Illinois DMV Driving Test

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1. When you are driving at a speed of 20 mph on a highway, you should Drive in the left hand lane. Drive on the shoulder of the road. Drive in the center of the road. Drive in the right hand lane.

2. Traffic fatalities are ____ at night compared to daytime. About the same. About twice as high. About 3 to 4 times as high. About five to six times as high.

3. If a traffic light is broken or not functioning you should: Stop and wait for it to be repaired. Stop and wait for a police officer to arrive. Continue as if it were a 4-way stop sign. Continue as you normally would.

4. When waiting to make a left turn, you should give the right-of-way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction: Until at least two vehicles have passed. Until dangerously close cars have passed. Until all of the cars have passed. Until your traffic signal starts changing to red, then you have to make a turn even if there are vehicles in the intersection.

5. Which of the following actions escalates road rage? Forcing a car off the road. Tailgating. Blowing the horn. All of these.

6. What is one additional law regarding open vehicle doors? If opening a vehicle door in which traffic is moving, the only person who may open the door is the driver and not any passengers who may be in the vehicle. Opening a vehicle door during heavy traffic and as a result causing a collision will result in a fine of $1,000. You may not open your vehicle door unless the vehicle engine is turned off You may not open the vehicle door on the side of the vehicle in which traffic is moving, unless you deem it is safe to do so and believe it will not interfere with traffic. Opening a vehicle door on the side in which traffic is moving is only permitted at airports when loading or unloading passengers.

7. A 'no stopping' sign means that, unless directed to do so by a policeman, you may stop only Long enough to unload packages. To avoid conflict with other traffic. To discharge passengers For less than 5 minutes.

8. When stopped behind another vehicle on a hill, you should stay back at least 4 vehicle lengths. One vehicle length. Two vehicle lengths Three vehicle lengths.

9. When waiting at an intersection and the traffic signal light turns green, a driver should look to the left and then right before proceeding into the intersection. False. True.

10. Motorcyclists are entitled to use the full width of a traffic lane-- therefore, a driver should pass a motorcycle the same way as passing another vehicle. False. True.

11. Which of the following is true regarding safety belts? They need to be worn only when driving at high speed. They keep you from being thrown clear to safety, which lowers your chances of surviving accidents. Most likely you will drown if your seatbelt is on when your car goes into a lake or river. They increase your chances of survival in most types of accidents.

12. If a car ahead of you has stopped at a crosswalk, you should: Stop and then proceed when safe. Change lanes, look carefully, and pass. Slow down, look both ways, and proceed. Drive to the right edge of the road and stop.

13. What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body? Cold shower. Strong coffee. Time.

14. If the front right wheel of a vehicle runs off the pavement, a driver should ease off the accelerator, allow the vehicle to slow down, and gently steer back onto the pavement. False. True.

15. How much time does a drive have to report a crash after it occurs? September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017 September 4, 2017

16. When you are driving slowly in the freeway fast lane, blocking traffic which wishes to pass, you should: Change lanes to the right when it is safe to do so. Only change lanes when there are five or more vehicles behind you. Not change lanes when you are driving the speed limit. Turn your emergency lights on to signal other vehicles that they need to use another lane.

17. If you are changing lanes, preparing to pass another vehicle, or entering traffic, signal and check for passing traffic by first using your mirrors and then By checking the oncoming traffic. By checking the back of your vehicle. By checking the front of your vehicle By checking your vehicle's blind spot.

18. What type of vehicle can a parking placard be used for persons with disabilities? Any vehicle. Sports utility vehicle. Car Truck. Van.

19. At the end of most entry ramps on a freeway, you will find ____ that allows you to increase your speed. A deceleration lane. An acceleration lane. An access ramp. A slow lane.

20. Which of the following statements about parking is false? When parking on a downhill grade, turn your wheels toward the curb. In an emergency, it is legal to park on the shoulder of the road as far away from traffic as possible. It is legal to park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant It is illegal to park on a freeway.

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To operate a motorcycle in Illinois, you must have a valid Class M or Class L license. You can receive a license from a Secretary of State (SOS) facility. A Class L license permits you to drive motorcycles, motorbikes, mopeds, and scooters that are 150cc or less. A Class M license allows to you operate any type of motorcycle. Minors can apply for a 24-month motorcycle instruction permit to operate motorbikes that are 150cc or less. If you are 18 or older, you may apply for a 12-month instruction permit for any type of motorcycle.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle knowledge test, and pay the fees. Minors must also successfully complete a driver's education course. To receive a Class L or M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle skills test, and pay the fees. Additionally, anyone under the age of 18 must complete an approved motorcycle training course. Applicants who are over the age of 18 may complete the state's Motorcycle Rider Education Course in lieu of the written and driving exams.

The written exam can be taken at your local SOS office. The test contains 25 questions about how to safely operate a motorcycle. You must answer 20 questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills test assesses your on-cycle abilities. If you fail either test, you must wait seven days to retest.