1) Which of the following can cause reckless driving?

A: anger
B: stress
C: anxiety
D: all of the above
E: none of the above

2) When necessary to follow behind a motorcycle,

A: keep a 4-second gap between you and the motorcycle
B: use your high beam headlights to warn the motorcycle of your presence
C: keep 2 car lengths between you and the motorcycle
D: allow another vehicle to get between you and the motorcycle
E: flash your headlamps to signal when you want to pass

3) If you cause a backup of _____ cars behind you, you should pull over and let them pass.

A: 3
B: 10
C: 5
D: 8
E: 7

4) Who should yield on narrow, steep roads?

A: the driver traveling uphill
B: the driver traveling downhill
C: the driver nearest the mountain
D: the driver with the bigger vehicle
E: the driver on the outside edge

5) Texting or talking on a cell phone while driving is like driving with a blood alcohol level of

A: .01
B: .03
C: .04
D: .06
E: .08

6) If you find yourself becoming oblivious to your surroundings while driving, you should

A: focus on the shoulder line
B: turn up the heater
C: pull off and get some rest
D: focus on the front tip of your hood
E: turn on the inside light

7) "Covering the brakes" means

A: keeping your foot on the pedal
B: keeping the rubber boot on the brake pedal
C: keeping your foot poised over the pedal
D: keeping one foot on the gas, and the other on the brake
E: repairing brake pads

8) When making a turn, you need to signal at least _____ feet before the turn.

A: 100
B: 200
C: 300
D: 400
E: 500

9) What type of line would mark the center of a two-way road?

A: solid white
B: solid yellow
C: broken white
D: double white
E: diagonal

10) You may make a right turn on a red signal after you

A: look right, then left
B: slow down to 3 mph
C: slow down long enough to see that the intersection is clear
D: come to a complete stop
E: honk at pedestrians

11) Driving is a

A: privilege
B: right
C: requirement for people 16 years and older
D: ability
E: danger-free activity

12) The speed limit in a residential neighborhood is no more than

A: 10 mph
B: 15 mph
C: 25 mph
D: 35 mph
E: 50 mph

13) Safe driving means planning ahead for bad

A: accidents
B: luck
C: weather
D: days
E: news

14) On a non-divided residential street, you may pass a school bus displaying red signals

A: if there are no children present
B: if you are approaching the school bus from the front
C: if you are traveling in the opposite direction
D: on a non-divided street, you may never pass a school bus displaying red signals
E: if it is a sports team bus

15) Using high beams in fog

A: reduces visibility by increasing glare
B: cuts through fog and increases visibility
C: is optional
D: decreases condensation inside a vehicle
E: is recommended when it's raining

16) Before driving an unfamiliar vehicle, make sure you know where the _____ is.

A: turn signal
B: gas can
C: hazard light switch
D: power window switch
E: glove box

17) The best way to avoid hazards while driving is to

A: look straight ahead
B: think positive thoughts
C: anticipate what's coming up
D: watch in your rear-view mirror
E: keep your head lamps on at all times

18) When entering a freeway, you should

A: allow for a 1.5 second gap
B: stop and check all blind spots
C: not cause drivers behind you to hit their brakes
D: move to the middle lane as quickly as possible
E: be approaching at the posted speed limit

19) Good drivers have

A: fewer tickets and crashes
B: cool heads
C: good driving attitudes
D: all of the above
E: none of the above

20) Where are you most likely to encounter fog?

A: in a low lying area
B: on a hill
C: in a tunnel
D: after sunset
E: on an open roadway

21) If you have to have your windshield wipers on, it's a good idea to also use your

A: sunglasses
B: horn
C: parking brake
D: headlights
E: flashers

22) Your horn should be used for

A: warning other drivers when going around a blind corner
B: berating a foolish driver
C: removing farm animals from the road
D: all of the above
E: none of the above

23) One way to avoid over-heating your brakes when traveling on a steep, downhill grade is to

A: shift to a lower gear
B: use your emergency brake instead of your foot brake
C: turn on your heater
D: shift to neutral
E: coast

24) Brake lights on freeways invite

A: law enforcement
B: panic
C: sudden lane changing
D: both B and C
E: positive driving habits

25) When it is necessary to look away from the road, you can limit your danger by

A: taking quick glances
B: taking a long gaze
C: relying on a passenger
D: both A and C
E: both B and C

26) When turning while backing up, your front wheels

A: can easily cause a skid
B: swing in a wider arc
C: go faster than the rear wheels
D: can hydroplane
E: are controlling the vehicle

27) A horn blast should be used when

A: a horseback rider is near your lane
B: going around blind or narrow turns
C: another driver makes a mistake
D: you need to get the attention of a slow driver
E: pedestrians are slow to clear the crosswalk

28) If you start to hydroplane, which of the following should you do?

