PERMIT 2
If a traffic signal 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.
False.
Within how may feet is a driver required to dim the headbeams before meeting another vehicle.
500ft
If a vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane), the driver should quickly apply the brakes.
False.
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 ft
WHEN BEING APPROACHED BY AN EMERGENCY VEHICLE YOU MUST...
By Illinois law, when you are being approached by an emergency vehicle using audible and visual signals, you must immediately pull over to the right side of the road and allow the emergency vehicle to pass.
If a vehicle starts to skid, the driver should apply the brakes and steer in the opposite direction of the skid.
False.
Taillights are not required to be illuminated after dark.
False
When driving in a fog a driver should turn on the high beam lights to increase the field of vision.
False
When experiencing a tire blowout the driver should immediately apply the brakes and quickly pull off the side of the road.
False
DRIVES DON'T HAVE TO YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS ON A CROSSWALK
False.
When approaching a railroad crossing that has no warning signals a driver should...
Slowdown, look and listen.
SLOWER TRAFFIC SHOULD DRIVE ON...
Slower traffic must drive in the right lane. The left lane is for passing and making left turns.
What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body?
Time.
WHen following a vehicle at night it is important to dim your highbeams.
True
ROUTE MARKER SIGN
This sign tells you to turn right to go west on Route 22
YOU CAN'T MAKE A U-TURN ON CURVES AND HILLS UNLESS YOU CAN SEE FOR AT LEAST __FT IN ALL DIRECTIONS
500ft. You must not make a U-turn on curves and hills unless you can see for at least 500 feet in all directions.
IN ILLINOIS, THE MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT ON THE INTERSTATE, TOLLWAYS, FREEWAYS, AND SOME FOUR-LANE HIGHWAYS UNLESS POSTED OTHERWISE IS...
70Mph
NO BICYCLES ON THIS ROAD
A red circle with a diagonal red slash means "no." The picture of the bicycle behind the slash means that bicycles are not allowed.
NO PASSING
A sign shaped like a pennant indicates that no passing is allowed in this area.
YOU SHOULD MAINTAIN A FOLLOWING DISTANCE OF ___ SECONDS AFTER A MOTORCYCLE
Allow at least three to four seconds' following distance behind a motorcycle to give the motorcyclist enough time to maneuver in an emergency. In dry conditions, motorcycles can stop more quickly than a car.
SPEED SHOULD BE REDUCED BELOW THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT FOR:
Being in bad weather conditions (or just unfavorable) or when approaching and crossing an intersection.
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.
IF BY MISTAKE YOU MISS YOUR EXIT ON AN EXPRESSWAY, YOU MUST...
Continue to the next exit, if you go past your exit, you must go on to the next exit. Backing up on expressways is dangerous and against the law.
DOUBLE SOLID WHITE LINES
Double solid white lines separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. They are often used to separate a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane from other lanes. Crossing a double solid white line is prohibited.
IF YOU SUDDENLY HAVE NO CONTROL OVER THE STEERING WHEEL YOU SHOULD...
Ease your foot off the gas pedal. Turn on your emergency flashers and allow your vehicle to come to a slow stop. Brake very gently to prevent your vehicle from spinning.
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
A DRIVER CAN PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE BY DRIVING ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD.
False
A driver doesn't need to allow as much distance when following a motorcycle as when following a car.
False
After being pulled over by law enforcement a driver should quickly the drivers squad car,
False
Drivers may pass on a two-lane roadway marked with a single solid yellow line on their side of the center line.
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
False
BY LAW, A DRIVER WHO CAUSES ANY BODILY HARM TO A CHILD IN A SCHOOL CROSSING ZONE IS SUBJECT TO...
Fines, suspension of driving or imprisonment. A driver who causes bodily harm to a child or crossing guard in a school crossing zone is subject to imprisonment, a fine of up to $25,000, and a minimum one-year suspension of driving privileges.
IF A DRIVER IS REPEATEDLY FLASHING THEIR HEADLIGHTS YOU SHOULD...
Get out of the way, aggressive driving is the operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger persons or property. If you notice a driver behind you repeatedly flashing his or her headlights, you should not retaliate or engage the other driver in any way. Get out of the driver's way and allow him or her to pass.
CAR CRASH??
If you are involved in a crash that causes damage to an unattended vehicle (no driver or passenger is present) or other property, you must stop your vehicle in an area away from traffic and leave your name, address, phone number, and license plate number on the vehicle or property. If you cannot find the owner, notify the police and complete all required crash reports. Next Question
AT NIGHT OR IN POOR VISIBILITY, LOADS EXTENDING 4 FT OR MORE TO THE REAR OF A VEHICLE MUST HAVE A RED LIGHT THAT IS VISIBLE FOR ___FT
In daytime, loads extending four feet or more to the rear of a vehicle must be marked with a red flag. At night or when visibility is poor, the load must be marked with a red light that is visible for 500 feet.
