Illinois: Rules of the Road
How should a driver proceed if within an intersection waiting to make a left turn and the traffic signal light turn red?
Yield to oncoming traffic and complete the turn.
Within how many feet is a driver required to dim the headlights before meeting another vehicle?
500 feet
Class D
Any motor vehicle with a GVWR of 16,000 pounds or less, except those vehicles requiring a Class A, B or C driver's license or an L or M motorcycle license.
Hill Parking
Anytime you park on a hill, you should put the gear select in park and set the parking/emergency brake if necessary
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 then 100 feet before turning
(True/False) 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
(True/False) 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
(True/False) It is legal for anyone to talk on the phone if using a hands-free device while driving, unless you are under age of 19.
True
(True/False) It is permissible to make a right turn against a red signal light after stopping and yielding to other vehicle and pedestrians.
True
(True/False) Most rear-end collisions are caused by the vehicle in the back following too closely.
True
(True/False) Motorcyclists are entitled to use the full width of a traffic lane; therefore, a driver should pass a motorcycle the same way a driver would pass another vehicle.
True
(True/False) Regardless of fault, a crash must be filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash involves death, bodily injury or property damage of more than $1,500.
True
(True/False) 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
(True/False) 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
(True/False) 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.
True
(True/False) When approaching a stop sign that is not marked by a crosswalk, drivers should stop their vehicles before entering the intersection.
True
(True/False) 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 are extended.
True
(True/False) When passing another vehicle, a driver should wait until the entire car the driver just passed is visible in the rear-view mirror before turning back into the right-hand lane.
True
What should a driver do when approaching a traffic control signal that is not in operation?
Come to full stop and yield the right of way before entering the intersection.
What is the penalty for being convicted of illegally passing a stopped school bus?
Driving privileges or vehicle registration suspension.
(True/False) A driver may pass another vehicle by during on the shoulder of the road.
False
(True/False) A driver may proceed immediately when waiting at an intersection and the traffic signal light turns green.
False
(True/False) Drivers may pass on a two-lane roadway marked with a single solid yellow line on their side of the center line.
False
(True/False) During the Initial Licensing Phase, a teen driver is allowed only two passengers under age 20 in the vehicle during the first 12 months of licensing.
False
(True/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
(True/False) If a vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane), the driver should quickly apply the brakes.
False
(True/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
(True/False) If driving in fog, a driver should turn on the high-beam headlights to increase the field of vision.
False
(True/False) In urban areas, drivers moving out of an alley, building, private road or driveway need not come to a complete stop before entering the roadway of the roadway is clear of traffic.
False
(True/False) When experiencing a tire blowout, the driver should apply the brakes quickly and pull off the roadway to check the tire.
False
(True/False) An individual's during privileges may be suspended under which of the following conditions?
Illegally transporting alcohol twice in 12 months by a person over age 21.
(True/False) A driver must give the right or left turn signal when changing lanes.
True
(True/False) A parent or legal guardian may request that driver's license of a minor be canceled at any time prior to age 18.
True
(True/False) After making a proper stop and yielding to traffic or pedestrians within the intersection, it is permissible for drivers on a one-way street to turn left at a red light onto another one-way street that moves traffic to the left.
True
(True/False) Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle crashes.
True
(True/False) 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.
True
(True/False) 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
(True/False) 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
(True/False) Headlights must be lighted from sunset to sunrise.
True
If you park your vehicle facing uphill and there is a curb,
Turn the front wheels away from the curb.
If you park on a street with curbing and your vehicle is facing downhill,
Turn the front wheels toward the curb so your vehicle will row towards the curb.
If you park on a street without curbing,
Turning the wheels toward the side of the road on which you are parked.
