Illinois Driving Test

Front 1

There is a green arrow in front of you at a turn, do you immediately proceed?

Back 1

Yes, you are protected. They have a red light. (Always be on the lookout regardless)

Front 2

There is a solid green light at a turn, do you immediately proceed?

Back 2

No, you are not protected. They will keep driving forward. You must yield to all traffic.

Front 3

Pedestrians are crossing the road in front of you, but you need to make a turn. What do you do?

Back 3

Always yield to pedestrians. Stop before the crosswalk, then move a little forward after they've passed.

Front 4

You signal to make a right turn but you have a red arrow. Can you turn?

Back 4

Yes, you may make a right turn on a red arrow and also a left turn at a red arrow if you are on a one-way street and traffic is moving in the same direction (same goes for red lights)

Front 5

This is a sure way to fail the driving test. What must you do before attempting to make a right turn (limit lines are present)?

Back 5

Stop *before* limit lines, check for pedestrians, and then advance

Front 6

What is an illegal left turn (double lanes)?

Back 6

In double turn lanes, you turn onto the wrong lane. Stay in the lane you turn in.

Front 7

Define what SMOG signifies

Back 7

Signal, Mirror, Over the shoulder, Go

Front 8

Always be scanning for?

Back 8

Enemies. There are countless on the road, they can be anything and are a danger to you and others. Keep your eye scanner enabled at all times.

Front 9

What does a solid yellow line on the road mean?

Back 9

2 way traffic, no passing allowed

Front 10

What does a dotted white line mean? Can you pass?

Back 10

Cars are traveling in the same direction, you can pass

Front 11

What does a dotted yellow line mean? Can you pass?

Back 11

2 way traffic, can pass driver

Front 12

What does a double solid yellow line mean?

Back 12

Absolutely no passing on either side, 2 direction traffic

Front 13

What does a one dotted, one solid line mean?

Back 13

The side with the dotted lines can pass but not the solid. Solid = never pass.

Front 14

Dotted lines = lanes are "broken" so you can pass. Solid lines = never allowed to pass.

Back 14

NOTE

Front 15

What does a white curb signify?

Back 15

Passenger loading

Front 16

What does a yellow curb signify?

Back 16

Commercial loading (passengers or freight)

Front 17

What does a green curb signify?

Back 17

Limited Time

Front 18

What does a blue curb signify?

Back 18

Handicap

Front 19

What does a red curb signify?

Back 19

No parking (no parking near fire hydrant)

Front 20

When turning, check what?

Back 20

Rear view mirror. Fender benders aren't pretty.

Front 21

You're 5 miles above the speed limit, would this cause you to fail the test?

Back 21

Yes

Front 22

You are waiting for a coming car to pass so you can turn right. The oncoming car turns on their turn signal into your area, do you proceed to take your turn from here?

Back 22

No, they could be turning into an area in front of you. You would crash into the car for assuming.

Front 23

Signal at least __ seconds before turning.

Back 23

5 seconds

Front 24

Use the __ second rule with car distance

Back 24

3 second

Front 25

Are high beams appropriate to use during fog and rain?

Back 25

No, they limit your sight more. The harsh light illuminates the drops of rain and fog.

Front 26

If you can't see 100ft in front of you, it's not safe to go over __mph

Back 26

If you can't see 100ft in front of you, it's not safe to go over 30mph.

Front 27

What you need for your driver's test: social security, birth certificate, proof of Illinois residency, _____?

Back 27

I have no idea, so double check.

Front 28

When parking uphill, which way do the wheels turn?

Back 28

Away from the curb

Front 29

When parking downhill, which way do the wheels turn?

Back 29

Towards the curb

Front 30

If there is no curb on an uphill or downhill park, which way do the wheels turn?

Back 30

Toward where the curb would be to make sure the vehicle rolls away from the street, not towards it

Front 31

Before pulling out of a downhill or uphill park, what should you always do? Neglecting to do this will result in failing the test.

