vermont
CDL Practice Test

Welcome to the Vermont CDL practice test site. As you prepare to obtain your CDL in Vermont, have this site be a guide for practicing common test questions. You can take these practice tests and questions as many times as you like, all of the driving tests on this site are completely free and aimed at helping you prepare to take the Vermont CDL test. You will be presented with 40 questions and you must answer 34 questions correctly to pass. There is a 50-minute time limit. You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.

1 / 40

What is the most important reason for doing a school bus inspection?

For safety required by federal, state, and local laws.

To check for flat tires.

To give the mechanic something to do.

To assist the school principal with their report.

2 / 40

Make sure that____when the front trailer supports are up and the trailer is resting on the tractor.

the safety latch is in the open position

there is enough clearance between the landing gear and the tractor frame

the kingpin has been removed

there is enough clearance between the lower and upper fifth wheel

3 / 40

How high should you crank the landing gear?

so that you can clear railroad tracks

for it to be 6 inches above the ground

as high up as it will go

until the crank handle is loose

4 / 40

What is the purpose of a baffle?

It stops side to side surging.

It controls the surge of liquid forward and backwards.

It makes it easier to clean the tanker out.

It allows you to haul loads that are mixed.

5 / 40

In what position should the converter dolly air tank drain valve be in for double trailer combination?

in a closed position

in a halfway closed position

in a 1/3 open position

in an open position

6 / 40

What must vehicles with air brakes have?

a minimum of 2 air tanks

an air pressure gauge that shows the pressure available for braking

an air pressure gauge that shows how much air is used by the brake chambers for braking

all of these answers are correct

7 / 40

How far before a railroad crossing should you stop your bus?

100 feet exactly

50 to 75 feet

15 to 50 feet

10 to 35 feet

8 / 40

Select the situation in which you should use the hand valve to park a combination vehicle.

in no situation

during the winter

when parking at loading docks

when parking on a grade

9 / 40

A placarded vehicle must have at least ___ placards?

three

four

six

two

10 / 40

____is the most common type of foundation brakes used by heavy vehicles.

S-Cam drum

Rectangle brakes

None of the answers listed

Wedge drum

11 / 40

You should be in the proper gear before going down a hill because:

water may build up in the air tanks if you do not rely on the engine brake

it builds up the air pressure in the air tanks

it helps control your speed better

brakes may fail or fade from excessive heat due to relying on them too much and not using the engine brake effect

12 / 40

What does the amount of liquid allowed in the tank depend on?

The legally allowed weight limits.

All answers listed.

Whether and how much the liquid will expand during the trip.

The size of the tank.

13 / 40

For any flatbed load you must have at least ____ tie downs.

one

two

six

four

14 / 40

If you have riders on board, you must never refuel:

At any time.

In a closed building.

Unless on a scenic tour bus.

With any window open.

15 / 40

The parking brakes should be used____in air brake vehicles.

only during post trip inspection

as rarely as possible

only when parked on an incline

every time the vehicle is parked

16 / 40

This should be cleaned and then adjusted properly while inside the cab.

The windshield

The headlights

The mirrors

The lug bolts

17 / 40

Select the true statement about dual air brake systems.

there is a single set of brake controls

one system controls the front axle and the other controls the rear axle

there is a primary system and a secondary system

all of these answers are correct

18 / 40

Which is more likely to tip over due to the crack the whip effect?

a fully loaded trailer behind the tractor

the last trailer of a triple

the last trailer of a double

any trailer

19 / 40

Which of the following is a reason to evacuate the school bus?

The bus abs warning light is on.

The bus is stalled on a shoulder of a 4-lane divided highway and it is getting hot inside.

The bus is stalled on a rail road track, but there is no train in sight.

A child set off a stink bomb inside the bus.

20 / 40

Select the reason as to why you should not use the trailer hand valve while driving.

the trailer brakes will not be evenly applied

it releases too much air from the system

it should not be used on dry roads due to road conditions

it could cause the trailer to skid

21 / 40

You must be alert for road hazards so that:

You will have time to plan your escape if the hazard becomes an emergency.

Accident reports will be accurate.

Law enforcement personnel can be called.

You can help impaired drivers.

22 / 40

Select the false statement about tractor protection valves.

air is allowed to leak from the tractor line when it is closed

should the trailer air leak, it keeps the air in the tractor

if the air pressure is low it will automatically close

the trailer air supply valve in the cab controls it

23 / 40

Do not tow or push a disabled bus with riders aboard the vehicle, unless:

Bus is on a drawbridge.

You are also a class a tow truck driver.

Getting off the bus would be unsafe.

Your employer tells you to.

24 / 40

Where can you find a shipper’s certification?

On all packages.

There is no such thing.

On the original shipping paper.

It is a separate document that all hazmat drivers must keep in their vehicles.

25 / 40

When is it best to wear your seat belt?

