Illinois DMV Driving Test

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1. What is the most common cause of collisions between motorcyclists and motorists? Drivers failing to detect and recognize motorcyclists in traffic. Having to share a lane with a motorcycle. Motorcyclists ride too fast Having to drive slow around motorcycles. None of the answers listed.

2. Which of the following driving skills are affected by the use of alcohol and/or drugs? Alertness and concentration. Reaction time and coordination. All of the above are affected

3. Some rural areas may not have ____ which can make driving on them dangerous. Accidents. Cars. None of the answers listed Signs.

4. 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.

5. Which of the following are two types of speed signs? Speed limit signs and accident speed signs. Speed limit signs and advisory speed signs. Accident speed signs and advisory speed signs. Advisory speed signs and informational speed signs.

6. Which of these is a good way to spot driving hazards? Focus on the vehicle ahead. Focus on your inside mirrors. Scan ahead of your vehicle. Always use your high-beam headlights.

7. When should you switch on your high-beam headlights? Where there may be people along the side of the road. When you drive on unfamiliar roads. When you drive in construction areas. All of the above.

8. Which is an exception to driving on the right half of the roadway? On a roadway divided into two marked lanes for traffic. There are no exceptions and you may not drive on the right half of the roadway at all. When driving on a one-way street with two or more lanes of traffic You may drive on the right half of the roadway anytime. When crossing a center line to make a right turn into an alley.

9. If a railroad grade crossing has no warning devices or only a cross zone sign, you should Change gears and move through the railroad grade crossing. Slow down and then proceed with caution. Stop within 100 feet of the railroad crossing Increase your vehicle speed and cross the railroad grade crossing.

10. What does the arrow mark sign mean?

Make a sharp right turn. A rest area is open to the right. Go straight Prepare to stop.

11. Orange construction signs warn you: Of workers and road equipment ahead. That there are driver services ahead. Of an accident ahead. That you will have to come to a complete stop shortly.

12. When you want to pass a large truck in the center of 3 lanes, it is best to pass: Quickly on the left and move ahead of it. Very slowly on the left and move ahead of it. Very quickly on the right and move ahead of it. Very slowly on the right and stay in your lane.

13. What is the basic speed law? Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions. Never drive faster than the posted speed limits. Keep up with the flow of traffic. All of the above.

14. What should you do if you are overtaking a bicycle and an oncoming vehicle is approaching at the same time? You should leave a little room to the oncoming vehicle while overtaking the bicycle. You must slow down and let the vehicle pass first to give extra room to the bicycle. You must sound your horn to alert the bicyclist. You must overtake the bicycle first to give extra room to the oncoming vehicle.

15. 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.

16. Which of the following can affect your driving? All listed answers. Mood altering drugs. Pain relieving medication Allergy and antihistamine pills.

17. How should a driver proceed if within an intersection waiting to make a left turn and the traffic signal light turns red? Make sure it is clear, then back up from the intersection. Wait in the intersection until the light turns green. Yield to oncoming traffic and complete the turn

18. What does this sign mean?

A flagperson stopping the traffic. A police officer stopping the traffic. A flagperson allowing the traffic. A police officer allowing the traffic.

19. It is permissible to make a right turn against a red signal light after stopping and yielding to other vehicles and pedestrians. False. True.

20. Those under which age must have a parent/guardian with them if they are required to appear in court? 18 20 None of the listed answers 19 21

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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.