Illinois DMV Permit: Driving Maneuvers Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is Never

You are not allowed to pass on the shoulder.

Not quite. The answer is the middle and left lanes

On a multilane roadway with several lanes in one direction, you must use the middle and left lanes for passing.

Not quite. The answer is Hand and arm extended upward

Continue signaling until you are ready to make the actual turn. The correct hand signal for making a right turn is to extend the hand and arm upward.

Not quite. The answer is not slow down suddenly

When you exit a high-speed, two-lane roadway, do not slow down suddenly if there are vehicles following you. If you slow down suddenly, the vehicle behind you might collide with your vehicle.

Not quite. The answer is leftmost

On multilane roads, the leftmost lane is intended to be used for passing slower vehicles. If you pass on the right, the other driver may have difficulty seeing you and may suddenly change lanes in front of you.

Not quite. The answer is Turn right

This driver intends to turn right.

Source: Signaling, Chapter 4: Traffic Laws, Illinois Rules of the Road

Not quite. The answer is look ten seconds ahead on the road

In order to avoid last-minute braking or the need to turn suddenly, you should look well down the road – at least ten seconds ahead of your vehicle. Looking well down the road will leave you more time to react to hazards. Plus, you will be able to drive more safely, save on fuel, and steer straighter.

Not quite. The answer is ease your foot off the gas pedal.

If you suddenly have no control of the steering wheel, ease your foot off the gas pedal. Turn on your emergency flashers and allow your vehicle to come to a slow stop. Brake very gently to prevent your vehicle from spinning.

Not quite. The answer is protect the cyclists that may be riding by.

Check traffic before you open the door. Get out of the vehicle on the curb side if you can. When opening a vehicle door, drivers and passengers should do the following: (1) Check your rear-view mirror. (2) Check your side-view mirror. (3) Open the door with your far hand (the hand farthest from the door). This is called the “Dutch Reach” method which originated in the Netherlands. It forces your body to turn, which will better allow you to see approaching bicyclists. It also prevents the vehicle door from being opened too fast. This not only protects bicyclists, but can also prevent your door from being damaged or torn off by an approaching motor vehicle. Shut the door as soon as you can after getting out.

Not quite. The answer is 19

Drivers under the age of 19 are prohibited from using a handheld or hands-free cell phone except in an emergency.

Not quite. The answer is the sum of the braking distance and reaction distance.

Your stopping distance equals your reaction distance plus your braking distance. If you are driving fast or are very tired or if your vehicle has bad brakes, you will need a greater distance to stop your vehicle.

Not quite. The answer is keep shifting your eyes.

To reduce the likelihood of drowsiness in continuous driving on an interstate highway, keep your eyes moving and avoid staring in any one direction. However, if you still become drowsy, pull off the road and rest. Talking on a cell phone or changing lanes frequently while driving are dangerous.

Not quite. The answer is Pedestrians and oncoming vehicles

You must yield to all pedestrians and oncoming vehicles before turning left.

Source: Right of Way, Chapter 4: Traffic Laws, Illinois Rules of the Road

Not quite. The answer is increase your speed

To enter a freeway smoothly, accelerate on the entrance ramp or acceleration lane to match the speed of freeway traffic in the right lane. Then signal, check the traffic around you, and merge carefully.

Not quite. The answer is Continue on to the next exit.

If you miss your exit on an expressway, you must not stop, back up, or try to turn around. Doing so would greatly increase the chance of a collision. Instead, proceed to the next exit.

Not quite. The answer is the left lane.

Where there are three or more lanes going in one direction, the middle lanes usually offer the smoothest flow of traffic. The left lane is for drivers who want to go faster, pass, or turn left. Slower vehicles and those turning right should use the right lane.

Not quite. The answer is continue to the next exit.

When leaving an expressway, if you go past your exit, you must go on to the next exit. Backing up on expressways is dangerous and against the law.

Not quite. The answer is turn off your cell phone until you reach your destination.

A distraction is still a distraction, even on a straightaway or an empty road. Do not eat, drink, smoke, text, read, or have difficult conversations while driving. If possible, turn off your phone and keep it off until you are done driving for the day.

Not quite. The answer is to the right.

If you park downhill on the right side of a road with or without a curb, turn your front wheels to the right. If you park uphill with a curb, turn your front wheels away from the curb. If you park uphill without a curb, turn your front wheels toward the edge of the road. In this way, if your car starts to roll downhill, either the curb will block it or it will at least roll away from traffic.

Not quite. The answer is If you miss your interchange, use a median crossover to turn around.

By law, median crossovers are for use only by authorized vehicles such as emergency and maintenance vehicles.