Permit Test

Which of the following is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle accidents? A. Alcohol B. Bad road conditions C. Bad weather conditions D. Mechanical Problems

A. Alcohol

Illinois law requires children under age 8 to be secured by a restraining system or seat belt when traveling in a motor vehicle: A. Anywhere in the vehicle. B. In the front seat only. C. In the back seat only. D. Never, this is not a law.

A. Anywhere in the vehicle.

If you MUST drive during foggy weather, you should turn on your low-beam head lights. A. Drive at a speed that will allow you to stop within your field of vision. B. Flash your lights routinely. C. Keep your foot on the brake so your taillights will be seen more easily.

A. Drive at a speed that will allow you to stop within your field of vision.

When driving along the highway and the front right wheel of your vehicle runs off the pavement, you should: A. Grasp the steering wheel tightly and take your foot off the accelerator. B. Apply the brakes immediately and swing back on to the pavement quickly. C. Quickly swing back onto the pavement at your normal speed.

A. Grasp the steering wheel tightly and take your foot off the accelerator.

When making a left or right turn in a business or residential district, a continuous signal to turn must be given : A. Not less than 100 feet before turning. B. At least 50 feet from the intersection C. Only when vehicles are coming towards you.

A. Not less than 100 feet before turning.

The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter because: A. There may be ice on bridges even when other pavements are clear B. The bridge surface is warmer. C. None of the above

A. There may be ice on bridges even when other pavements are clear

When driving on a slippery road and the rear end of your vehicle starts to skid, you should: A. Turn the front wheel in the direction of the skid. B. Hold the wheel firmly and steer straight ahead, braking gradually. C. Apply the brakes quickly.

A. Turn the front wheel in the direction of the skid.

When you come to a stop sign, you must stop your vehicle: A .As close to the stop sign as possible. B. At a marked stop line, before entering the crosswalk or before entering the intersection if there is no crosswalk. C. At a place near the intersection, providing you come to a complete stop.

B. At a marked stop line, before entering the crosswalk or before entering the intersection if there is no crosswalk.

A flashing red traffic signal light at an intersection means: A. You should be careful when going through the intersection. B. Exactly the same thing as a stop sign. C. An emergency vehicle is approaching from your rear.

B. Exactly the same thing as a stop sign.

When you are driving and one of your tires has a blowout, you should: A. Apply the brakes quickly and reduce speed B. Grip the steering wheel firmly, take your foot off the gas pedal, and let the vehicle slowdown before you drive onto the shoulder C. Quickly steer on to the right shoulder

B. Grip the steering wheel firmly, take your foot off the gas pedal, and let the vehicle slowdown before you drive onto the shoulder

A driver moving out of an alley, private road, or driveway within an urban area must: A. Stop only if there are vehicles coming B. Stop before reaching the sidewalk and yield to pedestrians and vehicles before proceeding. C. Honk his/her horn and exit quickly

B. Stop before reaching the sidewalk and yield to pedestrians and vehicles before proceeding.

When a right turn against a red signal light is allowed, the proper way to make the turn is : A. Turn quickly to get out of the way of other traffic. B. Stop, give the right-of-way to any persons or vehicles with in the Intersection. C. Stop, sound your horn to warn other traffic then make your turn.

B. Stop, give the right-of-way to any persons or vehicles with in the Intersection.

Most rear-end collisions are caused by: A. The vehicle in front stopping too quickly B. The vehicle in back following too closely. C. Dangerous road conditions.

B. The vehicle in back following too closely.

You are waiting at an intersection and the traffic light signal changes to green. You may then go ahead: A. Immediately. B. When you think it is safe to do so. C. After first yielding the right-of-way to any persons or vehicles that are with in the intersection.

C. After first yielding the right-of-way to any persons or vehicles that are with in the intersection

Illinois residents must : Insure the vehicle for liability. A. Carry proof of insurance in the vehicle. B. Produce proof of insurance when stopped for a traffic violation, during a random check, or if you are involved in a traffic accident. C. All of the above.

C. All of the above.

Motorcycles are entitled to the full width of a traffic lane, the same as a vehicle. Therefore, when you are driving a vehicle and want to pass a motorcycle, you should: A. Cautiously pass the motorcycle, sharing the same lane that is using. B. Follow the motorcycle without passing it. C. Do not pass the motorcycle in the same lane that it is using, but change lanes and pass the way you would pass another vehicle.

C. Do not pass the motorcycle the motorcycle in the same lane that it is using, but change lanes and pass the way you would pass another vehicle.

When approaching a railroad grade crossing that does NOT have any warning system (such as electric flashing lights or gates), you should: A. Increase speed and cross tracks as quickly as possible. B. Continue at your normal speed. C. Look, Listen, slow down in case you have to stop, and proceed when safe to do so.

C. Look, Listen, slow down in case you have to stop, and proceed when safe to do so.

When a traffic light shows both a red light and a green arrow in the direction you wish to turn, you: A. Must stop and remain stopped until the red light has changed. B. Have the right-of-way over pedestrians in turning the direction of the arrow. C. May proceed in the direction of the arrow with caution.

