Illinois DMV Driving Test

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1. When sharing the road with a trolley or light rail vehicle: Remember they are loud and move slowly like freight trains. Always pass a light rail vehicle or trolley slowly on the right. Never turn in front of an approaching trolley or light rail vehicle. Always honk your horn to greet the driver.

2. What should you do if you are overtaking a bicycle and an oncoming vehicle is approaching at the same time? You should leave a little room to the oncoming vehicle while overtaking the bicycle. You must slow down and let the vehicle pass first to give extra room to the bicycle. You must sound your horn to alert the bicyclist. You must overtake the bicycle first to give extra room to the oncoming vehicle.

3. If your license was suspended prior to which age, will you be required to successfully complete a driver remedial education course to make your driving privileges official again? 21 22 23 24 25

4. Which of the following is not true, regarding pavement markings? Crossing a double solid white line is allowed on a highway. Broken yellow lines separate traffic moving in opposite directions. Crossing double solid yellow lines to make a left turn to/from an alley is not against the traffic law Broken white lines separate traffic moving in the same direction.

5. A steady yellow light means that a ____ light will soon appear. Flashing yellow. Steady green. Steady red. Flashing red.

6. 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. False. True.

7. The 'implied consent law' says you have agreed to take a test for the alcohol content of your blood: Whenever you drive in the state. On the advice of any attorney. Only if ordered by a court. Only if you were observed breaking the law.

8. What should you do if you miss your exit on an expressway? Back up to the missed exit. None of the answers listed. All of the answers listed Turn around and proceed back to your exit. Go to the next exit.

9. 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. False. True.

10. Large trucks turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction: Often have to use part of the left lane to complete the turn. Must stay in the right lane at all times. May complete their turn in either the right or the left lane. Always have the right-of-way.

11. In which of the following situations is passing always forbidden The vehicle ahead is making a left turn. You are on a one-way street which has two lanes. The vehicle ahead is stopped for a pedestrian in a crosswalk The vehicle ahead is going to park parallel to the curb.

12. When driving in the far right lane of a freeway, you: Must drive slower than other traffic. Should expect vehicles merging onto the road from freeway on-ramps. Must give the right-of-way to merging traffic. Must drive faster than other traffic.

13. What is a common factor in the traffic deaths of teenage drivers? Slow reflexes. Fear of taking risks. Lack of driving skill. Driving too slow.

14. What is the suggested distance range between the driver and the air bag? 10-12 inches. 14-16 inches. 12-14 inches. 8-10 inches. 6-8 inches.

15. What does this multi-colored sign mean?

A traffic signal ahead. Slow-moving vehicles ahead. An uncontrolled intersection ahead. A hospital ahead.

16. How often must you get your photo retaken for your driver's license? Every 2 years. Every 5 years. Every time you need to renew your driver's license There is no requirement for you to ever have your photo retaken. Whenever a dmv employee determines that you look substantially different from the photo on your current license.

17. ____ are yellow and diamond-shaped with black lettering or symbols. Regulatory signs. Service signs. Warning signs. Destination signs.

18. Which of the following is not true? A motorcycle may adjust positions within a lane. It is okay to share lanes with a motorcycle when possible. Do not share lanes with a motorcycle Traffic conditions and road surfaces are determining factors that affect how a motorcyclist maneuvers.

19. You should increase the distance between your car and the vehicle ahead when you: Follow small passenger car. Are crowded by a tailgater. Drive slower than the posted speed limit. All of the above.

20. Which of these vehicles must stop before crossing railroad tracks? Tank trucks marked with hazardous materials placards. Motor homes or pickup trucks towing a trailer. Sport utility vehicles carrying 4 or more persons. Vans and buses.

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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.