Illinois Permit Practice Test

Are you preparing to take the Illinois state DMV’s written knowledge test? Well, then maybe it’s time to sharpen up your know-how in our Illinois DMV permit practice test and see if you have what it takes to pass! Think you know all your Illinois-specific road signs, the rules of the road, or how to drive properly and keep yourself safe on the road? Well, our Illinois permit practice test here aims to help you study and prepare for the real thing…

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Illinois Permit Practice Test

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1) What is the maximum speed limit in most urban areas in Illinois unless otherwise posted?

A) 25 mph

B) 30 mph

C) 35 mph

D) 40 mph

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2) What is the speed limit in residential areas in Illinois unless otherwise posted?

A) 30 mph

B) 25 mph

C) 35 mph

D) 20 mph

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3) What should you do if you see a pedestrian at a crosswalk in Illinois?

A) Continue driving if the pedestrian is not in your lane

B) Stop, regardless of whether the crosswalk is marked or unmarked

C) Drive through quickly before the pedestrian crosses

D) Honk your horn to alert the pedestrian

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4) In Illinois, what should you do if you approach a school bus with its red lights flashing?

A) Honk your horn to warn other drivers

B) Pass the bus if there are no children present

C) Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing and the bus moves

D) Slow down and pass the bus cautiously

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5) When should you dim your high beams for oncoming traffic in Illinois?

A) When you are within 300 feet of an oncoming vehicle

B) When you are within 100 feet of an oncoming vehicle

C) When you are within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle

D) High beams should never be used

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6) In Illinois, what should you do if you encounter a work zone while driving?

A) Speed up to get through quickly

B) Drive closely behind the vehicle ahead of you

C) Ignore the work zone signs

D) Slow down and follow the posted work zone speed limits

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7) What should you do if you approach a stop sign at an intersection with no other cars present in Illinois?

A) Come to a complete stop, then proceed when safe

B) Yield to imaginary vehicles

C) Slow down and continue without stopping

D) Proceed without stopping if no other vehicles are present

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8) What is the minimum age for obtaining a learner’s permit in Illinois?

A) 15 years old

B) 14 years old

C) 16 years old

D) 17 years old

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9) What should you do if your vehicle stalls on the highway in Illinois?

A) Push the vehicle off the road

B) Exit the vehicle immediately

C) Stay in the vehicle and wait for help

D) Turn on your hazard lights and try to pull over

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10) What does a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black “T” symbol indicate?

A) No turns allowed

B) Truck stop ahead

C) Stop sign ahead

D) T-intersection ahead

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11) In Illinois, how far ahead should you signal before turning?

A) 100 feet

B) 150 feet

C) 50 feet

D) 200 feet

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12) In Illinois, how far must you park from a crosswalk?

A) 15 feet

B) 25 feet

C) 10 feet

D) 20 feet

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13) What is the legal Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit for drivers aged 21 and over in Illinois?

A) 0.10%

B) 0.02%

C) 0.08%

D) 0.05%

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14) In Illinois, when must headlights be used?

A) Between sunset and sunrise, or during adverse weather conditions

B) From dusk to dawn

C) Only during foggy conditions

D) Only when driving on highways

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15) What is the purpose of a "No Zone" around large trucks in Illinois?

A) It's a reserved lane for trucks

B) It's a special parking area for trucks

C) It's a truck driver's blind spot

D) It's an area for passing trucks

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16) When must you use your turn signals in Illinois?

A) 200 feet before turning

B) At least 50 feet before turning

C) Only when there is heavy traffic

D) At least 100 feet before turning

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17) A white rectangular sign that says “Left Lane Must Turn Left” indicates:

A) No left turns allowed

B) You may only turn left from the left lane

C) The left lane is for passing only

D) The left lane is for U-turns only

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18) In Illinois, what is the penalty for using a handheld cell phone while driving?

A) A fine and possible license suspension

B) Only points on your driving record

C) A warning only

D) No penalty unless an accident occurs

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19) In Illinois, when are you allowed to pass another vehicle on the right?

A) Only when driving below 25 mph

B) Only during daylight hours

C) When the vehicle ahead is making a left turn

D) Only on highways with two or more lanes in each direction

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20) In Illinois, how far must you stay behind a fire truck with its lights flashing?

A) 500 feet

B) 200 feet

C) 100 feet

D) 300 feet

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