Massachusetts
Driving Practice Test

Earning your driver’s license is one of the major milestones in a person’s life, and if you’ve got a date set to take your Massachusetts permit test or the Massachusetts driver’s test you’re going to want to show up prepared. But how? Well, of course you’ll need to go through all of the processes of earning your learner’s permit, putting in your hours to complete a driver’s training class and building your driving skills by putting in your required hours behind the wheel. Beyond that, though, one of the best things you can do to prepare is to take Massachusetts permit practice tests and driving sample tests like the ones available below. Once you consistently answer 18 questions or more right you’ll be able to gain the confidence you need to pass the real test. These tests are free and allow you to brush up on your knowledge of driving laws and rules of the road. As you take this free, practice Massachusetts driving test, remember there is no time limit. You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Quiz" button below to begin.

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Select the statement that is false in regards to pavement markings.

traiffic moving in the same direction are separated by broken white lines

It is not illegal to cross over a double solid yellow line to perform a left turn to/from an alley.

Traffic moving in opposite directions are separated by broken yellow lines.

You are allowed to cross over a double solid white line on a highway.

2 / 25

It is legal to drive on the left side on a multi-lane highway when:

you are passing another vehicle

attempting to avoid an obstruction

you are turning left

all of these answers are correct

3 / 25

The code letter "Z" under the list of restrictions mean:

corrective lenses required

a Junior Operator License that is under the age of 18 years old needs to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian between 12:30 am and 5 am

vehicle is restricted to 14 passengers

that an ignition interlock is required

4 / 25

A sign that has black lettering on an orange background are for:

nature park signs

school zones

exit signs

construction zone signs

5 / 25

This sign indicates:

warning, traffic turning right ahead

warning, crossroad ahead

warning, construction zone ahead

warning, traffic turning left ahead

6 / 25

If you get _______surchargeable events on your driving record in a two-year time period, you must complete the massachusetts Driver Retraining Course.

3 or more

4 or more

6 or more

1 or more

7 / 25

You should____when another vehicle is in danger of hitting you.

avoid making eye contatct with the other driver

sound a sharp blast on your horn

activate your emergency flashers

make hand gestures

8 / 25

Select the form of identification that is not acceptable for purchasing alcoholic beverages in Massachusetts.

a valid driver's license from a different state

a Massachusetts liquor card that is valid

all of these answers are correct

a Massachusetts driver's license that is valid

9 / 25

To enter a freeway you must:

use your turn signal and enter the freeway forcing surrounding traffic to yield the right-of-way

drive at a decreased speed to check for traffic

come to a complete stop before entering

use your turn signal, yield, and enter at thes same speed at which other traffic is moving

10 / 25

You must slow down your vehicle to avoid______when driving on a highway during heavy rain.

fatigue

decreased perception time

skidding

hydroplaning

11 / 25

You should______at a flashing yellow light.

stop and wait for a green light

continue on if the way is clear

stop and wait for the intersection to be clear

slow down and proceed with caution

12 / 25

You should___to avoid a collision.

enter the other vehicle's lane

drive across the left lane all the way over to the left shoulder of the road

stop, speed up, or turn

remain in your lane while bracing for the accident

13 / 25

This sign indicates:

low clearance

two-way traffic ahead

merging traffic ahead

exit ramp ahead

14 / 25

Reaction distance can be defined as the distance traveled:

after you hit the brake and before your vehicle stops

before you see a hazard

before you hit the brakes after seeing a hazard

2 seconds before you stop after seeing a hazard

15 / 25

You should use your____when driving in a fog.

parking lights

emergency flashers

high beam headlights

low beam headlights

16 / 25

To obtain a JOL, you must have ___hours of supervised driving behind the wheel.

