Illinois DMV practice test 1

1. Under what condition is it permissible for pedestrians ages 18 or older to skate on public roadways?

1. When the posted speed limit is 45 mph or less from sunrise to sunset.
2. When the posted speed limit is 55 mph or less at any time.
3. Only when there is no sidewalk available.
4. Only during daylight hours regardless of speed limit.

2. When approaching a disabled vehicle using hazard lights on a four-lane highway, what does Illinois law require a driver to do if it is safe?

1. Change lanes away from the disabled vehicle.
2. Increase speed to pass the vehicle quickly.
3. Stop immediately behind the disabled vehicle.
4. Move into the left lane regardless of traffic conditions.

3. During times of congestion, what is the advised method for merging when lanes are reduced?

1. Merge into the open lane as early as possible to avoid blocking traffic
2. Use both lanes to advance to the lane reduction point and merge alternating turns (zipper merge)
3. Stop completely at the end of the lane to let other cars pass before merging
4. Change lanes immediately upon seeing the sign, regardless of traffic density

4. Under what condition may a motorcyclist proceed through an intersection if the light remains red?

1. If the light has been red for 30 seconds.
2. If the light has been red for 60 seconds.
3. If the light fails to turn green after 120 seconds.
4. Only if there are no other cars in the intersection.

5. Which of the following conditions allows a driver to receive a Monitoring Device Driving Permit (MDDP)?

1. Being under age 18
2. Being a first-time DUI offender serving a statutory summary suspension
3. Having three moving violations in a 12-month period
4. Being a professional driver whose license was suspended

6. Under what condition is it permissible to back up on a roadway that is not a controlled-access roadway?

1. Only if the vehicle is empty
2. Only if done safely and without interfering with other vehicles
3. Only if there are no pedestrians nearby
4. Only if the driver has a valid learner's permit

7. When approaching a stationary emergency vehicle displaying oscillating, rotating, or flashing lights, what action does Illinois law require if a lane change is possible?

1. Change to a lane away from the emergency workers when possible.
2. Stop immediately in the current lane until the vehicle moves.
3. Maintain current speed but turn off headlights to reduce glare.
4. Change to the lane closest to the emergency vehicle to pass quickly.

8. Why are Advance Warning signs (Stop Ahead, Yield Ahead, Signal Ahead) used in high-speed areas?

1. Because the traffic signal is always visible from a greater distance in high-speed areas
2. Because of the longer distance needed to slow down or stop
3. Because high-speed vehicles have larger blind spots requiring earlier warnings
4. Because the signs must be read from a farther distance due to higher speeds

9. When approaching a railroad crossing that has no warning signals, such as electric flashing lights or gates, what action should a driver take?

1. Look, listen and slow down.
2. Stop immediately regardless of visibility.
3. Accelerate to cross before the train arrives.
4. Yield to pedestrians only if they are in a crosswalk.

10. What does a five-sided yellow or yellow-green sign with black symbols indicate?

1. Either SCHOOL ZONE or SCHOOL CROSSING.
2. A railroad crossing ahead.
3. A no passing zone.
4. A general warning hazard.

11. On which type of street is a low-speed vehicle permitted to operate?

1. Any street with a posted speed limit of 30 mph or less.
2. Any highway with a posted speed limit of 55 mph.
3. Only interstate expressways.
4. Only rural roads with no posted limits.

12. When exiting an alley or driveway in an urban area, when must you come to a complete stop?

1. Before entering the sidewalk area
2. After entering the sidewalk area
3. Only if a pedestrian is visible
4. Immediately upon stopping the vehicle

13. Under what specific condition may a driver turn left at a red light?

1. When turning from a one-way street onto another one-way street that has traffic moving to the left.
2. When the intersection is clear of pedestrians and the light is flashing red.
3. Any time the driver yields to oncoming traffic before entering the intersection.
4. Only when there is a green arrow displayed alongside the red light.

14. What do white stop lines on each side of the track indicate at a railroad crossing?

1. Where to stop when a train is approaching.
2. Where to park if the crossing is busy.
3. Where to yield to pedestrians only.
4. Where to change lanes before the crossing.

15. Which lane is designated for passing and turning according to the lane usage rules?

1. The left lane.
2. The right lane.
3. The shoulder.
4. The middle lane.

16. Which of the following is prohibited when parking a vehicle between sunset and sunrise?

1. Displaying front and rear parking lights.
2. Dimming the headlights.
3. Parking without displaying front and rear parking lights.
4. Parking within an urban district.

17. What is the correct procedure if you miss your exit while driving on an expressway?

1. Back up to the exit lane
2. Go to the next available exit
3. Stop immediately on the shoulder to reverse
4. Change lanes to the far left and wait for the next cycle

18. Under what condition may a driver cross a solid yellow line on their side of the center line?

1. To pass a slow-moving vehicle at any time.
2. To turn left into or from an alley, private road, or driveway.
3. To change lanes when traffic is heavy.
4. To enter a roundabout.

19. When making a left turn, how should the vehicle's wheels be positioned until starting to make the turn?

1. Pointed toward the curb
2. Pointed straight ahead
3. Turned slightly to the right
4. Turned slightly to the left

20. When is a vehicle NOT required to stop for a stopped school bus?

1. When both vehicles are on a four-lane roadway and the bus is stopped in the opposite direction.
2. When the bus is stopped on a two-lane roadway in a rural area.
3. When the bus is stopped within city limits on any roadway.
4. When the bus is stopped in a parking lot located on school property.