C. May proceed in the direction of the arrow with caution.

When an authorized emergency vehicle that is using its sirens and flashing lights approaches your vehicle, you should: A. Increase your speed. B. Continue at the same speed. C. Pull over to the right-hand edge of the highway and stop, if possible.

C. Pull over to the right-hand edge of the highway and stop, if possible.

If your vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane), you should: A. Turn your wheel slightly to the right and brake gently B. Turn your ignition off and coast to a stop. C. Take your foot off the accelerator and let your vehicle slowdown.

C. Take your foot off the accelerator and let your vehicle slowdown.

When a two-lane pavement is marked with a single, solid yellow line on your side of the center line: A. You must slow down and proceed with caution. B. Construction work is going on ahead, slow down. C. You must not cross the yellow line to pass another vehicle.

C. You must not cross the yellow line to pass another vehicle.

Your driver's license will be suspended if, after being arrested for a DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE of alcohol and or drugs (DUI): A. You take a chemical test (breath, blood, or urine) and register an amount of alcohol equal to or over the legal limit of intoxication (.08%) B. You refuse to take a chemical test (breath, blood, or urine) C. You take a chemical test and register any trace of controlled substance or cannabis (marijuana). D. All of the above

D. All of the above

A person who REFUSES to submit to a chemical test, or tests, of his/her blood, breath or urine for the purpose of determining the level of alcohol and/or drug content: A. Will receive a driver's license suspension for 12 months on first offense. B. Will receive a driver's license suspension for 36 months for second or more refusals with in a 5 year period. C. May have this used as evidence against him/her in court if charged with DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI). D. All of the above.

D. All of the above.

Headlights are required: A. From dusk to dawn. B. During periods of poor visibility. C. When weather conditions require the use of windshield wipers. D. All of the above.

D. All of the above.

In order to reinstate full driving privileges after a DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI) revocation, a person must; A. Submit to professional assessment of alcohol and/or drug use and attend a remedial or rehabilitation program. B. Carry high risk auto insurance for three years. Be approved for reinstatement by the Secretary of State's of Administrative Hearing and pay reinstatement fee. C. Wait a minimum of one year. D. All of the above

D. All of the above.

When a school bus is stopped on a two-lane or four-lane highway and its red warning light are flashing and its stop signal arm is extended, you must: A. Stop before meeting or overtaking a school bus loading or unloading passengers on a two-lane highway. B. You do not always need to stop when meeting a stopped bus on a roadway with four or more lanes if at least 2 lanes of traffic travel in the opposite direction. C. You do not need to stop if you are traveling on a four-lane highway in the opposite direction of a school bus, but you should drive cautiously. D. All of the above.

D. All of the above.

Your driving privileges will be revoked in the State of Illinois if you are convicted of: A. Leaving the scene of an accident in which you are involved as a driver. B. Street Racing C. Driving or being in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other drug (including prescription drugs that may impair driving ability) and/or combination thereof. D. All of the above. E. None of the above

D. All of the above.

It is legal for you to pass on the shoulder of the road. True False

FALSE

Drivers are NOT permitted to wear headsets or have a television receiver visible from the drivers seat. True False

TRUE

If you are convicted of passing a school bus that is receiving or discharging passengers, you may lose your drivers license for 3 months. TRUE FALSE

TRUE

If you are under 17 and you drive after nighttime driving restriction hours, you must have a parent, legal guardian or someone 18 years of age or older with you. Your parents or legal guardian must approve of the person. If these conditions are net met, your license will not be valid during these hours. True False

TRUE

It is unlawful for any person to leave the roadway and travel across private property to avoid an official traffic control vehicle. True False

TRUE

Many intersection accidents occur because drivers FAIL to slow down and look carefully to the left and right before entering the intersection. True False

TRUE

Motorcycles though smaller and lighter in weight, have the same right-of-way privileges as other vehicles. Special observance should be given to motorcyclists when they approach an in intersection, a railroad crossing, bridge or when in bad weather. True False

TRUE

The driver and front seat passengers (age 8 and above) are required to wear seat safety belts while riding in a motor vehicle on Illinois roadways. True False

TRUE

When headlights are required, bright lights should be dimmed at least 500 feet before meeting and 300 feet before overtaking another vehicle. TRUE FALSE

TRUE

When passing another vehicle, you should not cut back into the right lane until you can see the vehicle that you just passed in your rear view mirror. TRUE FALSE

TRUE

With few exceptions, a person may not drive a motor vehicle (even if borrowed or rented for a short period of time) unless the operator holds a valid driver's license that is properly classified for that kind of vehicle and type of vehicle. True False

TRUE

You are required by law to yield the right-of- way to an authorized vehicle engaged in highway construction or maintenance that is displaying amber (yellow) oscillating, rotating or flashing lights. TRUE FALSE

TRUE