Illinois DMV Driving Test

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1. If you want to park downhill and there is no curb, which way do you turn your front wheels? Towards the road. Parallel to the road. Towards the side of the road. Either way, since there is no curb.

2. Orange colored signs and flags mean that you must be alert for: Road closures. Changed road conditions and/or road workers. Speed zones. High occupancy lanes.

3. What is the maximum speed you can travel in a school zone, between 7 am and 4 pm on days when school is in operation? 15 mph. 20 mph. 30 mph 25 mph. The maximum speed will differ by type of school and be posted.

4. Where should the lap belt be placed? Across the chest. Across the hip bones. None of the answers listed Across the stomach. The soft area of the abdomen.

5. 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.

6. Which of these statements is true about slippery road surfaces? Bridges and overpasses freeze last. Pavements are not slippery the first few minutes after it starts raining on a hot day. On cold, wet days, shade from buildings or trees can hide spots of ice. Hydroplaning can only happen to trucks.

7. When turning left from a two-way street onto a one-way street, you must Swing wide to the left before turning. Begin the turn with your left wheel as close as possible to the yellow dividing line. Begin the turn with your right wheel as close as possible to the yellow dividing line Do any of the above.

8. What is an example of a slow moving vehicle a driver may share the roadway with? Animal drawn vehicles. Someone who just started driving. Both animal drawn vehicles and farm vehicles such as a tractor Farm vehicles such as a tractor. Drivers over the age of 70.

9. A flashing yellow arrow means You may go straight ahead only. You must not proceed in the direction of the arrow. This lane may be used for approaching and making a left turn Never drive in this lane.

10. 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.

11. Which of the following is not a special driving permit? Family financial responsibility permit. Immigrant driving permit. Occupational driving permit Monitoring device driving permit. Restricted driving permit.

12. What type of sign is shaped like a 3 sided pennant? A construction zone sign. A no passing zone sign. A railroad crossing sign A school crossing zone. A warning sign.

13. Look to the left and right before entering any intersection on a green light because: Other vehicles might enter the intersection against a red light. Once you are in the intersection, you must only look straight ahead. Cross traffic may have a green arrow. Pedestrians on the cross street have the right-of-way.

14. You can get a personalized or vanity license plate on second division vehicles weighing ____ lbs or less. 2000 5000 9500 8000

15. Which of the following would best improve traffic flow? Using public transportation. Eliminating the space cushion. Raising the speed limit. Banning cyclists from the road.

16. If someone under 18 is convicted of driving without a license, for how long will they be denied the ability to apply for a license? 1 year. 6 months. They can apply for a license immediately Until their 18th birthday. Until their 21st birthday.

17. You are driving in the middle lane on a 3 lane expressway. a car begins to pass you on the right. the actions of that driver are Wrong because pass to the left is a firm rule. Wrong because he's passing you in your blind spot. Ok as long as he does it on a limited access highway Ok if no signs forbid passing on the right.

18. If you drive up a narrow, steep road and meet a car with no room to pass: You should back down the road. The other driver should back up the road. Neither driver should back at all. You should back down the road if the other vehicle is a truck.

19. While driving, if you need to read a map or directions, you should Have a quick glance while driving and then move ahead. Reduce your vehicle's speed and then read the map. Pull over to the side of the road in a safe place and then read the map Stop your vehicle on the road and then read the map.

20. If there are still other vehicles in the intersection when your red light turns green, you should: Enter the intersection and wait for traffic to clear. Move ahead only if you can go around the other vehicles safely. Wait until the vehicles clear the intersection before entering. Enter the intersection because you have the right-of-way.

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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.