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Page 1: Rear End Collisions and Traffic Signals

  • Rear End Collisions: Most rear end collisions are caused by:

    • a) The vehicle in front stopping too quickly

    • b) The vehicle in back following too closely

    • c) Dangerous road conditions

    • d) Driving aggressively.

  • Traffic Lights: When a traffic light shows both a red light and a green arrow in the direction you wish to turn, you:

    • a) Must stop and remain stopped until the red light changes

    • b) Have the right of way over pedestrians when turning in the direction of the arrow

    • c) May proceed in the direction of the arrow with caution

    • d) Should proceed aggressively (not recommended).

  • Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents: The single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle accidents is:

    • a) Alcohol

    • b) Bad road conditions

    • c) Bad weather conditions

    • d) Mechanical problems.

  • Tire Blowout: When you experience a tire blowout, you should:

    • a) Apply brakes quickly to reduce speed

    • b) Grip the steering wheel firmly, take your foot off the gas, and let the vehicle slow down before you drive onto the shoulder

    • c) Quickly steer onto the right shoulder

    • d) Assume the tire is fine.

  • School Bus Violation: If convicted of passing a school bus that is receiving or discharging passengers, you may lose your driver's license for at least three months.

    • a) True

    • b) False.

  • Authorized Vehicles: You are required by law to yield the right of way to any authorized vehicle.

    • a) True

    • b) False.

  • Bridges in Winter: The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter because:

    • a) There may be ice on bridges even when the pavement is clear

    • b) The bridge's surface is warmer

    • c) None of the above

    • d) All the above.

Page 2: Child Safety and Headlights

  • Child Restraints: Illinois law requires children under age 6 to be secured by a restraining system or seatbelt when traveling in a motor vehicle:

    • a) Anywhere in the car

    • b) Front seat only

    • c) Back seat only

    • d) Never has to wear one.

  • Headlight Use: Headlights are required:

    • a) From dusk to dawn

    • b) During periods of poor visibility

    • c) When weather conditions require the use of windshield wipers

    • d) All the above.

  • DUI Consequences: Your driver's license will be suspended if, after being arrested for DUI:

    • a) You take a chemical test and register above the legal limit of 0.08%

    • b) You refuse to take a chemical test

    • c) You take a chemical test and register any trace of controlled substance

    • d) All the above.

  • Driving Privileges Revocation: Your driving privileges will be revoked if convicted of:

    • a) Leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death or personal injury

    • b) Drag racing

    • c) Driving under the influence

    • d) All the above.

  • Curfew for 17-Year-Olds: If you are 17 and drive after curfew hours, you must have a parent or guardian with you:

    • a) True

    • b) False.

  • Skidding on Water: If your vehicle starts to skid on water, you should:

    • a) Turn the wheel slightly to the right and brake gently

    • b) Turn off the ignition and coast to a stop

    • c) Take your foot off the gas and let your vehicle slow down

    • d) Speed up.

  • Rear-End Skid Control: When driving on slippery roads and the rear end starts to skid, you should:

    • a) Turn the front wheels in the direction of the skid

    • b) Hold the wheel firmly and steer straight ahead while braking gradually

    • c) Apply brakes quickly

    • d) Do a donut.

Page 3: Turn Signals and Motorcycles

  • Signal for Turns: When making a left or right turn in a business or residential district, a continuous signal must be given:

    • a) Not less than 100 feet before turning

    • b) At least 50 feet from the intersection

    • c) Only when vehicles are approaching

    • d) Never.

  • Motorcycles Rights: Motorcycles have the same right of way privileges as other vehicles, especially at intersections, railroad crossings, and bridges:

    • a) True

    • b) False.

  • Passing Motorcycles: Motorcycles are entitled to the full width of the traffic lane. To pass a motorcycle:

    • a) Cautiously pass in the same lane

    • b) Follow the motorcycle without passing

    • c) Change lanes and pass as you would another vehicle

    • d) Tailgate to signal your intent.

  • School Bus Safety: When a school bus is stopped and its red lights are flashing:

    • a) Stop before meeting or overtaking a school bus loading/unloading on a two-lane highway

    • b) You don’t always need to stop on a four-lane highway if certain conditions are met

    • c) Drive cautiously if you're on the opposite side of a four-lane highway

    • d) All the above.