100

17 / 25

You may cross a broken yellow center line when_____on a highway with two-way traffic.

when the pavement is in poor condition in your lane

it is safe to do so

whenever you want to pass slower traffic

whenever the right half of the roadway is occupied

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You should_____when you missed your exit but wanted to get off the freeway.

call for a police escort back to the exit you missed

go to the next exit, and get off of the freeway there

back up on the shoulder to the exit you missed

perform a U-turn on the shoulder to head back to the exit you missed

19 / 25

A Yield line looks like a series of ______ painted next to each other?

small red dots

medium sized white circles

triangles

large rectangular squares

20 / 25

What does this sign indicate?

railroad crossing

school zone

playground

construction zone

21 / 25

_____has to approve insurance rates before the insurance company is allowed to sell insurance.

the DMV

the commissioner of insurance

the secretary of state

no one

22 / 25

Traffic_______is separated by double solid white lines for two lanes of traffic.

driving in the same direction

merging to the right

driving in opposite direction

merging to the left

23 / 25

You should__when driving on slippery roads.

change your lane frequently

decrease your following distance

increase your following distance

use an alternate route

24 / 25

You must begin______when making a left turn.

in the right most lane

in the left most lane

in the center lane

over the center line

25 / 25

Select the way in which alcohol affects you.

it gives you better cognitive function

it improves your coordination

it slows your reaction time

it increases your preception

Your score is

The average score is 0%

4.6/5 - (7 votes)

Drivers License

How To Get A Massachusetts Drivers License

In order to apply for a driving permit in Massachusetts you must be at least 16 years of age or older. You will need to bring documents to prove your identity, residency, and date of birth. You must be accompanied by a qualifying sponsor such as a parent, legal guardian, spouse, driving instructor or responsible licensed driver over the age of 21. You will need to apply at your local Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles office. You will be required to take a vision test. You will need to wear any corrective lenses during the test. You will not be required to take a physical but if you have a medical condition that could affect your ability to safely operate an automobile, you are required to inform the RMV. After receiving your permit, you must complete a Registry of Motor Vehicles approved driver education program including 30 hours of instruction, 12 hours of behind the wheel training and 6 hours in the car observing other drivers, and at least 40 hours of supervised driving behind the wheel.There are 25 questions on the exam that may cover any part of the Massachusetts driving manual. Pay particular attention to questions regarding alcohol abuse, license suspension, rules of the road, adverse weather conditions, accidents, emergencies and road signs. You must answer 18 out of the 25 questions correctly to pass the test. If you do not pass the test, you may take it again when you feel ready but you must pay the permit testing fee again. The cost for a Massachusetts permit is $30.00 and $20.00 for the road test later. You have the option to pay $50.00 up front. Massachusetts will convert your out of state permit for a fee of $30.00. If you are under 18 years of age, you must also provide your social security number, current out of state permit, a certified copy your current driving record no more than 30 days old, birth certificate and a completed application with the signature of a parent or legal guardian. You may drive in Massachusetts with your out of state license as long as it is valid. You must trade in your out of state license immediately upon establishing residency in Massachusetts. There is no grace period.

Pass The Test

How To Pass the Massachusetts Driver's License Test

A surprisingly large number of people fail their driving test on the first try. Don’t be one of those people, follow these tips below as you prepare and increase your chances of success.

Read, re-read and then read the Massachusetts driver’s manual again. This is the best source of information for your test, but it can be a little dry. Read it in chunks and make notes as you go through it to cement important concepts in your head.

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Take Massachusetts RMV practice driving tests like the one on this site and others to get comfortable with answering the types of questions you’ll see on the exam like identifying road signs. To find other testing sites do some searches on the internet for things like “permit practice test ma” or “massachusetts practice driving test”.
Have a strategy for dealing with tough questions. When taking your practice tests, work on logically eliminating one or two of the least likely answers so you improve your odds of choosing correctly. You can also skip questions and return to them if need be - just know what you’re going to do when you run into issues so you remain calm and confident. You only need 18 correct answers to pass so keep that in mind.

Additional Information

Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV)

For the latest information on Massachusetts’s driver requirements as well as information on vehicle licensing, fees and testing, please see the Massachusetts RMV website https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-registry-of-motor-vehicles.

Phone: 857.368.8000

To find Massachusetts motor vehicle and driver license office hours and locations, please visit: https://drivingtestsample.com/dmv-locations/massachusetts/

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