Back 31

Look over your shoulder

! always important !

Front 32

When stopping at stop signs, you must *always* stop ____ ?

Back 32

all the way, fully, before the line, etc

Front 33

You and another car at a 4 way stop at the same time. Who goes first?

Back 33

The car on the left always yields to the car on the right. (Right Of Way)

Front 34

Rural interstate tollways, freeways, and some four lane highways have a max speed limit of ___ mph

Back 34

Rural interstate tollways, freeways, and some four lane highways have a max speed limit of 65 mph

Front 35

The maximum speed limit on most other rural highways is ___ mph

Back 35

The maximum speed limit on most other rural highways is 55 mph

Front 36

Before pulling out of a downhill or uphill park, what should you always do? Neglecting to do this will result in failing the test.

Back 36

Look over your shoulder

! always important !

Front 37

When stopping at stop signs, you must *always* stop ____ ?

Back 37

all the way, fully, before the line, etc

Front 38

You and another car at a 4 way stop at the same time. Who goes first?

Back 38

The car on the left always yields to the car on the right. (Right Of Way)

Front 39

Rural interstate tollways, freeways, and some four lane highways have a max speed limit of ___ mph

Back 39

Rural interstate tollways, freeways, and some four lane highways have a max speed limit of 65 mph

Front 40

The maximum speed limit on most other rural highways is ___ mph

Back 40

The maximum speed limit on most other rural highways is 55 mph

Front 41

The maximum speed limit (under safe conditions) in city/town areas is:

Back 41

The maximum speed limit (under safe conditions) in city/town areas is: 30mph max unless otherwise stated

Front 42

The maximum speed limit (under safe conditions) in alleys is:

Back 42

The maximum speed limit (under safe conditions) in alleys is: 15 mph max

Front 43

The maximum speed limit in school zones is:

and during what time of the day?

Back 43

The maximum speed limit in school zones is: 20mph max 7am - 4pm or when children are present + signs are posted.

Front 44

What is the fine for speeding in a school zone?

Back 44

$150 fine

Front 45

What is the consequence of hurting a child in a school zone?

Back 45

$25,000 fine and a minimum 1 year driving suspension

Front 46

What is the consequence of hurting a construction worker?

Back 46

$100,000, driving suspension of 90 days and at least 2 years in prison.

Front 47

There are still car(s) waiting to turn at an intersection even though you have a green light. You must always ____ to those cars.

Back 47

There are still car(s) waiting to turn at an intersection even though you have a green light. You must always yield to those cars.

Front 48

Don't forget the ________ right of way

Back 48

pedestrian

Front 49

You must make sure you are how far from the airbag, in inches?

Back 49

10-12 inches from the airbag

Front 50

When passing a vehicle (across dotted lines), you must return to your lane before you get within ___ ft of an oncoming vehicle

Back 50

When passing a vehicle (across dotted lines), you must return to your lane before you get within 200 ft of an oncoming vehicle

Front 51

It is permissible to pass a car on the shoulder of the road

Back 51

No, never

Front 52

It is acceptable to pass a car on the right (but not on the shoulder):

-

-

-

Back 52

It is acceptable to pass a car on the right (but not on the shoulder):

- vehicle you're passing is making a left turn

- one way street or roadway with 2 or more clear lanes in each direction

- intersection that is widened for this purpose

Front 53

Name 3 instances where passing on a two-lane, two-way roadway is not allowed:

Back 53

Name 3 instances where passing on a two-lane, two-way roadway is not allowed:

- No passing zone (sign)

- Solid yellow line

- Hills or curves (limited sight)

- No passing within 100ft of an intersection or railroad crossing

- View blocked within 100ft of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel

- Vehicle has stopped at a crosswalk for a pedestrian

- Construction zone

- School zone

- School bus

- Driving off the road onto dirt to pass = always a no

Front 54

As a driver you must make sure you are at least _ ft away from bicyclists on the road

Back 54

As a driver you must make sure you are at least 3 ft away from bicyclists on the road

Front 55

What lane is reserved for slow vehicles?

