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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When making a right turn from a four-lane divided highway, enter the right lane well in advance of the turn and make _____.

a turn directly into the right lane of the cross street

turn into the center lane of the cross street

a right turn at a high speed

turn into the far left lane of the cross street

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If your blood alcohol level is_____you are considered to be driving while under the influence if you are under 21 years old.

.06% or higher

.03% or higher

.12% or higher

.02% or higher

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Windshield wipers should be in good operating condition because:

they evaporate moisture

they decrease your stopping distance

they keep snow and rain off of the windshield

they increase the stopping distance of the vehicle.

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You are______when there are double solid lines next to your lane.

forbidden from passing or changing lanes

permitted to pass

permitted to change lanes

permitted to turn

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You should____when traveling behind a motorcyle.

allow a following distance of at least 4 seconds

allow a following distance of at least 1 second

allow a following distance of at least 2 seconds

allow a following distance of at least 3 seconds

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To enter a freeway you must:

drive at a decreased speed to check for traffic

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

come to a complete stop before entering

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

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You should__when driving on slippery roads.

decrease your following distance

change your lane frequently

use an alternate route

increase your following distance

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Which lane should you make a right turn from when driving on a four-lane highway with no signs or markings to control for turning?

any lane if the cross street also has four lanes

any lane you want

the lane closest to the left edge of the road

the lane that is closest to the right edge of the road

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The age range of a Junior Operator for a motor vehicle or motorcyclist is:

between 18 and 20

between 16 1/2 and 18

between 16 1/2 and 21

between 15 and 20

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A newly registered vehicle can be issued____license plates.

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Select the way in which alcohol affects you.

it increases your preception

it gives you better cognitive function

it improves your coordination

it slows your reaction time

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The factors that affect your stopping distance for your vehicle is:

your reaction distance

your perception distance

all of these answers are correct

braking distance

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An inspection of a newly purchased motor vehicle or motorcycle must occur within____days of registration.

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This color of light indicates you must always come to a complete stop at an intersection.

any color if it's flashing

yellow

red

green

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Taking a prescription drug or an over the counter medicine at the same time as consuming alcohol will:

result in a reduced effect of alcohol due to the medication

not have any effect on the other

result in alcohol helping reduce a cold

potentially multiply the effects of the alcohol

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

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.

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.

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Select the incident in which you can use your horn.

to warn others of possible trouble

to avoid a collision

to make a slow driver speed up

to avoid a collion and to warn others of possible trouble

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This sign indicates:

railroad ahead

work zone ahead

stop ahead

school zone ahead

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What is the maximum number of years that an insurance company’s merit rating plan can increase premiums for traffic violations or at-fault accidents?

10 years

8 years

5 years

4 years

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You need to provide_____to change the gender identity on a license or ID card following a gender change.

provide proof os a sex reassignment surgery

proof of your court-approved name change

a new license application with your new designated gender

a properly completed Massachusetts Gender Designation Form signed by you doctor and / or social service provider

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You should____when another vehicle is in danger of hitting you.

activate your emergency flashers

make hand gestures

avoid making eye contatct with the other driver

sound a sharp blast on your horn

22 / 25

A flashing yellow arrow indicates:

you can proceed in the direction of the arrow with caution

you can proceed in the opposite dirction of the arrow with caution

you may proceed straight ahead

you must come to a full stop

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

driving in opposite direction

merging to the left

driving in the same direction

merging to the right

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This sign indicates:

no right turn

no left turn

do not enter ahead

u-turn not permitted

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

the DMV

no one

the commissioner of insurance

the secretary of state

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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