A: put a heavy load on the rear end of your vehicle
B: take your foot off the gas
C: brake harder than normal
D: drive faster than normal
E: turn into the skid

29) When a school bus is flashing red lights on an undivided residential road, which vehicles are required to stop?

A: oncoming vehicles
B: vehicles following the bus
C: all vehicles on the road
D: other school buses
E: vehicles carrying children

30) _____ is a leading cause of intersection deaths.

A: Following too closely
B: Turning left onto a one-way street
C: Running a red light
D: Traffic light malfunctions
E: not using turn signals

31) Drivers who go too slowly are just as _____ as drivers who go too fast.

A: annoying
B: dangerous
C: aggravating
D: particular
E: courteous

32) Which of the following will help someone behind the wheel feel calm and relaxed?

A: deep breathing
B: rolling the shoulders
C: both A and B
D: stimulants
E: none of the above

33) What kind of road conditions should you be aware of when driving near motorcycles?

A: debris and/or gravel on the road
B: grooved surfaces
C: wet pavement
D: all of the above
E: a and b only

34) _____ is the critical factor in the distance it takes to stop your vehicle.

A: Reaction time
B: Tire tread
C: Brake fluid level
D: Vehicle control
E: Tire pressure

35) Speeding is permitted when passing another vehicle

A: if the other vehicle is going too slowly
B: speeding is never permitted
C: on open highways
D: on mountain roads
E: on a divided highway

36) You should stay _____ behind an emergency vehicle in action.

A: 4 car lengths
B: 100 feet
C: 300 feet
D: 500 feet
E: 700 feet

37) If you start to feel sleepy while driving,

A: hurry up to get to your destination
B: get some fresh air
C: increase the heat within your vehicle
D: watch the lane lines
E: use the air conditioner

38) Keep in mind when driving behind a big rig, these trucks weigh _____ and therefore cannot stop quickly.

A: too much
B: 30 - 40 tons
C: 1500 pounds
D: 1 - 2 tons
E: less than you think

39) You should use headlights from

A: 7am to 8pm
B: morning till night
C: sunset until sunrise
D: 7pm to 7am
E: 6am to 7pm

40) If you are required to wear glasses while driving, you have a _____ license.

A: false
B: restricted
C: bothersome
D: special
E: unadorned

41) When passing a bicycle, allow at least _____ feet between your car and the bicycle.

A: 3
B: 5
C: 10
D: 15
E: 25

42) When your vision is affected by alcohol, what else is affected?

A: reaction time
B: ability to judge distance
C: sense of speed
D: all of the above
E: none of the above

43) A blue curb marking represents a

A: no parking zone
B: loading and unloading zone
C: passenger drop-off area
D: handicap zone
E: fire lane

44) At what distance should headlights be dimmed to oncoming traffic?

A: 100 feet
B: 200 feet
C: 500 feet
D: 700 feet
E: 1000 feet

45) Pavement is most slippery

A: after a heavy downpour
B: at the start of a rain shower
C: during a drought
D: in the winter
E: on overpasses

46) Which of the following is NOT key controlling equipment on a vehicle?

A: gas pedal
B: radiator
C: steering wheel
D: brakes
E: all of the above

47) Driving defensively requires you to

A: plan ahead
B: plan to be late
C: drive with both hands on the wheel
D: see clearly
E: drive assertively

48) If you can't see 200 feet in all directions,

A: avoid making a left turn onto a one-way street
B: replace your windshield
C: don't make a U-turn
D: slow down to 35 mph
E: pull over

49) Your headlights should be on

A: from sunset until sunrise
B: when a train is approaching
C: whenever you leave your house
D: when driving on the freeway
E: all of the above

50) If a big rig is approaching an uncontrolled intersection, a smart thing to do before pulling out in front of it is to:

A: honk your horn
B: flash your lights
C: spin your wheels
D: wait for the truck to pass through the intersection
E: use hand signals