Only if your bus holds more than 27 people.

Only if required by company policy.

Only when you will be driving over 35 mph.

Always.

26 / 40

What is the stopping distance for a tractor trailer that is traveling at 55 mph on dry pavement?

about 600 feet with is about two football field lengths

about 300 feet which is about a football field length

about 150 feet which is 1/2 of a football field

about 200 feet which is 2/3 of a football field

27 / 40

Select the true statement about what the Air Compressor Governor controls:

it controls when air is released from the storage tank

it controls when the brakes will be applied

it controls when the air compressor pumps air into the storage tanks

it controls when the warning system is activated

28 / 40

To be sure that air is supplied to the second trailer:

while driving at 10 mph, use the hand valve. The vehicle should stop in the same distance of a single trailer moving at 5 mph

crank the engine brake

keep an eye of the air gauge for a drop of 30 psi

open the emergency line shut off at the back of the second trailer

29 / 40

Which of the following statements about downshifting is NOT true?

downshift when you get to the bottom of a hill

downshift before climbing a hill

downshift before entering a curve

downshift before starting down a hill

30 / 40

What color are all school buses painted?

Orange yellow.

National school bus yellow.

Florescent yellow.

The individual district decides the exact color.

31 / 40

You should check the_____when loading small tanks equipped with bulkheads.

expansion rate

percentage of water

distribution of the weight

fuel to air ratio

32 / 40

A leak rate for a straight truck or bus air brake system should not exceed _____psi per minute when the engine is off and the brakes are released.

33 / 40

You should_____when checking the slack adjusters on S-Cam brakes.

pull on the slack adjuster while the parking brakes are on

pull hard on each slack adjuster while wearing gloves

pull on the slack adjusters after draining the air from the system

make sure there is an inch of leeway in each direction for the slack adjuster

34 / 40

What is the brake system that applies and releases the brakes when the brake pedal is used?

engine brake system

none of the answers listed

service brake system

lock brake system

35 / 40

What do you need to do to supply air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

open up the shutt off valves on the rear of the first trailer and close the shut off valve at the back of the second trailer

none of the answers listed

close the shut off valves at the back of each trailer

open the shut off valve at the back of both trailers

36 / 40

When should you avoid using the parking brake?

whenever you park

when the brakes are hot

when the air pressure is low

while on an incline

37 / 40

Remember to_____to prevent rollovers.

all answers listed

have the load as low to the ground as possible

drive slowly around turns

have the load centered

38 / 40

Which of the following statements about special danger of loading and unloading is true?

Students should be told to remain seated while the bus is in motion.

Students should be told to pick up any dropped objects as long as it is not under the bus.

Students should be told not to use the handrails when exiting the bus due to the possibility of causing a clothing hang up.

Students should be told to leave any dropped objects and move to the point of safety out of danger and get the driver's attention to retrieve the object.

39 / 40

Buses may carry small-arms ammunition labeled ORM-D, emergency hospital supplies, and drugs. However, buses must never carry:

More than 250 pounds total of all allowed hazardous materials.

More than 1000 pounds total of allowed hazardous materials, and no more than 200 pounds of any one class.

More than 750 pounds total of allowed hazardous materials, and no more than 100 pounds of any one class.

More than 500 pounds total of allowed hazardous materials, and no more than 100 pounds of any one class.

40 / 40

Which trailer is more likely to roll over when pulling 3 trailers?

the tractor

the last trailer

the first trailer

the second trailer

Your score is

The average score is 22%

5/5 - (1 vote)

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How To Get A vermont Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in Vermont, applicants must meet the following age eligibility requirements.

Be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within Vermont only).
Be at least 21 years old to operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside of Vermont).

Vermont CDL applicants must be certified that they are medically fit to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Applicants are required to submit the following documents.

(Form TA-VL-33) CDL Medical Certification
Medical Examiner Certificate

Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in Vermont. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

Vermont CDL Endorsements

H – Hazmat Vehicles
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
S – School Bus
T – Double or Triple Trailer
X – Combination Tank Vehicles and Hazmat Vehicles

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vermont CDL License Test Tips

All Vermont CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the Vermont test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The Vermont skills test can be taken 14 days after applicants pass the knowledge test. It includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills and on-road driving. Applicants must pass each section.

Military veterans and current military members can apply to have the skills exam waived if they meet the requirements. To qualify for a waiver, applicants must:

Be employed by the military within 1 year of submitting the application.
Have operated a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties for at least 2 years.
Have been discharged from the military within the past 12 months.
Submit (Form TA-VL-54) Application for Military Skills Test Waiver signed by the applicant’s commanding officer.

Additional Information

Information on the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles

The Vermont Agency of Transportation Department of Motor Vehicles administers CDL license testing and regulations in Vermont. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://dmv.vermont.gov/licenses/types-of-licenses-ids/commercial-drivers-license-cdl

Phone: 802.828.2000

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