Rules of the Road

Question 1

During the Initial Licensing Phase, a teen driver is allowed only two passengers under
age 20 in the vehicle during the first 12 months of licensing.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

In order to obtain court supervision for a traffic violation, a minor must appear in court
with a parent/legal guardian and attend a traffic safety school.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

A parent or legal guardian may request that the driver’s license of a minor be canceled
at any time prior to age 18.

Answer 3

true

Question 4

Illinois drivers under age 16 are required to have at least 50 hours of behind-the-wheel
supervised driving before obtaining their driver’s license.

Answer 4

true

Question 5

Drivers under age 20 are prohibited from using their cellphone while driving except in
the case of an emergency.

Answer 5

False (19)

Question 6

Drivers under age 18 must hold their instruction permit for nine consecutive months
prior to obtaining their driver’s license.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

When passing another vehicle, a driver should wait until the entire car the driver just
passed is visible in the rearview mirror before turning back into the right-hand lane.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

After making a proper 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.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

How should a driver proceed if within an intersection waiting to make a left turn and
the traffic signal light turns red?

Answer 9

b. Yield to oncoming traffic and complete the turn.

Question 10

When on a two-lane roadway, drivers must stop their vehicles when approaching a
stopped school bus with its red warning lights flashing and its stop signal arm extended.

Answer 10

True

Question 11

When an authorized vehicle using its sirens and flashing lights approaches a vehicle,
the driver should pull to the right-hand edge of the roadway and wait for the emergency
vehicle to pass.

Answer 11

True

Question 12

What is the penalty for being convicted of illegally passing a stopped school bus?

Answer 12

A suspension of driving privileges.

Question 13

A driver may pass another vehicle by driving on the shoulder of the road.

Answer 13

False

Question 14

It is permissible to make a right turn against a red-signal light after stopping and yielding
to other vehicles and pedestrians

Answer 14

True unless sign tells otherwise

Question 15

A driver must give the right- or left-turn signal when changing lanes.

Answer 15

True

Question 16

In urban areas, drivers moving out of an alley, building, private road or driveway need not
come to a complete stop before entering the roadway if the roadway is clear of traffic

Answer 16

False

Question 17

. For what distance should a continuous turn signal be given when making a left or right
turn in a business or residential district?

Answer 17

c. Not less than 100 feet before turning.

Question 18

A driver may proceed immediately when waiting at an intersection and the traffic signal turns green

Answer 18

Falso

Question 19

What should drivers do when approaching a construction area?

Answer 19

Slow down, stop all wireless telephone communications and yield the right of way.

Question 20

Drivers must yield to pedestrians in an unmarked crosswalk.

Answer 20

True

Question 21

It is legal for anyone to talk on the phone if using a hands-free device while driving,
unless under age 19.

Answer 21

True

Question 22

Speed should be reduced below the posted speed limit for which of the following reasons?

Answer 22

a. Driver is driving in unfavorable weather conditions.
b. Driver is approaching and crossing an intersection.

Question 23

Slow vehicles should use the left-hand lane except when passing or making a left turn.

Answer 23

False

Question 24

When must a driver slow down for a school zone?

Answer 24

On school days between 6:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. when children are present and signs
are posted

Question 25

Drivers may open car doors on the side on which traffic is moving only when it can be done safely and without interfering with traffic.

Answer 25

True

Question 26

. It is permissible to pass on a two-lane, two-way roadway within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing.

Answer 26

False

Question 27

. Only vehicles displaying special plates or parking placards for persons with disabilities may park in spaces reserved for them by an official PARKING FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES sign.

Answer 27

True

Question 28

. Unless authorized to do so, drivers may not break into the line of a funeral procession.

Answer 28

True

Question 29

After being pulled over by law enforcement, a driver should immediately exit the vehicle and quickly approach the officer’s squad car.

Answer 29

False

Question 30

. If drivers need to obtain insurance or vehicle registration information from the glove box, they should inform the police officer before doing so.

Answer 30

True

Question 31

5. All vehicles are required to stop within how many feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing when a train is approaching?

Answer 31

a. between 15 and 50 feet.

Question 32

When approaching a railroad crossing that has no warning signals (such as electric flashing lights or gates), a driver should look, listen and slow down.

