Illinois
Driving Practice Test

From the shores of Lake Michigan to the southern tip of the state, Illinois has a lot to see and do. To take advantage of everything the state has to offer, you'll need a driver's license. This test provides practice Illinois driving tests to help you on your journey. Specifically, this site is designed to help you practice for the Illinois written exam so that you are ready to pass it on your first try. The official Illinois Secretary of State written road examination consists of 35 questions and candidates must answer 28 questions correctly to pass. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin our Illinois driver's license practice test, there is no time limit.

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When a training is approaching, all vehicles are required to stop within _____ feet of the nearest rail of the railroad crossing.

between 15 and 60 feet

between 10 and 15 feet

between 20 and 65 feet

between 15 and 50 feet

2 / 35

Can you pass a school bus that has stopped for passengers?

You can never pass a school bus that has stopped for passengers

Yes, but you must first stop and yield to any crossing pedestrians.

No, you only have to stop when traveling in the same direction

Yes, but you must slow down to 10 mph and yield to pedestrians

3 / 35

This sign indicates

Playground area

School zone

Railroad crossing

Pedestrian crossing

4 / 35

You can drive faster than the maximum speed limit when?

in no situation.

when driving in the left lane

when passing another vehicle

when passing in the right lane

5 / 35

What is the safe and lawful following distance behind another vehicle?

At least 15 feet

A minimum of three seconds

At least six seconds

You need to be able to see the bumper

6 / 35

The penalty for being convicted of illegally passing a stopped school bus is:

Vehicle registration or driving privileges suspended and $150 fine

$200 fine and suspension of vehicle registration or driving privileges

$75 fine and suspension of vehicle registration

$100 fine and suspension of driving privileges

7 / 35

A crash report must be filed if the crash causes property damage more than ____ dollars.

750

2250

1000

1500

8 / 35

It is important to _____ when changing lanes.

Occasionally check the inside rearview mirror

Come to a complete stop first

Speed up

Make sure the lane is clear by looking over your shoulder

9 / 35

In urban areas a school bus will give a warning ____ in advance of a stop.

150 feet

100 feet

200 feet

50 feet

10 / 35

When changing lanes, which of the following actions are optional?

None of the above

Using your turn signal to indicate a lane change

Checking to see if the road is clear by looking in your mirrors

Double checking over your shoulder to see whether the road is clear

11 / 35

Which lane should you use if traveling straight ahead?

The left lane.

The middle lane.

Any lane

The right lane.

12 / 35

When approaching a traffic control signal that is not operational, a driver should:

Drive quickly through the intersection to get out of the way of other vehicles.

Yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection following a complete stop

Proceed as though you have a green light

Yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection after completing a rolling stop

13 / 35

The only effective way to remove alcohol from the body is via:

Eating bread

Coffee

A cold shower

Time

14 / 35

You need evidence of liability insurance when:

Only when you purchase a new care

Only when applying for a license

Only following a car accident

You drive

15 / 35

When checking air pressure in your tires, which of the following is true?

The tires should be cool when checking the air pressure

The tires should be warm when checking the air pressure

Check the air pressure after driving for at least 45 minutes

Check air pressure after driving for 60 minutes

16 / 35

What does this sign indicate?

the speed limit is changing ahead, probably for a school zone.

all of the above

speed zone ahead

pedestrians merging ahead

17 / 35

This sign indicates

Parking for individual with disabilities

Parking for high efficiency vehicles

Parking for mini vans only

Parking for high occupancy vehicles

18 / 35

A second vehicle weighing _____ pounds or less is allowed to have a personalized or vanity license plate

8000

8500

7000

7500

19 / 35

For children 12 and under the ____ is the safest place for them to ride in a vehicle equipped with air bags.

The back seat

The bed of the pickup

On the driver's lap

The passenger seat

20 / 35

Which of the following are true about Illinois's speed limits?

You can go 5 mph over the speed limit if you are passing an individual

You should always drive 10 mph under the posted speed limit

You should drive faster to prevent congestion

You are only allowed to drive at the posted speed limit under safe conditions.

21 / 35

When an emergency vehicle has stopped ahead of you with flashing lights on you should:

Slow down to 15 mph below the speed limit and pass with your emergency flashers on

If possible, leave an empty lane between your vehicle and the emergency vehicle; otherwise, slow down.

Proceed with caution while maintaining your speed

Pull over to see what the problem is

22 / 35

You will receive a notice regarding your plates around ___ days prior to expiring from the Secretary of State.

23 / 35

A sign shaped like a pennant indicates:

parking permitted

merging traffic

work zone ahead

passing not allowed

24 / 35

While driving, wearing earplugs in both ears.

Is illegal

Is legal if you drive with windows open.