  • Passing on Shoulders: It is illegal to pass on the shoulder of the road:

    • a) True

    • b) False.

  • Driving Privileges Restoration: To reinstate driving privileges after a DUI revocation, a person must:

    • a) Submit to a professional assessment and attend rehab

    • b) Carry high-risk insurance for three years

    • c) Wait a minimum of one year

    • d) All the above.

Page 4: Fog and Intersections

  • Driving in Foggy Weather: If you must drive during fog, turn on low-beam headlights and:

    • a) Drive at a speed that allows stopping within your field of vision

    • b) Flash your lights periodically

    • c) Keep foot on brake for visibility

    • d) All the above.

  • Intersection Accidents: Many intersection accidents occur because drivers fail to:

    • a) Slow down

    • b) Look carefully before entering

    • c) Both a and b.

  • Railroad Signals: When the flashing signals at a railroad crossing activate:

    • a) Proceed as soon as the train clears

    • b) Check for another train on another track

    • c) Follow the vehicle ahead of you

    • d) Race the train.

  • Emergency Vehicle Protocol: When an authorized emergency vehicle approaches with sirens and flashing lights, you should:

    • a) Increase speed

    • b) Maintain speed

    • c) Pull over to the right and stop if possible

    • d) Stop in the middle of the road.

  • Seat Belt Requirement: The driver and front passenger (age 6 and above) are required to wear a seat belt:

    • a) True

    • b) False.

  • Driver's License Requirement: It is illegal to drive a vehicle without a valid driver's license:

    • a) True

    • b) False.

  • Red Traffic Light: A flashing red traffic signal light is equivalent to:

    • a) Caution when going through the intersection

    • b) A stop sign

    • c) An emergency vehicle approaching from the rear.

Page 5: Insurance and Road Rules

  • Insurance Requirements: Illinois residents must:

    • a) Insure their vehicles for liability

    • b) Carry proof of insurance

    • c) Present proof when stopped for traffic violations

    • d) All the above.

  • Stop Sign Protocol: At a stop sign, you must stop your vehicle at:

    • a) As close to the sign as possible

    • b) At a marked stop line or crosswalk

    • c) At a place near the intersection.

  • Alley and Driveway Protocol: A driver coming out of an alley must:

    • a) Stop if vehicles are coming

    • b) Stop before reaching the sidewalk and yield

    • c) Sound their horn and exit quickly.

  • Yellow Line Markings: On a two-lane pavement marked with a solid yellow line:

    • a) You must slow down and proceed with caution

    • b) Construction work is ahead, slow down

    • c) Do not cross the yellow line to pass another vehicle.

  • Headset and TV Restrictions: Drivers are not permitted to wear headsets or have a television visible from the driver's seat:

    • a) True

    • b) False.

  • Chemical Test Refusal: A person who refuses a chemical test:

    • a) Will receive a 6-month suspension for first offense

    • b) Will receive a 36-month suspension for subsequent refusals

    • c) May have this used as evidence in court

    • d) All the above.

  • Headlight Regulations: When headlights are required, bright lights must be dimmed at least 500 feet before meeting and 300 feet before overtaking another vehicle:

    • a) True

    • b) False.

Page 6: Intersections and Driving Safety

  • Green Light Procedure: At a green light, you:

    • a) May go immediately

    • b) Should ensure it is safe first

    • c) Must yield to any person or vehicles in the intersection

    • d) All the above.

  • Pavement Protocol: If the front wheel runs off the pavement, you should:

    • a) Grasp the steering wheel and take foot off the gas

    • b) Brake immediately and swing back onto the road

    • c) Swing back onto the road quickly at normal speed.

  • Right Turn Protocol: When turning right against a red signal:

    • a) Turn quickly to get out of the way

    • b) Stop and yield to traffic in the intersection

    • c) Sound your horn before turning.

  • Railroad Grade Crossing Protocol: At a railroad grade crossing without warning system:

    • a) Increase speed and cross quickly

    • b) Maintain normal speed

    • c) Look, listen, slow down to prepare to stop.

  • Overtaking Protocol: When passing another vehicle:

    • a) Do not cut back into the right lane until the car is visible in your rearview mirror

    • b) Not a requirement.

  • Private Property Protocol: It is unlawful to leave the roadway and travel across private property to avoid an official traffic control device:

    • a) True

    • b) False.