Drivers Ed State Written Exam
You are waiting at an intersection and the traffic light changes to green. You may then go ahead
After first yielding the right away to any persons or vehicles that are within the intersection
When there are flashing lights signals at a railroad crossing and the train clears the crossing how soon you should proceed?
After you check to make sure another train is not approaching on the other track
You are required by law to yield the right of way to any authorized vehicle engaged in highway construction or maintenance that is displaying amber (yellow) oscillating, rotating or flashing lights
False
The speed limit for alleys is 20mph
False (it's 15)
Before a driver can regain driving privileges after losing them because of an unsatisfied judgement suspension resulting from failure to pay for the damages from a crash the driver must file proof of financial responsibility with the Secretary of State's Office
True
Drivers are not permitted to wear headsets of have a television receiver visible from the driver's seat
True
Drivers who have vision restrictions noted on their driver's license must always wear glasses or contacts when driving
True
Driving privileges may be revoked for giving false info to the Secretary of State
True
If convicted of passing a school bus that is receiving or discharging passengers you may lose your license for at least 3 months
True
The speed limit for city/town areas is 30 mph
True
When a motorist is turning right and a bicyclist is approaching on the right, let the bicyclist go through the intersection first before making a right turn
True
When headlights are required bright lights should be dimmed at least 500 ft before meeting and 300 ft before overtaking another vehicle
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 rearview mirror
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 Drivers License that is properly classified for that kind and type of vehicle
True
Your license can not be renewed before you your 21st bday
True
it is illegal for persons under 21 to drive with any trace of alcohol or burgs in their systems
True
When driving on a slippery road and the rear end of your vehicle starts to skid you should
Turn the front wheels in the directions of the skid
If your vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane) you should
Turn your wheel slightly to the right and brake gently
When making a left turn in a business or residential district, a continuous signal to turn must be given
A.) Not less then 100 ft before turning
What is the fee to get your Original (learners) Instruction Permit?
$20
The instruction permit is valid for _____ months and must be held for at least _____ months prior to obtaining a Driver's License when you are ages 16 or older.
- instruction permit is valid for *24* months - must be held for at least *9* months
When applying for your Driver's License you must have a minimum of ________ hours of behind-the-wheel practice time, including ______ hours at night.
- must have a minimum of *50* hours of behind the wheel practice time - including *10* hours at night
Any applicant found cheating on any portion of the written exam will be failed for that portion of the exam and prohibited from retaking the written exam for ______ days
30
Drivers moving to IL fro out of state may use their valid Driver's License from their home state for _______ days
90 days
Class D
Any motor vehicle w/ a GVWR of 16,000 lbs or less, except those vehicles requiring a Class A, B, or C driver's license or an L or M motorcycle license
Class L
Any motor-driven cycle w/ less than 150cc displacement
Class M
Any motorcycle or motor-driven cycle
When you come to a stop sign you must stop your vehicle:
At a marked stop line, before entering the crosswalk or before entering the intersection if there is no crosswalk
When a right turn against a red light is allowed, the proper way to make the turn is to:
B.) Stop, give the right-of-way to any persons or vehicles within the intersection then cautiously make your turn
Motorcycles are entitled to use the full width of traffic lane the same as a vehicle. Therefore when you are driving a vehicle and want to pass a motorcycle you should
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
IL law requires children under age 8 to be secured by a restraining system or seat belt when traveling in a motor vehicle
C.) In the back seat only
When an authorized emergency vehicle that is using its siren and flashing lights approaches your vehicles, you should
C.) Pull over to the right-handed edge of the highway and stop if possible
What is the Chicago Curfew Law and how does it affect your driving privileges during your permit phase and initial licensing phase
Chicago Curfew Law is the nighttime driving restrictions. During the permit and initial licensing phase it limits the times you can be driving.
CDL
Commercial Drivers License, not official —for vehicles over 16,000 lbs
If you must drive during foggy weather you should turn on the low beam headlights and:
Drive at speed that will allow you to stop within your field of vision
A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means:
Exactly the same thing as a stop sign
A driver does not need to allow as much distance when following a motorcycle as when following a car
False
A driver may commit one traffic law violation during the driving portion of the driver's license examen and pass
False
During the Initial Licensing Phase, a teen driver is allowed only two passengers under the age of 20 in the vehicle during the first 12 months of licensing
False
It is legal to pass on the shoulder of the road
False
Regardless of fault, a crash report must be filled by the driver of a vehicle if the crash involves death, body injury or property damage over $500
False
If you are under 17 and you drive after curfew 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 not met your license will not be valid during those hours.