Back 55

right

Front 56

It is acceptable to weave through lanes under certain conditions

Back 56

No, it is unlawful

Front 57

While in business and residential areas, it is required to signal __ft before turning

Back 57

While in business and residential areas, it is required to signal 100ft before turning

(3 second rule)

Front 58

Besides residential and business areas, it is required you signal __ft in other areas

Back 58

200ft

Front 59

A driver in front of you has their arm out the window at a right angle, what does this mean?

Back 59

Right turn

Front 60

A driver in front of you has their arm completely extended, what does this mean?

Back 60

Left turn

Front 61

You cannot do this unless you see 500ft in all directions. What is it?

Back 61

u-turn

Front 62

Railroad crossings:

stop 15ft to __ ft from nearest rail

Back 62

50ft

Front 63

Drivers do not have to come to a complete stop before entering the sidewalk area when moving out an alley, building, private road, or driveway so long as they check for pedestrians as they drive

Back 63

False, must come to a complete stop before entering those areas

Front 64

When parallel parking, the wheels must be within how many inches of the curb?

Back 64

12 inches of the curb

Front 65

If you stop, stand, park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant you will fail the test.

Back 65

NOTE

Front 66

There is no current law against phone usage in construction or school zones

Back 66

FALSE. No phone in construction or school zones

Front 67

There is a new Illinois law that states a driver cant type or send text messages while driving except if the car is parked or neutral on a roadway. T or F?

Back 67

TRUE

GPS and + navigational devices are exempt.

Front 68

You may not operate a neighborhood or low speed vehicle on a street , road, or highway without liability insurance. T or F?

Back 68

TRUE

Front 69

A driver is allowed to use a wireless phone if they are at least 18 years old. T or F?

Back 69

FALSE

Cannot use it if they are under 19, only in case of emergencies

Front 70

It is against the law to open car doors on the side traffic is moving. T or F?

Back 70

TRUE

unless it can be done safely (but it must be done quickly)

Front 71

It is not against the law to use a headset while driving. T or F?

Back 71

FALSE

Although single-sided headset pieces are permitted. Motorcyclists may use intercom helmets to communicate

Front 72

Law states that a sound system cannot be so loud it can be heard 75ft away on a highway. T or F?

Back 72

TRUE

We'd all like to enjoy our own music too knuckleheads

Front 73

It is illegal to hitchhike. What is/are the consequence(s) if convicted?

Back 73

$2,500 and a year in jail

Front 74

If you violate the no soliciting law, you face paying... ?

Back 74

$2,500 and spending a year in jail

Front 75

Joggers, walkers must jog/walk against oncoming traffic

Back 75

NOTE

Front 76

It is illegal to drive if blood alcohol level is...?

Back 76

.08 or greater

Note: You can still be convicted even if it's lower than .08

Front 77

When driving on Illinois roadways, you automatically consent to submit to certain tests such as breath tests, blood tests, and urine tests. T or F?

Back 77

TRUE

Front 78

You are slammed with a DUI. What are the consequences of your actions?

Back 78

arrested or convicted, put on permanent record, lose driving priveleges and vehicle registration and are also fined and/or imprisoned.

BAC is .08 or greater = driving priveleges suspended for 6 months. If tests are refused, one year.

Front 79

If you are a second time DUI offender within a _ year period, your driving is suspended for one year or 3 if you refuse.

Back 79

If you are a second time DUI offender within a 5 year period, your driving is suspended for one year or 3 if you refuse.

Front 80

Illegal transportation of an alcoholic beverage container -- what does this mean?

Back 80

It is illegal for ANYONE to drink alcoholic beverages in a vehicle --> traffic citation. Can't have it open on the passenger's side.

If it is your second offense within 1 year, your license is suspended for one year.

Front 81

What is an aggravated DUI?

