Illinois ROTR Questions
TVs and video recording monitors that can be seen from the driver's seat are permitted when the vehicle is in motion.
False
When experiencing a tire blowout, the driver should apply the brakes quickly and pull off the roadway to check the tire.
False
a driver may pass another vehicle by moving on the shoulder of the road
False
a driver may proceed immediately when waiting at an intersection and the traffic signal light turns green
False
in urban areas, drivers moving out of an alley, building, private road or driveway need not to come to a complete stop before entering the roadway if the roadway is clear of traffic
False
During the Initial Licensing Phase, a teen driver is aloud only 2 passengers under 20 in the vehicle during the first 12 months of licensing.
False (1 passenger under 20)
Before drivers can regain driving privileges after losing them for failure to pay for damages caused by a crash, they must file proof of financial responsibility with the Secretary of State's office.
True
Drivers may open car doors on the side on which traffic is moving only when it can be done safely and without interfering with traffic.
True
Drivers under age 18 must hold their instruction permit for nine consecutive months prior to obtaining their drivers license
True
Drivers who are involved in or come upon a traffic crash should stop their vehicle in a safe, well-lit public place that does not obstruct traffic, if able to do so.
True
Drivers who become stranded in blizzard conditions should remain in their vehicles.
True
Drivers whose license have been revoked as a result of DUI must meet several requirements, including an evaluation for alcohol and drug problems and paying a reinstatement fee, to regain their license.
True
Driving privileges may be revoked for giving false information to the Secretary of State.
True
Headlights must be lighted from sunset to sunrise.
True
If arrested with a blood-alcohol concentration of .08 percent or more, an individual's driving privileges will be suspended for at least six months.
True
If drivers need to obtain insurance or vehicle registration information from the glove box, they should inform the police officer before doing so.
True
If the front right wheel of a vehicle runs off the pavement, a driver should ease off the accelerator, brake gently and gently steer back onto the pavement.
True
The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter because it may remain icy after the rest of the roadway is clear
True
Tinted windows are not allowed on the front windshield of a vehicle.
True
Turn signals must be visible for 300 feet.
True
Unless authorized to do so, drivers may not break into the line of a funeral procession.
True
When approaching a railroad crossing sign, a driver should slow down, look and stop if nescessary
True
When approaching a railroad crossing that has no warning signals, a driver should look, listen and slow down
True
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
True
a driver must give the right or left turn signal when changing lanes
True
a drivers license may be canceled if a driver is found medically or visually unfit to safely operate a vehicle
True
after making a proper stop and yielding to traffic or pedestrians within the intersection, it is permissible for a driver on a one-way Street to turn left at a red light onto another one-way street that moves traffic to the left
True
drivers must yield to pedestrians in an unmarked crosswalk
True
it is legal for anyone to talk on the phone if using a hands-free device while driving unless under age 19
True
it is permissible to make a right turn against a red signal light after stopping and yielding to other vehicles and pedestrians
True
when an authorized vehicle using its sirens and flashing lights approaches a vehicle, the driver should pull to the right hand edge of the roadway and wait for the emergency vehicle to pass
True
when approaching a stop sign that that is marked by a crosswalk, drivers should stop their vehicles before entering the intersection
True
when on a two-lane roadway, drivers must stop their vehicles when approaching a stopped school bus with its red warning lights flashing and its stop signal arm extended
True
how should a driver proceed if within an intersection waiting to make a left turn and the traffic signal light turns red?
Yield to oncoming traffic and complete the turn (B)
Slow vehicles should use the left-hand lane except when passing or making a left turn.
False
Within how many feet is a driver required to dim the headlights before meeting another vehicle?
500 feet (C)
what is a penalty for being convicted of illegally passing a stopped school bus
A suspension of driving privileges (A)
All vehicles are required to stop within how many feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing when a train is approaching?
Between 15 & 50 feet (A)
What should a driver do when approaching a traffic control signal that is not in operation?