Answer 32

True

Question 33

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.

Answer 33

False

Question 34

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.

Answer 34

True

Question 35

When motorists are turning right and a bicyclist is approaching on the right, they should let the bicyclist go through the intersection first before making a right turn.

Answer 35

True

Question 36

A driver does not need to allow as much distance when following a motorcycle as when following a car.

Answer 36

False

Question 37

Motorcyclists 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.

Answer 37

True

Question 38

When following a truck at night, it is important for drivers to dim their vehicle’s headlights.

Answer 38

True

Question 39

When approaching a disabled pedestrian using a guide dog, white cane or other assistive device, a driver should yield the right of way.

Answer 39

True

Question 40

When opening your driver’s side door on a road with oncoming vehicle and bicycle traffic, you should:

Answer 40

Open the vehicle door only when it does not interfere with the vehicle and bicycle traffic approaching from behind.

Question 41

If arrested with a blood-alcohol concentration of .08% or more, an individual’s driving privileges will be suspended for at least six months.

Answer 41

true

Question 42

Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle crashes.

Answer 42

false

Question 43

A driver may be charged with Aggravated DUI if they

Answer 43

arrested in a school zone or causes great bodily harm to another person.

Question 44

If a driver is arrested and refuses to submit to testing, driving privileges will be suspended for three months.

Answer 44

true

Question 45

Drivers whose license have been revoked as a result of DUI must meet several requirements, including an evaluation for alcohol and drug problems and paying a reinstatement fee, to regain their license.

Answer 45

true

Question 46

It is illegal for persons under age 21 to drive with any trace of alcohol or drugs in their systems.

Answer 46

true

Question 47

Regardless of fault, 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 (or more than $500 if a vehicle is uninsured).

Answer 47

True

Question 48

Before drivers can regain driving privileges after losing them for failure to pay for damages caused by a crash, they must file proof of financial responsibility with the Secretary of State’s office.

Answer 48

True

Question 49

Drivers who are involved in or come upon a traffic crash should stop their vehicle in a safe, well-lit public place that does not obstruct traffic, if able to do so.

Answer 49

True

Question 50

A driver has 30 minutes to report a crash after it occurs.

Answer 50

False

Question 51

Drivers convicted of a mandatory insurance violation will:

Answer 51

Lose their driving privileges for three months.

Question 52

Drivers are required to file proof of financial responsibility if:

Answer 52

-They receive an unsatisfied court judgment related to a crash -Their license was suspended due to an uninsured crash. -They have been convicted of three or more insurance violations.

Question 53

An individual’s driving privileges may be suspended under which of the following conditions?

Answer 53

Three reckless driving offenses in 12 months.

Question 54

Driving privileges may be revoked for giving the Secretary of State false information.

Answer 54

True

Question 55

A driver’s license may be canceled if a driver is found medically or visually unfit to safely operate a vehicle.

Answer 55

True

Question 56

Restricted Driving Permits can be issued to any suspended or revoked driver.

Answer 56

True

Question 57

A driver’s license may be suspended for:

Answer 57

Failure to obey a railroad crossing signal. Possessing a fraudulent driver’s license. Failure to stop for a school bus.

Question 58

A driver’s license may be revoked for:

Answer 58

Leaving the scene of a crash that injured or killed someone. Giving false information to the Secretary of State. Reckless behavior involving a vehicle that leads to the injury or death of someone.

Question 59

Yellow circle

Answer 59

Railroad crossing

Question 60

Orange diamond

Question 61

Sideways yellow triangle

Answer 61

no passing zone

Question 62

White square/rectangle

Answer 62

regulatory + guide signs

Question 63

A merge sign means drivers should be prepared to change lanes or allow other traffic to come into their lane.

Answer 63

true

Question 64

When approaching a stop sign that is not marked by a crosswalk, drivers should stop their vehicles before entering the intersection.

Answer 64

True

Question 65

An orange sign means drivers should be alert, adjust their speed and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Answer 65

true

Question 66

A driver approaching a vehicle with a slow-moving vehicle sign should slow down and only pass when safe and legal to do so.

Answer 66

true

Question 67

When approaching a railroad crossing sign, a driver should slow down, look and stop if necessary.

Answer 67

true