Illinois DMV Driving Test

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1. What statement about expressway driving is false? If you missed your exit, pull on to the shoulder, and carefully back up to the exit. Allow plenty of distance between you car and the vehicle ahead of you. Slower moving traffic should stay in the right lane Always use your turn signals before changing lanes. Always check your mirrors before changing lanes.

2. In which of the following conditions do motorcycles operate differently than other motor vehicles? All of the listed answers are correct. On gravel roads. When there are wind gusts When roads are wet.

3. When waiting to make a left turn, you should give the right-of-way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction: Until at least two vehicles have passed. Until dangerously close cars have passed. Until all of the cars have passed. Until your traffic signal starts changing to red, then you have to make a turn even if there are vehicles in the intersection.

4. Which of these is a safe driving practice? Checking your rearview mirrors frequently. Staring at the road ahead of your vehicle. Using your high-beam lights in the fog. Tailgating.

5. If five or more vehicles are following you on a narrow two-lane road, you should: Continue driving because you have the right of way. Pull off the road when it is safe and let them pass. Move to the right side of your lane and drive slowly. Turn your emergency indicators on.

6. Two sets of solid double yellow lines two feet or more apart: May only be crossed to enter a private driveway. Should be treated like a solid wall and not be crossed. Denote a lane for beginning or ending left-hand turns. Denote a center turn lane.

7. The correct hand signal to indicate a left turn is Hand and arm extended backward. Hand and arm extended upward. Hand and arm extended downward Hand and arm extended outward.

8. If someone is following you too closely, you must Increase your speed. Move into the left lane. Slow down and encourage the driver to pass Discourage this action and do not allow the driver to pass.

9. You are driving above the speed limit posted in a construction zone where no workers are present. the traffic citation you receive for the first offense will be $1,000 $375 $500 None of the above.

10. Who can use a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle? Any illinois driver over 18 who is using a hands-free device. Nobody can use a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle. Any illinois driver over 18 Any illinois driver who is using a hands-free device. Any illinois driver.

11. If you have had 3 beers in the past hour, about how long will it take for all the alcohol to leave your blood stream? One hour. Two hours. Three hours.

12. How much time should you allow in following distance when driving behind a motorcycle? 4 to six seconds. Eight to ten seconds. One to two seconds. Five to seven seconds. Three to 4 seconds.

13. Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content) The breathalyzer is a test of a person's bac. A chemical test for BAC is needed for an alcohol conviction. Bac levels are reduced by a person's physical fitness After drinking, coffee or a cold shower will lower your bac.

14. Drivers on an express highway should avoid 'highway hypnosis' by Continuously talking on the cell phone. Continually moving the car from one lane to another. Listening to very loud music Continually shifting eyes from one area of the roadway to another.

15. When must you stop at a controlled railroad crossing? When instructed to do so by a police officer. When the gate is lowered or the signal lights are flashing. You must always stop at a railroad crossing When the gate is lowered. When the signal lights are flashing.

16. If no changes are required, what must an applicant present to renew his/her illinois driver's license or id card? All of the answers listed. Proof of address. Social security card Current illinois driver's license or id card. Birth certificate.

17. Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol Decreases blood alcohol content. Cancels the effect of the alcohol. Has no effect on blood alcohol content Increases blood alcohol content.

18. If you are stopped, intending to turn left, but oncoming vehicles are approaching, you should: Turn immediately if there are no pedestrians nearby. Give the oncoming vehicles the right-of-way. Turn because you have the right-of-way. Keep driving, until you can find a safer place to make a turn.

19. More than ____ % of motorcycle collisions occur at intersections. 50 75 90 80

20. What can protect a motorcyclist in a collision? A helmet, eye protection, boots, gloves and enduring clothing. None of the answers listed. There is nothing that can protect a motorcyclist during a collision Only their helmet. Only the face protection area of the helmet.

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To operate a motorcycle in Illinois, you must have a valid Class M or Class L license. You can receive a license from a Secretary of State (SOS) facility. A Class L license permits you to drive motorcycles, motorbikes, mopeds, and scooters that are 150cc or less. A Class M license allows to you operate any type of motorcycle. Minors can apply for a 24-month motorcycle instruction permit to operate motorbikes that are 150cc or less. If you are 18 or older, you may apply for a 12-month instruction permit for any type of motorcycle.

To receive a motorcycle instruction permit, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle knowledge test, and pay the fees. Minors must also successfully complete a driver's education course. To receive a Class L or M license, you must apply, submit your documentation, pass the motorcycle skills test, and pay the fees. Additionally, anyone under the age of 18 must complete an approved motorcycle training course. Applicants who are over the age of 18 may complete the state's Motorcycle Rider Education Course in lieu of the written and driving exams.

The written exam can be taken at your local SOS office. The test contains 25 questions about how to safely operate a motorcycle. You must answer 20 questions correctly to pass. The motorcycle skills test assesses your on-cycle abilities. If you fail either test, you must wait seven days to retest.