Practice test 2 of 10 — Connecticut permit test

The correct answer to each question above, why it is right, and where it comes from. Try the test first.

1. Question 1: C. Slow down and watch for people

   People getting out of a car may step into the road, so slow down and watch for them.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Pedestrians

2. Question 2: D. Look both ways and stop if a train is near

   Treat a crossbuck like a yield sign. Slow down, look and listen, and stop if a train is near.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

3. Question 3: B. It is a slow-moving vehicle

   An orange triangle with a red border marks a slow-moving vehicle, such as a tractor.

   Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Slow-moving vehicles

4. Question 4: B. The right lane

   When your direction has fewer than three lanes, "Connecticut law requires you to drive in the right lane, except when passing."

   Handbook: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors — Passing

5. Question 5: C. $1,000

   Speeding or other listed offenses in a Connecticut work zone "could face fines of up to $1,000," plus points and retraining.

   Handbook: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors — Work Zones

6. Question 6: D. No, you must stop

   You must stop after any crash you are in. Leaving the scene is a serious offense.

   Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Penalties

7. Question 7: C. Where the crosswalk is

   The Connecticut manual says the downward arrow plaque "indicates the actual location of the crosswalk."

   Handbook: Chapter 5: Know the Road — Traffic Signs

8. Question 8: A. Much longer

   Ice gives your tires very little grip, so stopping takes much longer than on dry pavement.

   Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Speed and road conditions

9. Question 9: A. Avoid driving on the edge of the road

   A soft shoulder sign means the edge of the road is loose or soft. Avoid driving onto the shoulder.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

10. Question 10: C. Stay calm and let it go

    Do not respond to an angry driver. Stay calm, avoid eye contact, and give them room.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Road rage

11. Question 11: A. A lane whose direction changes at set times

    Double broken yellow lines usually mark a reversible lane, where the direction of travel changes at set times.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signals and pavement markings — Pavement markings

12. Question 12: A. When you can see its headlights in your mirror

    Move back when you can see the car's headlights in your mirror, so you do not cut it off.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Passing

13. Question 13: C. No, it is not allowed

    Disability spaces are only for vehicles with a valid placard or plate. Others may not park there.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Where not to park

14. Question 14: C. A regulatory sign

    Regulatory signs, such as speed limit and stop signs, state rules you must obey by law.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

15. Question 15: A. On the outside edge of a sharp curve

    Chevron signs are placed on the outside of a sharp curve and point the way to steer.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

16. Question 16: D. It loops around a city or links two Interstates

    A three-digit Interstate with an even first digit usually loops around a city or links two Interstates; an odd one is usually a spur.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs

17. Question 17: A. Stay stopped and let it go by

    A green light does not let you go when an emergency vehicle with a siren is coming. Stay where you are and let it pass.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Emergency vehicles

18. Question 18: A. Turn on your hazard or parking lights

    At night, turn on your hazard or parking lights so other drivers can see your car.

    Handbook: Chapter: Parking and stopping — Stopping on highways

19. Question 19: B. No closer than 25 feet

    The Connecticut manual says do not park "Within 25 feet of a stop sign."

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Road Safety — Parking

20. Question 20: A. No driver should insist on taking it

    The law says who must yield, but no driver should insist on the right-of-way if it could cause a crash.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Right-of-way basics

21. Question 21: B. When it is within about one block

    The Connecticut manual says to dim your high beams when you come "within about a one-block distance of an oncoming vehicle."

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Road Safety — Lights

22. Question 22: A. Dirt and glare make it harder to see

    A dirty windshield adds glare and makes it harder to see, most of all at night.

    Handbook: Chapter: Safe driving and hazards — Night and weather

23. Question 23: B. From the far left lane into the far left lane

    Turning left from one one-way street onto another, start in the far left lane and end in the far left lane.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Turns

24. Question 24: B. Turn them on as well

    The Connecticut manual says "if you turn on your wipers, turn on your headlights. It's the law."

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Road Safety — Lights

25. Question 25: C. The truck driver cannot see you

    If you cannot see the truck's mirrors, the driver cannot see you. Drop back so you can.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Large trucks and buses