ALCOHOL LEVEL
It is illegal to drive if your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08% or more. However, you can be convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) if your BAC is less than 0.08% and your driving ability is impaired
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 100ft before turning
PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE IS ALLOWED WHEN...
On a one-way street or a roadway with two or more clear lanes in each direction, you may pass on either the left or right (but not on the shoulder).
WHEN MUST A DRIVER FOR A SCHOOL ZONE?
On school days between 7 and 4 when children are present and signs are posted.
YOU ARE ALLOWED TO DRIVE ON THE LEFT SIDE OF A MULTILANE HIGHWAY WHEN YOU ARE...
Passing another vehicle, avoiding an obstruction, or turning left. Driving on the left side is legal only in some cases, such as on one-way streets and while passing.
YOU ARE ALLOWED TO PASS ON A TWO-WAY TWO-LANE ROAD WAY WHEN...
Passing is only allowed when you are 200+ away from an intersection. Passing is not allowed within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing. Passing is not allowed in a school zone or when a vehicle has stopped at a crosswalk or intersection to allow a pedestrian to cross.
THE YELLOW TRAFFIC SIGNAL MEANS YOU SHOULD
Proceed with caution.
AS YOU APPROACH A CURVE YOU SHOULD....
Reduce your speed, do not brake suddenly in the curve because this may cause skidding or locked wheels. Never drive over the center line.
IF YOU SKID WHILE HYDROPLANING YOU SHOULD...
Release the accelerator. Hydroplaning tends to occur at speeds over 35 mph. When driving in rain, avoid hydroplaning by slowing down. If you skid while hydroplaning, try to regain control of the vehicle by steering into the skid. Otherwise, release the accelerator and ride out the skid.
WHAT SHOULD DRIVERS DO WHEN APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION?
Slow Down, stop all wireless telephone communications and yield right of way.
IF A RAILROAD CROSSING HAS NO WARNING DEVICES OR SIGNALS OR ONLY A CROSSBUCK SIGN YOU SHOULD...
Slow down and proceed with caution.
WHO HAS THE RIGHT OF WAY WHEN MORE THAT ONE VEHICLE ARRIVES AT A 4 WAY STOP?...
The first vehicle to stop should be the first to go. When two vehicles on different roadways arrive at a four-way stop at the same time, the vehicle on the left should yield to the vehicle on the right.
SPEED ZONE AHEAD
The larger sign tells you that a speed zone is ahead. The smaller sign indicates what the speed limit will be.
SPEEDING IN A CONSTRUCTION ZONE WITH NO WORKERS FOR YOUR FIRST OFFENSE THE FINE IS..
The minimum fine for speeding in a construction zone whether or not workers are present is $375 for a first offense and $1,000 for a repeat offense.
WHEN DRIVING AT 20MPH ON A HIGHWAY YOU SHOULD DRIVE IN...
The right lane normal speeds for slow-moving vehicles may range from 5 mph to 20 mph. Slower traffic must drive in the right lane. The left lane is for passing and making left turns.
WINDING ROAD AHEAD
The shape of the arrow tells you about the winding road ahead. The road indicated by this sign will soon curve right, then left, then right again.
Most rear end collisions are caused by:
The vehicle in back following too closely
If a driver is arrested for DUI and refuses to submit to testing, ...
Their driving privileges will be suspended for up to 12 months (a year)
SLOW-MOVING VEHICLE
This emblem is displayed on the rear of every slow-moving vehicle (defined in Illinois as a vehicle with a top speed of no more than 20 mph). You must slow down when approaching a slow-moving vehicle.
A TWO WAY LEFT TURN LANE
This regulatory sign indicates a two-way left turn lane in the center of a highway. The two-way left turn lane is also marked with yellow lines and white turning arrows.
OUTSIDE OF A SHARP CURVE
This sign warns you of a change in direction or narrowing of the road. You may find several of these signs on the outside of a sharp curve or on approaches to a narrow bridge.
TWO WAY ROAD SIGN
This warning sign warns you that you are leaving a divided roadway and will be driving on a two-way roadway.
A DRIVER MUST GIVE THE RIGHT- OR LEFT -TURN SIGNAL WHEN CHANGING LANES.
True
A drivers whose license has been revoked due to a dui must meet several requirements, including an evaluation for alcohol and drug problems and paying a reinstatement fee to regain their license.
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
Drivers who become stranded in blizzard conditions should remain in their vehicles.
True
Driving privileges may be revoked for giving false information to the Secretary of State.
