Multiple Choice and True or False Rules of the Road

If a traffic light shows both a red light and a green arrow at the same time, a driver may not turn in the direction of the arrow until the red light has changed.(T or F)

False

If a vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane), the driver should quickly apply the brakes.(T or F)

False

If a vehicle starts to skid, the driver should apply the brakes and steer in the opposite direction of the skid.(T or F)

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.(T or F)

False

In urban areas, drivers moving out of an alley, building, private road or driveway do not need to come to a complete stop before entering the roadway if the roadway is clear of traffic.(T or F)

False

It is permissible for anyone to wear a headset while driving.(T or F)

False

It is permissible to pass on a two-lane, twoway roadway within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing.(T or F)

False

Motorcycles are not allowed to use of an entire lane of traffic.(T or F)

False

Taillights are not required to be illuminated after dark.(T or F)

False

When driving in fog a driver should turn on the high-beam headlights to increase the field of vision.(T or F)

False

When experiencing a tire blowout, the driver should immediately apply the brakes and quickly pull off the side of the road.(T or F)

False

Where should you stop your vehicle at a stop sign?

Solid white line

When are flashing red signal lights used?

Stop sign

It's against the law to pass a school bus on a two-lane road picking up passengers.(T or F)

True

It's unlawful to travel over private property to avoid an intersection.(T or F)

True

Most rear-end collisions are caused by the vehicle in back following too closely.(T or F)

True

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.(T or F)

True

When a motorist is turning right and a bicyclist is approaching on the right, the motorist must allow the bicyclist to go through the intersection first before making the turn.(T or F)

True

If a driver behind you repeatedly flashes his or her headlights, you should

get out of the way

Passing another vehicle is allowed

on a one-way street

Blue

-guide

Brown

-guide

Green

-guide

Black & White

-regulatory

Red

-regulatory

Orange

-warning

Yellow

-warning

What is the maximum speed limit in school zones?

20 mph

What is the maximum speed limit in residential areas?

25 mph

Under ideal conditions, how many seconds of space should be between your vehicle and the vehicle in front?

3-4 seconds

What is the maximum speed limit in Cities, towns, suburbs?

30 mph

Within how many feet is a driver required to dim the highbeams before meeting another vehicle?

500 feet

What is the maximum speed limit in rural areas?

55 mph

Illinois law requires children under age 8 to be secured by a restraining system or seat belt when traveling in a motor vehicle.

Anywhere in the vehicle

When parking uphill, which direction should your wheels be pointed?

Away from the curb

What is the law that requires you to drive no faster than is safe for existing conditions?

Basic speed law

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 and 50 feet

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

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

What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

Ease off Gas, Steer into Skid

A driver does not need to allow as much distance when following a motorcycle as when following a car.(T or F)

False

A driver may pass another vehicle by driving on the shoulder of the road.(T or F)

False

After being pulled over by law enforcement, a driver should immediately exit the vehicle and quickly approach the officer's squad car.(T or F)

False

At night, headlights should be dimmed 300' before oncoming car, 500' before overtaking vehicle.(T or F)

False

Drivers are not required to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk.(T or F)

False

Drivers may pass on a two-lane roadway marked with a single solid yellow line on their side of the center line.(T or F)

False

What causes most rear-end collisions?

Following too closely

Which should be used in foggy driving conditions high-beams or low beams?

Low beams

Is it legal to pass on the shoulder of a road?

No

For what distance should a continuous turn signal be given when making a left or right turn in a business or residential district?

Not less than 100 feet before turning

When must a driver slow down for a school zone?

On school days between 7 a.m. and 4p.m. when children are present and signs are posted

What should you do when an emergency vehicle approaches with sirens and flashing lights?

Pull over

What should drivers do when approaching a construction area?

Slow down, stop all wireless telephone communications and yield the right of way

What does a single solid yellow line mean on your side of the road?

That you cannot pass the driver in front of you.

What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body?

Time

A driver must give the right- or left-turn signal when changing lanes.(T or F)

True

A driver whose license has 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 his/her license.(T or F)

True

A parent or legal guardian may request that the driver's license of a minor be canceled at any time prior to age 18.(T or F)

True

A railroad crossing sign should be treated the same as a yield sign.(T or F)

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.(T or F)

True

After making a complete stop and yielding to traffic or pedestrians within the intersection, it is permissible for drivers on a oneway street to turn left at a red light onto another one-way street that moves traffic to the left.(T or F)

True

Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle crashes.(T or F)

True

Before a driver can regain driving privileges after losing them for failure to pay for damages caused by a crash, the driver must file proof of financial responsibility with the Secretary of State's office.(T or F)

True

Cellphone use while driving is permitted as long as the driver is using a hands-free device.(T or F)

True

Drivers who become stranded in blizzard conditions should remain in their vehicles.(T or F)

True

Driving privileges may be revoked for giving false information to the Secretary of State's office.(T or F)

True

If a driver is arrested for DUI and refuses to submit to testing, driving privileges will be suspended for 12 months.(T or F)

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.(T or F)

True

If the front right wheel of a vehicle runs off the pavement, a driver should ease off the accelerator, allow the vehicle to slow down and gently steer back onto the pavement.(T or F)

True

If you are involved in a traffic crash, you should stop your vehicle in a safe, well-lighted public place that does not obstruct traffic, if able to do so.(T or F)

True

Illinois law requires that headlights be on when atmospheric conditions require the use of windshield wipers.(T or F)

True

It is illegal for persons under age 21 to drive with any trace of alcohol or drugs in their system.(T or F)

True

It is permissible to make a right turn against a red signal light after stopping and yielding to other vehicles and pedestrians.(T or F)

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.(T or F)

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).(T or F)

True

Slow vehicles should use the right-hand lane except when passing or making a left turn.(T or F)

True

The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter due to becoming icy while the rest of the roadway remains clear.(T or F)

True

The three-second rule helps the driver determine a safe following distance.(T or F)

True

Unless authorized to do so, drivers may not break into the line of a funeral procession.(T or F)

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.(T or F)

True

When approaching a disabled pedestrian using a guide dog, white cane or other assistive device, a driver should yield the right of way.(T or F)

True

When approaching a railroad crossing that has no warning signals (such as electric flashing lights or gates), a driver should look, listen and slow down.(T or F)

True

When following a vehicle at night it is important to dim your high beams.(T or F)

True

When on a two-lane roadway, drivers must stop their vehicle if approaching a stopped school bus with its red warning lights flashing and stop signal arm extended.(T or F)

True

When parked, 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.(T or F)

True

When passing another vehicle, a driver should wait until the entire car being passed is visible in the rearview mirror before turning back into the right-hand lane.(T or F)

True

When waiting at an intersection and the traffic signal light turns green, a driver should look to the left and then right before proceeding into the intersection.(T or F)

True

Your car must have a horn that can be heard from a distance of 200 feet.(T or F)

True

Your driving privileges will be suspended if you are convicted of illegally passing a stopped school bus.(T or F)

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

What does an orange diamond shape warn drivers of?

construstion ahead

When following a truck at night, you should always

dim your headlights

3 funtions of traffic signs:

regulate warn guide