Is legal if you have a migraine

Is legal in construction zones

25 / 35

Changing lanes is prohibited when the line dividing two lanes is:

A single solid white line

A double white line that is solid

All of the above

A white line that is broken

26 / 35

The roadways are most slippery when:

At the end of a rainstorm

The middle of a thunderstorm

During a heavy downpour

The first rain after a dry spell

27 / 35

This sign indicates:

No passing zone

Wrong way

Do not enter

Stop ahead

28 / 35

You must you use your headlights when:

When it begins to rain

Whenever you need to use your windshield wipers

Should visibility fall below 1000 feet

All of the above situations

29 / 35

You should ____ when passing a slow moving vehicle.

Pass the vehicle on the right

Be sure the driver is aware of your intent to pass and has seen you

Honk your horn to signal your intent to pass

Speed around the vehicle on the left

30 / 35

A school bus is displaying flashing red lights on a divided roadway on a two lane road that is on the opposite side you are traveling. What should you do?

Continue to drive at your current speed

Pass carefully

Stop every time

Stop only if pedestrians are exiting the bus

31 / 35

You should _____ if the gates are lowered at a railroad crossing for a long time and no train passes.

Turn around and take another route

Roll down the windows to listen for a train

Call 911 or look for a posted railroad emergency toll free number to call

Proceed around the gate

32 / 35

This circular yellow sign with black markings identifies what?

Fire station ahead

Proceed with caution as there is a railroad crossing ahead

Intersection ahead

School zone

33 / 35

At a red traffic signal can you turn left?

Yes, but only from any street onto a one-way street

No, not in Illinois.

Yes, but only if performing a U-turn

If turning from a one-way street onto a one-way street you may

34 / 35

You are turning right on a red signal. Just as you are about to turn, a pedestrian starts to cross the road you want to enter. What should you do here?

Speed up to cross before the pedestrian crosses

Swerve around the pedestrian

Honk your horn at the pedestrian

Let the pedestrian cross after you stop

35 / 35

The penalty for being convicted of illegally passing a stopped school bus is:

$100 fine and 15-day suspension of vehicle registration

A minimum of $150 fine, and driving privileges or vehicle registration suspension

30-day suspension of driving privileges

$75 fine and 60-day suspension of driving privileges

Your score is

The average score is 73%

3.7/5 - (9 votes)

Drivers License

How To Get A Illinois Drivers License

In Illinois, driver’s licenses are administered by the Illinois Secretary of State. Applicants who are 15 years of age in Illinois may undertake the Graduated Driver License Program. Parental or legal guardians must consent to those obtaining the permit. This with a permit must be enrolled in a driver’s education program, pass a vision test and a written test. Drivers can only drive during the following times: Sun.-Thurs., 10 p.m.-6 a.m.; Fri.-Sat., 11 p.m.-6 a.m. (local curfews may differ) Drivers must practice for at least 50 hours, including 10 hours at night, supervised by a parent or adult who is at least 21 years of age. The permit is valid for 2 years, and must be held for a minimum of 9 months. Permit drivers must have a clean driving record during their learning period.

Drivers who are the ages of 16 to 17 must undergo an Initial Licensing Phase. Those that have logged their 50 hours of driving time must have this time certified by their parents or legal guardians. They also must have completed their driver’s education course. They must also have driving hours restrictions Sun.-Thurs., 10 p.m.-6 a.m.; Fri.-Sat., 11 p.m.-6 a.m. (local curfews may differ).Once drivers have a license, for the first 12 months of driving, or when the driver turns 18, they can only have one passenger who is under the age of 20, unless that passenger is a sibling, stepsibling, child or step child of the driver.

Those applicants who are between the ages of 18 and 20 may possess a driver’s license in the Full Licensing phase. Those drivers who did not take a certified driver’s education course must take a 6 hour adult driver education course. Additionally, those drivers under the age of 19 may not use a cell phone while driving unless it is an emergency.

Pass The Test

How To Pass the Illinois Driver's License Test

As you prepare for your driver’s test, some helpful things to keep in mind:

Be sure to take some free online Illinois DMV practice tests prior to your written exam. Being familiar with the types of questions you'll see will help you perform on exam day.
Take detailed notes during your Illinois driver's training course and study them often.

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Spend as much time as you can behind the wheel with your learner's permit and spend time driving where your test will take place to become familiar with road signs, speed limits, hazards, etc.
Practice parking and backing up for your road skills test
Study the Illinois Rules of the Road

Additional Information

Information on the Illinois Secretary of State

The Illinois Secretary of State is responsible for testing student drivers and licensing all drivers.

Find the Illinois DMV location nearest you: https://drivingtestsample.com/dmv-locations/illinois/

You can schedule your licensing exam or get more information by contacting them here:

Website: https://www.cyberdriveillinois.com
Phone: 217.782.6212

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