Illinois Driver's Permit Test

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 False

False (Ch 3/16)

In order 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 (Ch 318)

A parent or legal guardian may request that the driver's license of a minor be

cancelled at any time prior to age 18. TRUE FALSE

True (Ch3 16-17)

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 FALSE

True (Ch4 23)

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 FALSE

True (Ch 422)

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 (Ch 4 22)

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.

o True o False

True (Ch 4 28)

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.

o True o False

True (Ch 4 21)

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

a. Driving privileges or vehicle registration suspension and a $150 fine.

b. 60-day suspension of driving privileges.

c. $30 fine and 14-day suspension of driving privileges

a (Ch 4 28)

A driver may pass another vehicle by driving on the shoulder of the road.

o True o False

False (Ch 4 24)

It is permissible to make a right turn against a red signal light after stopping

and yielding to other vehicles and pedestrians.

o True o False

True (cH 4 23)

A driver must give the right or left turn signal when changing lanes.

o True o False

True (cH 4 26-27)

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.

o True o False

False (Ch 4 29)

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 (Ch 4 25)

A driver may proceed immediately when waiting at an intersection and the

traffic signal light turns green.

o True o False

False (Ch 4 22)

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 (Ch 4 21)

Drivers must yield to pedestrians in an unmarked crosswalk.

o True o False

True (Ch 4 23)

It is permissible for anyone to wear a headset while driving.

o True o False

False (Ch 4 31)

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 (Ch 4 20)

Slow vehicles should use the left-hand lane except when passing or making a

left turn.

o True o False

False (Ch 4 25)

When must a driver slow down for a school zone?

a. On school days between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. when children are present and

signs are posted.

b. On weekends.

c. Only during recess.

a (Ch 421)

Drivers may open car doors on the side on which traffic is moving only when it

can be done safely and without interfering with traffic.

o True o False

True (Ch 4 31)

It is permissible to pass on a two-lane, two-way roadway within 100 feet of

an intersection or railroad crossing.

o True o False

False (Ch4 24)

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.

o True o False

True (Ch 4 30)

Unless authorized to do so, drivers may not break into the line of a funeral

procession.

o True o False

True (Ch 4 21)

When a motorist is turning right and a bicyclist is approaching on the right, let

the bicyclist go through the intersection first before making a right turn.

o True o False

True (Ch 5 40)

A driver does not need to allow as much distance when following a

motorcycle as when following a car.

o True o False

False (Ch5 38)

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.

o True o False

True (Ch 4 38)

When following a truck at night, it is important to dim your headlights.

o True o False

True (Ch 5 35)

When approaching a disabled pedestrian using a guide dog, white cane or

other assistive device, a driver should yield the right-of-way.

o True o False

True (Ch 5 37)

If arrested with a blood-alcohol concentration of .08 percent or more, an

individual's driving privileges will be suspended for at least six months.

o True o False

True (Ch 6 43)

Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle crashes.

o True o False

True (Ch 6 42)

What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body?

a. Strong coffee

b. Time

c. Cold shower

b (Ch 6 42)

If a driver is arrested and refuses to submit to testing, driving privileges will

be suspended for three months.

o True o False

False (Ch 6 43)

A driver whose license has 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.

o True o False

True (Ch 6 43)

It is illegal for persons under age 21 to drive with any trace of alcohol or drugs

in their systems.

o True o False

True (Ch 6 45)

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).

o True o False

True (Ch 7 48)

Before a driver can regain driving privileges after losing them for failure to pay

for damages caused by a crash, the driver must file proof of financial

responsibility with the Secretary of State's office.

o True o False

True (Ch 7 50)

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 (Ch 8 52-53)

Driving privileges may be revoked for giving false information to the Secretary

of State.

o True o False

True (Ch 8 51)

A merge sign means drivers should be prepared to change lanes or allow

other traffic to come into their lane.

o True o False

True (Ch 9 65)

When approaching a stop sign that is not marked by a crosswalk, drivers

should stop their vehicles before entering the intersection.

o True o False

True (Ch 9 56)

An orange sign means drivers should be alert, adjust their speed and be

prepared to stop if necessary.

o True o False

True (Ch 9 56)

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 (Ch 10 70)

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.

o True o False

False (Ch 10 71)

Drivers may pass on a two-lane roadway marked with a single solid yellow

line on their side of the center line.

o True o False

False (Ch 10 73)

A railroad crossbuck sign should be treated the same as a yield sign.

o True o False

True (Ch 10 74)

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 (Ch 10 73)

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.

o True o False

True (Ch 10 73)

After a train clears a crossing that has flashing signals, drivers may proceed

after checking for a second train on another track.

o True o False

True (Ch 10 74)

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.

o True o False

False (Ch 10 74)

The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter because it may

remain icy after the rest of the roadway is clear.

o True o False

True (Ch 11 79)

If driving in fog, a driver should turn on the high-beam headlights to increase

the field of vision.

o True o False

False (Ch 11 78)

Most rear-end collisions are caused by the vehicle in back following too closely.

o True o False

True (Ch 11 76)

The three-second rule helps the driver determine a safe following distance.

o True o False

True (Ch 11 76)

If a vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane), the driver should quickly apply

the brakes.

o True o False

False (Ch 11 78)

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.

o True o False

True (Ch 11 81)

Drivers who become stranded in blizzard conditions should remain in their vehicles.

o True o False

True (Ch 11 79)

When experiencing a tire blowout, the driver should apply the brakes quickly

and pull off the roadway to check the tire.

o True o False

False (Ch 11 82)

If a vehicle starts to skid, the driver should gently apply the brakes and steer

in the opposite direction of the skid.

o True o False

False (Ch 11 81)

Illinois law requires that headlights be on when atmospheric conditions

require the use of windshield wipers.

o True o False

True (Ch 11 78)

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 (Ch 12 85)

Headlights must be lighted from sunset to sunrise.

o True o False

True (Ch 12 85)

Your car must have a horn that can be heard from a distance of 200 feet.

o True o False

True (Ch 12 86)