Back 81

DUI + crash resulting in death or personal injury

- 3 DUI's

- DUI involving a schoolbus and children

- DUI without having a valid license, permit, or insurance

Front 82

You are involved in a crash. What information do you ask for?

Back 82

Name, address, phone, license plate, drivers license number

Front 83

A crash report must be filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash involves death, bodily injury, or property damage of more than $1,500. T or F

Back 83

TRUE

Front 84

Square/rectangle signs mean? (e.g. speed limit)

Back 84

regulatory or guide signs

Front 85

The red and white yield sign signifies?

Back 85

Let all traffic and pedestrians go before proceeding. Slow down and stop if necessary.

Front 86

Diamond shaped signs are yellow, yellow-green, or orange with black letters. What do these mean? (e.g. merge sign)

Back 86

Slow down + use caution

Front 87

House-shaped signs are yellow and are used primarily for what?

Back 87

Yellow = caution, school zone/school crossing

2 children walking sign = school is near

2 children walking with a downward arrow = school crossing

Front 88

Pizza slice-shaped signs are yellow w/ black lettering. These represent? Seen on the left side of a two lane, two way roadway

Back 88

No passing zone (caution, must be obeyed)

Front 89

Seeing a red sign signifies? Example?

Back 89

it is a regulatory sign and must be obeyed (stop, yield, do not enter, wrong way)

Front 90

A black and white sign means?

Back 90

Some are also regulatory (apart from red signs), others are used as route markers

(speed limit, etc)

Front 91

Seeing a yellow-colored sign means?

Back 91

It is a warning sign. It tells you of road conditions and dangers ahead.

Front 92

An orange sign signifies:

Back 92

Orange signs are also warning signs. They alert you to possible danger due to construction and maintenance projects

Front 93

Seeing a green sign means?

Back 93

Green signs are guide signs. Where you are, which way to go, distance (expressway)

Front 94

Seeing a blue colored sign after hours of driving would provide relief to most. What does it mean?

Back 94

Stands for services, such as KFC, McDonalds, etc

Front 95

Brown signs stand for?

Back 95

parks and recreational signs (Zoos, etc)

Front 96

Yellow-green signs pose as?

Back 96

warning signs. Pedestrian crossings, school zone

Front 97

Encountering a pink sign on the road means?

Back 97

Pink signs stand for traffic incident signing. Possible dangers ahead due to unplanned traffic incidents such as traffic crashed or natural disasters

Front 98

Seeing this red octagon sign with a "4 way" sign under it means?

Back 98

It is a 4-way stop

Front 99

Where do you see red "Do Not Enter" signs?

Back 99

one-way streets, expressway ramps if you try to enter the wrong way

Front 100

What color and shape are "Wrong Way" signs?

Back 100

Red; Rectangle

Front 101

What color and shape are "One Way -->" signs?

Back 101

They are black and white, rectangle (varies in size)

Front 102

What do two way left turn signs look like?

Back 102

square, two arrows turning in different directions (both left sides)

black and white

Front 103

Where would you see a "Divided Highway" sign?

Back 103

The sign is used on approaches to a divided highway. It tells you that a median separates both directions of traffic on the road you are going to turn to or cross

Rectangle sign

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Front 104

The keep right sign looks like?

Back 104

Squiggled arrow to the right

Front 105

When you come across a "Pass With Care" sign it means?

Back 105

You are at the end of the no-passing zone and you may now pass only when it's safe

Front 106

When there is a pedestrian crossing sign with an arrow below it, it signifies there is a crosswalk where the arrow points. T or F?

Back 106

FALSE

it means there is NO crosswalk so you must be careful

Front 107

Exit Ramps:

Posted at freeway exit ramps, this sign shows the maximum safe speed a vehicle can be driven on the ramp. T or F?

(yellow, square)

Back 107

TRUE

Front 108

What is the "downgrade" sign?

Back 108

Diamond, yellow

This sign warns you of a dangerous hill. It may be very long or steep, or it may have sharp curves. Slow down before you start down the hill.