crash that injured or killed someone.

b. Giving false information to the Secretary of State.

c. Reckless behavior involving a vehicle that leads to the injury or death of someone.

d. All of the above.

d. All of the above.

A merge sign means drivers should be prepared to change lanes or allow other traffic to come into their lane. True or False?

True

When approaching a stop sign that is not marked by a crosswalk, drivers should stop their vehicles before entering the intersection. True or False?

True

An orange sign means drivers should be alert, adjust their speed, and be prepared to stop if necessary. True or False?

True

A driver approaching a vehicle with a slow-moving vehicle sign should slow down and only pass when safe and legal to do so. True or False?

True

When approaching a railroad crossing sign, a driver should slow down, look, and stop if necessary. True or False?

True

A diamond-shaped sign warns drivers of possible hazards. True or False?

True

What should a driver 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, the driver does 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, a driver may not turn in the direction of the arrow until the red light has changed. True or False?

False

Drivers may pass on a two-lane roadway marked with a single solid yellow line on their side of the center line. True or False?

False

A railroad crossbuck sign should be treated the same as a yield sign. True or False?

True

A driver approaching a flashing red light must stop, yield the right of way to traffic, and proceed when safe. True or False?

True

Drivers are allowed to leave the roadway to avoid a traffic signal. True or False?

False

The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter because it may remain icy after the rest of the roadway is clear. True or False?

True

If driving in fog, a driver should turn on the high-beam headlights to increase the field of vision. True or False?

False

Most rear-end crashes are caused by the vehicle in back following too closely. True or False?

True

The three-second rule helps the driver determine a safe following distance. True or False?

True

If a vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane), the driver should quickly apply the brakes. True or False?

False

If the front right wheel of a vehicle runs off the pavement, a driver should ease off the accelerator, brake gently, and gently steer back onto the pavement. True or False?

True

Drivers who become stranded in blizzard conditions should remain in their vehicles. True or False?

True

When experiencing a tire blowout, the driver should apply the brakes quickly and pull off the roadway to check the tire. True or False?

False

If a vehicle starts to skid, the driver should ease off the gas pedal or brakes and steer in the opposite direction of the skid. True or False?

False

Illinois law requires that headlights be on when atmospheric conditions require the use of windshield wipers. True or False?

True

Within how many feet is a driver required to dim the headlights before meeting another vehicle?

a. 250 feet

b. 400 feet

c. 500 feet

c. 500 feet

Headlights must be lighted from sunset to sunrise. True or False?

True

A car must have a horn that can be heard from a distance of 200 feet. True or False?

True

Tinted windows are not allowed on the front windshield of a vehicle. True or False?

True

TVs and video recording monitors that can be seen from the driver’s seat are permitted when the vehicle is in motion. True or False?

False

Turn signals must be visible for 300 feet. True or False?

True