Illinois DMV Permit: Signs & Signals Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is The first vehicle to stop should be the first to go.

When more than one vehicle reaches a four-way stop, the first vehicle to stop should be the first to go. When two vehicles on different roadways arrive at a four-way stop at the same time, the vehicle on the left should yield to the vehicle on the right.

Not quite. The answer is Vehicles traveling in either direction can make left turns.

The center lane is reserved for making left turns (or U-turns, when they are permitted) and can be used by vehicles traveling in either direction. On the pavement, left-turn arrows for traffic in one direction alternate with left-turn arrows for traffic in the opposite direction. These lanes are marked on each side by solid and broken (dashed) yellow lines.

Not quite. The answer is The divided highway ends ahead.

This sign warns that the divided highway ends ahead. The roadway will become an undivided two-way roadway. Keep right and watch for oncoming vehicles.

Not quite. The answer is If possible, leave an empty lane between your vehicle and the emergency vehicle; otherwise, slow down.

Try to leave an empty lane between your vehicle and an emergency or maintenance vehicle that is stopped with its flashing lights on. If this is unsafe or not possible, you should slow down and proceed with caution.

Source: Emergency/Maintenance Vehicles, Chapter 4: Traffic Laws, Illinois Rules of the Road

Not quite. The answer is Emergency vehicles may enter the roadway.

This is an emergency vehicle warning sign. It indicates that emergency vehicles may enter the roadway from fire stations or other emergency facilities. You must yield to an emergency vehicle approaching from any direction when it is sounding a siren or air horn or displaying flashing lights.

Not quite. The answer is No.

This sign indicates that parking is prohibited here between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Not quite. The answer is warning sign.

Warning signs alert drivers to road conditions and potentially dangerous conditions ahead. Warning signs employ black letters, numbers, and symbols on a yellow background. This particular warning sign is warning of a steep downgrade ahead.

Not quite. The answer is slow down to a reasonable speed and yield the right of way to all vehicles.

The yield sign means that you must slow down to a reasonable speed and yield the right of way to all vehicles on the roadway that you are going to enter.

Not quite. The answer is an exit number.

This sign represents an exit number. Such signs direct you to bike routes, parking areas, mileposts, and specific exits. By using the milepost number and the exit number, you can see how far you are from the exit you want to use.

Not quite. The answer is Deer crossing ahead

This is an animal crossing sign. The animal pictured on the sign (a deer in this case) is common in this area. Watch for these animals crossing the road, particularly at dawn and dusk. Deer, elk, and similar wildlife travel in herds. If you see one, be alert for others. A collision with a large animal may kill the animal, damage your vehicle, and possibly even injure someone in your vehicle.

Not quite. The answer is All of the above are true.

You must not exceed the legal maximum speed limit, and you must not drive any slower than the legal minimum speed limit. You should drive at a speed that does not impede the normal lawful flow of traffic. You must slow down when driving conditions are poor.

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

Not quite. The answer is Traffic may flow on both sides.

This sign means that traffic on the road may flow on both sides of the sign.

Not quite. The answer is Left turns are not allowed.

On prohibitory signs, a red circle and slash mean "no." This sign means that left turns are prohibited here.

Not quite. The answer is reduce your speed.

Slow down before entering a curve. Do not brake suddenly in the curve because this may cause skidding or locked wheels. Never drive over the center line.

Not quite. The answer is sound your horn to warn the pedestrian.

If you are moving through an intersection with a green light and a pedestrian starts to cross your path against a red light, sound your horn to warn the person. If the pedestrian still does not stop, you must stop.

Not quite. The answer is Road turns ahead; slow to a safe speed.

The road ahead changes direction sharply. Drivers must slow down to a safe speed.

Not quite. The answer is illegal.

Texting while driving is now the leading cause of death among teenagers and is involved in 25% of all car accidents in the US. It is illegal to send text messages while driving.

Not quite. The answer is A traffic signal ahead

These signs are used on roads with higher speed limits, or where the view of the intersection or light is blocked. Be ready for an intersection and possibly a red light.

Not quite. The answer is shift into a lower gear.

The continuous application of brakes to control speed on downgrades will cause the brakes to fade (lose their effectiveness). Instead, to control your speed on downgrades, release the accelerator (gas) pedal and shift into a lower gear (even with an automatic transmission). When the throttle is closed, a partial vacuum is created in the engine's intake and cylinders that generates a braking effect to slow down the vehicle. This is known as engine braking. The lower the gear, the greater the engine braking effect. Apply the brakes only when engine braking is insufficient or you want to stop.

Not quite. The answer is obey the usual posted speed limit.

In many work zones, speed limits may be reduced and lane usage may be restricted for safety reasons. However, if reduced speed limits are not posted, obey the usual posted speed limit.