True
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WHEN PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE A DRIVER SHOULD WAIT UNTIL THE ENTIRE CAR BEING PASSED IS VISIBLE IN THE REARVIEW MIRROR BEFORE TURNING BACK TO THE RIGHT HAND LANE
True
IT IS PERMISSIBLE TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN AGAINST A RED SIGNAL LIGHT AFTER STOPPING AND YIELDING
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.
True
Illinois law requires that headlights be on when atmospheric conditions require the use of windshield wipers.
True
SLOW VEHICLES SHOULD USE THE RIGHT HAND LANE WHEN PASSING OR MAKING A LEFT TURN.
True
The 3 second rule helps the driver determine a safe following distance.
True
The railroad crossing sign should e treated the same as a yield sign.
True
Unless authorized to do so drivers may not break into the line of funeral procession.
True
When parked drivers may open car doors on the sie in which traffic is moving only when it can be done safely, and without interfering with traffic.
True
YOUR DRIVING WILL SUSPENDED IF YOU'RE CONVICTED OF ILLEGALLY PASSING A STOPPED SCHOOL BUSS
True
is arrested with a blood alcohol concentration of .08 or more driving privilege may be at least 6 months.
True
A MINOR CAN GET THEIR DRIVERS LICENSE CANCELLED BY THEIR GUARDIAN AT ANY TIME...?
True, Until they turn 18 .
AFTER MAKING A COMPLETE 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.
Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle crashes.
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.
True.
It is illegal to drive with any trace of alcohol or drugs in the system below the age of 21.
True.
It is permissible to pass on a two-lane, two-way roadway within 100ft of an intersection or railroad crossing.
True.
Motorcycles 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.
True.
Only vehicles displaying special plates or parking placards for person with disabilities may park in spaces reserved for them by an official parking for person with disabilities sign.
True.
Regardless of faults, a crash report must be filed by the driver of the vehicle if the crash involves death, bodily injury or property damage of more than 1,500 (or more than 500 if the vehicle is uninsured,)
True.
The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in the winter due to becoming icy while the rest of the roadway remains clear.
True.
WHEN ON A TWO LANE ROADWAY, DRIVERS MUST STOP THEIR VEHICLE IF APPROACHING A STOPPED SCHOOL BUS WITH ITS RED WARNING LIGHTS FLASHING A STOP SIGNAL ARM EXTENDED.
True.
WHEN WAITING AT AN INTERSECTION AND THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL TURNS GREEN, A DRIVER SHOULD LOOK TO THE LEFT AND HEN RIGHT BEFORE PROCEEDING INTO THE INTERSECTION.
True.
When approaching a pedestrian with a disability, cane or guide dog, a driver should yield right of the way.
True.
Your car must have a horn that can be heard from a distance of 200 feet.
True.
if you are involved in a traffic crash you should stop your vehicle in a safe, well -lighted public place that doesn't obstruct traffic, if able to do so.
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.
Ture
IN ILLINOIS EVERY CHILD PASSENGER UNDER THE AGE OF __ MUST BE SECURED IN AN APPROPRIATE CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Under Illinois law, every child passenger under the age of 8 must be secured in an appropriate child restraint system attached to the rear seat of the vehicle.
TO SLOW DOWN OR STOP
Use hand signals if your vehicle's turn signals are not working. For a right turn, your hand and arm should be bent at 90 degrees and pointing up. For a left turn, your hand and arm should be extended straight out to the left. To slow down or stop, your hand and arm should be bent at 90 degrees and pointing down.
WHEN DRIVING IN FOG, YOU SHOULD
Use low beam headlights, Droplets of moisture from fog or rain tend to reflect the bright light of high-beam headlights, causing glare.
CELLPHONES ARE ALLOWED AS LONG AS THE DRIVER IS...
Using a hands free device.
WHEN FOLLOWING A TRUCK AT NIGHT YOU SHOULD ALWAYS...
When following any vehicle at night, always dim your headlights. This is especially important when following a truck. Bright lights will blind the driver of the large vehicle because they reflect off the large side mirrors.
A DRIVER MUST YIELD IN ALL OF THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS EXCEPT...
When roads curve to the left or right.
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.
WHEN YOU ARE TURNING LEFT AND THEIR IS A BICYCLIST ENTERING THE INTERSECTION, FROM THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION YOU SHOULD...
You must yield the right of way to oncoming traffic.
WHEN YOU SEE A PEDESTRIAN CROSSING AN UNMARKED CROSSWALK WHERE THERE ARE NO TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNALS YOU SHOULD...
You must yield the right of way to pedestrians when they are in a marked or unmarked crosswalk on your side of the roadway and there are no traffic control signals.
DETOUR
You see this sign when the road ahead is closed This sign directs you to an alternative route that has been established because the regular road is closed.