Practice test 2 of 10 — Illinois permit test

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1. Question 1: A. A no-passing zone

   The pennant shape is used only to mark the start of a no-passing zone.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

2. Question 2: C. Cars may not drive, park or idle in it

   Vehicles "are not allowed to drive, park, idle, or drop off or pick up passengers in these bike lanes even if bicyclists are not present."

   Handbook: Chapter 5: Sharing the Road — Bicycles

3. Question 3: B. Others may think you are turning left

   Swinging wide confuses other drivers and can lead a car to pass on your right. Keep close to the curb.

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

4. Question 4: D. Press firmly and hold steady pressure

   With anti-lock brakes, press firmly and hold. The system pumps the brakes for you, so do not pump them.

   Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Brakes

5. Question 5: B. A median will split the two directions

   This sign warns that a divided highway begins, so a median will split the two directions of traffic.

   Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Warning signs

6. Question 6: 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

7. Question 7: C. Go on to the next exit

   Never back up or turn around on a highway. Drive on to the next exit.

   Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Highway driving

8. Question 8: B. Slow down and go on with care

   A flashing yellow light is a warning. Slow down and go on with care.

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

9. Question 9: B. Traffic already on the highway

   When joining a highway, yield to traffic already on it and merge into a safe gap.

   Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Entering a roadway

10. Question 10: B. Age 15

    "If you are age 15-17, you may receive an instruction permit" with proof that you are enrolled in approved driver education.

    Handbook: Chapter 3: Drivers Under Age 21 — Obtaining an Instruction Permit

11. Question 11: B. Before you start to drive

    Adjust your seat and mirrors before you start to drive, so you can see well and are not distracted on the road.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Vehicle equipment

12. Question 12: C. Fire trucks must leave fast

    Fire trucks need to leave the station fast, so never block its driveway.

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

13. Question 13: C. Pass to the right of the island ahead

    A keep right sign means you must pass to the right of the island, divider or object ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Regulatory signs

14. Question 14: D. An area near your car your mirrors do not show

    A blind spot is an area near your car that your mirrors do not show, so you must turn your head to check it.

    Handbook: Chapter: Turning, passing and lane use — Changing lanes

15. Question 15: C. Pump the brakes and shift to a lower gear

    Pump the brake pedal to build pressure and shift to a lower gear, then use the parking brake slowly if needed.

    Handbook: Chapter: Emergencies and vehicle equipment — Brake failure

16. Question 16: B. Slow down, and pull off the road to stop

    Slow down with low beams on. If you must stop, pull fully off the road so cars behind do not hit you.

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

17. Question 17: B. $1,500

    A report must be filed for "property damage of more than $1,500"; the $500 figure applies only when a vehicle is uninsured.

    Handbook: Chapter 7: Traffic Violations/Crashes — Crash Reports

18. Question 18: D. 11 p.m.

    The nighttime limits are "Sun.-Thurs., 10 p.m.-6 a.m.; Fri.-Sat., 11 p.m.-6 a.m." (11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday).

    Handbook: Chapter 3: Drivers Under Age 21 — Graduated Driver Licensing Program

19. Question 19: B. Warn you of a hazard or change ahead

    Diamond-shaped signs are warning signs. They tell you about a hazard or change in the road ahead.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Sign shapes and colors

20. Question 20: B. 1 year

    A test failure brings six months, but "If you refuse to submit to chemical testing, your driving privileges will be suspended for one year" (1 year).

    Handbook: Chapter 6: Driving Under the Influence (DUI) — DUI Laws

21. Question 21: B. Let the cyclist go first

    Cyclists follow the same right-of-way rules as cars, so the rider on your right goes first.

    Handbook: Chapter: Right of way — Stop signs and intersections

22. Question 22: A. It may not turn off on its own

    Many motorcycle turn signals do not turn off on their own, so wait to see the rider actually turn.

    Handbook: Chapter: Sharing the road — Motorcycles

23. Question 23: B. License suspension

    A first conviction for driving under the influence commonly leads to license suspension, along with fines.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — Penalties

24. Question 24: B. Wait until there is room to clear the intersection

    Do not enter an intersection unless there is room to clear it, even on green. Blocking it holds up cross traffic.

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

25. Question 25: C. 200 feet

    The bus warns "at least 100 feet (200 feet in rural areas) in advance of a stop" by flashing its lights.

    Handbook: Chapter 4: Traffic Laws — Special Stops

26. Question 26: A. Reaction distance plus braking distance

    Total stopping distance is the distance covered while you see and react plus the distance covered while braking.

    Handbook: Chapter: Speed and following distance — Stopping distance

27. Question 27: A. Parking on the street side of a parked car

    Double parking is stopping on the street side of a parked car. It blocks traffic and is generally not allowed.

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

28. Question 28: C. Only when the broken line is on your side

    With a solid and a broken yellow line, "you may pass only when the broken yellow line is nearest your lane."

    Handbook: Chapter 10: Traffic Signals and Pavement Markings — Pavement Markings

29. Question 29: A. When its whole front shows in your mirror

    Wait until you can see the whole front of the truck in your mirror before moving in front of it.

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

30. Question 30: C. About 2 feet

    The Narrow Bridge sign warns of a narrow roadway: "A bridge width is generally 2 feet less than the width of the approach pavement."

    Handbook: Chapter 9: Roadway Signs — Warning Signs

31. Question 31: D. Judgment

    Alcohol affects judgment first, so a driver may feel fine while making poor choices.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — How alcohol affects you

32. Question 32: D. An unplanned incident, such as a crash

    Pink "may be used for traffic incident signing," warning of "unplanned traffic incidents, such as traffic crashes and natural disasters."

    Handbook: Chapter 9: Roadway Signs — Colors of Signs

33. Question 33: A. Signal and check for traffic

    Signal and check mirrors and your blind spot before pulling away from the curb.

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

34. Question 34: C. It slows how fast alcohol is absorbed

    Food slows how fast alcohol is absorbed, but it does not stop you from becoming impaired.

    Handbook: Chapter: Alcohol, drugs and penalties — How alcohol affects you

35. Question 35: A. By the mile marker nearest the exit

    In most states, exit numbers match the nearest mile marker, so you can tell how far apart two exits are.

    Handbook: Chapter: Traffic signs — Guide and service signs