Come to a full stop and yield the right of way before entering the intersection (A)
speed should be reduced below the posted speed limit for which of the following reasons
Driver is driving in unfavorable weather conditions, & Driver is approaching and crossing an intersection (C)
A drivers license may be suspended for:
Failure to obey a railroad crossing signal; Possessing a fraudulent driver's license.; Failure to stop for a school bus. (D)
After being pulled over by law enforcement, a driver should immediately exit the vehicle and quickly approach the officer's squad car.
False
Drivers are allowed to leave the roadway to avoid a traffic signal.
False
Drivers may pass on a two-lane roadway marked with a single solid yellow line on their side of the center line.
False
If a driver is arrested and refuses to submit to testing, driving privileges will be suspended for three months.
False
If a traffic light shows both a red light and a green arrow, a driver may not turn in the direction of the arrow until the red light has changed.
False
If a vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane), the driver should quickly apply the brakes.
False
If a vehicle starts to skid, the driver should ease off the gas pedal or brakes and steer in the opposite direction of the skid.
False
If driving in fog, a driver should turn on the high-beam headlights to increase the field of vision.
False
If moving with a stream of vehicles across a railroad track, it is safe to stop on the track for a short period of time.
False
It is permissible to pass on a two-lane, two-way roadway within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing.
False
Restricted Driving Permits can be issued to any suspended or revoked driver.
False
Drivers under the age 20 are prohibited from using cell phone while driving except in the case of an emergency
False (under 19)
an individuals driving privileges may be suspended under which of the following conditions
Illegally transporting alcohol twice within 12 months by a person over age 21 (c)
A driver may be charged with Aggravated DUI if he/she
Involved in a DUI crash resulting in death/personal injury; Commit a DUI while driving a school bus; Receives a DUI after a previous history of reckless homicide (D)
A drivers license may be revoked for:
Leaving the scene of a crash that injured or killed someone; giving false information to the Secretary of State; reckless behavior involving a vehicle that leads to the injury or death of someone (D)
Drivers convicted of a mandatory insurance violation will:
Lose their driving privileges for 3 months (A)
for what distance should a continuous turn signal be given when making a left or right turn in a business or residential district?
No less than 100 feet (C)
When must a driver slow down for a school zone?
On school days between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. when children are present and signs are posted. (A)
what should drivers do when approaching a construction area
Slow down, stop all wireless telephone communications and yield the right away (B)
drivers are required to file proof of financial responsibility if:
They receive an unsatisfied court judgement related to a crash; license was suspended due to an uninsured crash; have been convicted of 3 or more insurance violations (D)
A car must have a horn that can be heard from a distance of 200 feet
True
A diamond-shaped sign warns drivers of possible hazards
True
A driver approaching a flashing red light must stop, yield the right of way to traffic and proceed when safe
True
A driver approaching a vehicle with a slow moving vehicle sign should slow down and only pass when safe and legal to do so.
True
A driver has 30 minutes to report a crash after it occurs.
True
A merge sign means drivers should be prepared to change lanes or allow other traffic to come into their lane
True
A parent or legal guardian may request that a driver's license of a minor be canceled at any time prior to the age of 18
True
A railroad cross-buck sign should be treated the same as a yield sign
True
After a train clears a crossing that has flashing signals, drivers may proceed after checking for a second train on another track and the lights have stopped flashing.
True
Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle crashes.
True
An orange sign means drivers should be alert, adjust their speed and be prepared to stop if necessary.
True
Illinois drivers under 16 are required to have at least 50 hours behind the wheel supervised driving before obtaining their driver's license
True
Illinois law requires that headlights be on when atmospheric conditions require the use of windshield wipers.
True
In order to obtain court supervision for a traffic violation, a minor must appear in court with a parent / legal guardian and attend a traffic safety school
True
It is illegal for a person under 21 to drive with any trace
True
Most rear-end crashes are caused by the vehicle in back following too closely.
True
Only vehicles displaying special plates or parking placards for persons with disabilities may park in spaces reserved for them by an official PARKING FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES sign.
True
Regardless of fault, a crash report must be filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash involves death, bodily injury or property damage of more than $1,500 (or more than $500 if a vehicle is uninsured).
True
The 3 second rules helps the driver determine a safe following distance
True