False (person with you MUST be 21)
What is the Fee to get your basic (1st) Driver's License?
Free
When driving along the highway and the front right wheel of your vehicle runs off the pavement you should
Grasp the steering wheel tightly and take your foot off the accelerator
When you are driving and on of ur tires blowout you should:
Grip the steering wheel firmly take your foot off the gas pedal and let the vehicle slow down before you drive onto the shoulder
To apply for Drivers License before reaching that age of 18, what do you need to complete and what do you need to bring with you to get your license?
Instruction permit, acceptable forms of identification, affidavit/ consent for a minor to drive, cooperative driver testing certificate, and 50 hour driving log with proper signature
When approaching a railroad grade crossing that does NOT have ANY warning system (such as electro flashing lights or gates) you should:
Look, listen, slow down in case you have to stop and proceed when safe to do so
When a traffic light shows both red lights and green arrow in the direction you wish to turn, you:
May proceed in the direction of the arrow with caution
A driver moving out of an alley, private road or driveway within a urban area must:
Stop before reaching the sidewalk and yield to pedestrian and vehicles before proceeding
If you are convicted of Driver's License/ID fraud what is the penalty?
The penalty is possible imprisonment of up to 5 years and a 12 month suspension or revocation of driving privileges, and subject to arrest.
Most rear end collisions are caused by:
The vehicle in back following too closely
The road surface of a bridge maybe dangerous in winter because:
There may be ice on the bridge even when other pavements are clear
What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body?
Time
A licensed driver in the State of Illinois is required by law to notify the Secretary of State's office within 10 days of a change of address by writing the office or visiting a Driver's Services Facility or accessing the Secretary of State Website
True
A minor driver must attend traffic safety course or remedial traffic education in order to obtain court supervision for a traffic violation
True
A parent or legal guardian may request that the driver's license of a minor be canceled at any time prior to age of 18
True
It is unlawful for any person to leave the roadway and travel across private property to avoid an official traffic control device?
True
Many intersection accidents occur because drivers FAIL to slow down and look carefully to the left and right before entering the intersection
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 intersection, a rail road crossing bridge or when bad weather occurs
True
Motorcyclist 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
The driver and front-seat passenger (age 8 and above are required to wear seat safety belts while riding in a motor vehicle on IL roadways.
True
When a two lane pavement marked with a single, solid yellow line on your side of the center line:
You must not cross the yellow line to pass another vehicle
What do you do if you are parking up hill with a curb?
You turn the wheels away from the curb
What do you do if you are parking down hill w/ a curb?
You turn the wheels to the curb
Which of the following is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle accidents?
alcohol
When a school bus is stopped on a two-lane or four lane highway and its red warning lights are flashing and its stop arm is extended you must:
— Stop before meeting or overtaking a school bus loading or unloading passengers on a two lane highway — you do not always need to stop when meet a stopped bus on the roadway with four or more lanes if at least 2 lanes of traffic travel in the opposite direction — 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
In order to reinstate full driving privileges after a UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI) revocation a person must:
— Submit to professional assessment of alcohol and/or drug use and attend a remedial or rehabilitation program — Carry high risk auto insurance for three years — Be approved for reinstatement by the Secretary of State's Administration Hearing and paying reinstatement fee
A person who REFUSES to submit to a chemical test of his/her blood, breath or urine for the purpose of determining the level of alcohol and/or drug content:
— Will receive a driver's license suspension of 6 months on first offense — Will receive a driver's license suspension of 36 months for second or more refusals within a 5 yr period — May have this used as evidence against him/her in court if charged with DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI)
Your driver's license will be suspended if after being arrested for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI)
— You take a chemical test (breath, blood or urine) and registered an amount of alcohol to or over the legal level of intoxication (0.8%) — You refuse to take a chemical test (breath, blood or urine) — You take a chemical test and register any trace of controlled substance or cannabis (marijuana)
IL residents must:
— insure their vehicles for liability — carry proof of insurance in the vehicle — produce proof of insurance when stopped for a traffic violation during random check or it your are involved in a traffic accident
Your driving privileges will be revoked in the State of IL if you are convicted of:
— leaving the scene of accident in which you are involved as a driver if the accident results in death or personal injury — Drag Racing — Driving or being in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs (including prescription drugs that may impair driving ability) and/or combinations thereof
Headlights are required:
—from dusk to dawn — during periods of poor visibility —when weather conditions require the use of windshield wipers
