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Illinois Secretary of State permit practice test 11

25 questions written from the Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112), covering safe and defensive driving, sharing the road, signals and pavement markings, road signs, licensing laws and penalties. Pick an answer to see straight away whether you're right and why. The real Illinois Secretary of State test has 35 questions and you need 28 right.

25 questions
  1. Question 1How far behind your car must your rearview mirror let you see?

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    B: 200 feet. One rearview mirror is required that lets you see at least 200 feet behind your car. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Required Equipment, page 92.

  2. Question 2How many bicyclists may ride side by side on an Illinois roadway, if traffic is not impeded?

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    B: Two. Bicyclists may ride two abreast if they don't impede traffic. More than two abreast is prohibited except on paths set aside for bicycles. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Bicycles — Manual, Gas or Electric Powered, page 43.

  3. Question 3In an urban area, a white stop line is usually painted how far before the crosswalk?

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    B: 4 feet. The white stop line is usually 4 feet before the crosswalk in urban areas. Stop before any part of your vehicle crosses it. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): White Stop Line, page 80.

  4. Question 4A pedestrian crosswalk sign may come with what added device to increase driver awareness?

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    A: A yellow flashing beacon. Pedestrian crosswalk signs may have a yellow flashing beacon on them to alert drivers to the crossing and pedestrians. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Pedestrian Crosswalk, page 68.

  5. Question 5How many hours of supervised practice driving must Illinois drivers under 18 complete before getting a license?

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    C: 50 hours, including 10 at night. Drivers under 18 need at least 50 hours of supervised behind-the-wheel practice, including 10 hours at night, in addition to driver education. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Obtaining an Instruction Permit, page 16.

  6. Question 6A load extends 4 feet or more past the rear of your vehicle during the day. What must you do?

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    B: Mark it with a red flag. Loads extending 4 feet or more to the rear need a red flag during the day and a red light visible for 500 feet at night or in poor visibility. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Restricted Equipment, page 93.

  7. Question 7What is the minimum age to operate a Class 3 low-speed electric bicycle in Illinois?

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    D: 16. Class 3 e-bike riders must be at least 16. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Bicycles — Manual, Gas or Electric Powered, page 44.

  8. Question 8When a two-way left turn lane is provided, may you make a left turn from a different lane?

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    D: No, a left turn may not be made from any other lane. When a two-way left turn lane is provided, you may not make a left turn from any other lane. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Two-Way Left Turn Lanes, page 80.

  9. Question 9Why are advance warning signs such as SIGNAL AHEAD often used in high-speed areas?

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    D: Because it takes a longer distance to slow down or stop. Advance warning signs are used in high-speed areas because of the longer distance needed to slow down or stop. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Stop Ahead/Yield Ahead/Signal Ahead, page 69.

  10. Question 10An approved Illinois driver education course includes at least how much training?

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    B: 30 hours classroom and 6 hours behind the wheel. Approved driver education courses include at least 30 hours of classroom study and six hours of behind-the-wheel training. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Chapter 3: Drivers Under Age 21, page 16.

  11. Question 11Can a TV or video screen be visible from the driver's seat while the vehicle is moving?

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    C: No, it is prohibited. Televisions or video monitors that can be seen from the driver's seat are prohibited while the vehicle is in motion. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Restricted Equipment, page 93.

  12. Question 12A Class 1 low-speed electric bicycle stops providing motor assistance at what speed?

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    B: 20 mph. A Class 1 e-bike assists only while the rider pedals and stops assisting at 20 mph. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Bicycles — Manual, Gas or Electric Powered, page 44.

  13. Question 13What are edge lines on the left side of a divided road?

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    A: Solid yellow. Solid yellow lines mark the left edge of divided roads; solid white lines mark the right edge. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Edge Lines, page 79.

  14. Question 14What does this sign with a crossing plus mark mean?

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    A: Crossroad ahead. The crossroad sign warns of an intersection ahead where traffic may cross. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Intersections Ahead, page 70.

  15. Question 15What are the nighttime driving restrictions for Illinois permit holders and drivers under 18 on Friday and Saturday nights?

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    B: 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.. On Friday and Saturday the GDL nighttime restriction runs from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. (local curfews may differ). Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Graduated Driver Licensing Program, page 18.

  16. Question 16Which lights visible from the front of a private passenger car are prohibited in Illinois?

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    D: Red lights. Red lights visible from the front are prohibited except on police or designated emergency vehicles. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Restricted Equipment, page 93.

  17. Question 17Why might a truck leave an open space on its right just before turning right?

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    C: Large vehicles make wide right turns. Large vehicles make wide right turns and may leave space on the right just before the turn. Don't move into it. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Large Vehicles, page 45.

  18. Question 18What do yellow or white diagonal stripes on the pavement mark?

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    B: Fixed obstructions. Yellow or white diagonal stripes are used to mark fixed obstructions. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Other Markings, page 80.

  19. Question 19What does the small speed sign below a curve warning arrow show?

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    B: The maximum safe speed for the curve or turn. A small sign below the curve or turn arrow may show the maximum safe speed for that curve or turn. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Turns and Curves, page 70.

  20. Question 20What are the GDL nighttime driving restrictions on Sunday through Thursday?

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    D: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.. From Sunday through Thursday, permit holders and drivers in the Initial Licensing Phase may not drive between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. (local curfews may differ). Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Graduated Driver Licensing Program, page 18.

  21. Question 21What safety precaution does the Illinois Rules of the Road give about running a vehicle in a garage?

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    D: Never run a vehicle inside a garage attached to a house. Carbon monoxide is deadly; never run a vehicle inside a garage attached to a house, and have the exhaust system checked every year. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, page 88.

  22. Question 22When following a truck at night, you should:

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    D: Dim your headlights. Always dim headlights when following a truck at night; bright lights reflect off its large side mirrors and blind the driver. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Large Vehicles, page 45.

  23. Question 23What does the slippery pavement sign warn about?

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    D: Conditions, especially when wet, that can make you lose control. The slippery pavement sign warns of conditions that can cause loss of control. Slow down on wet pavement because stopping takes longer. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Slippery Pavement, page 70.

  24. Question 24During the Permit Phase, how many passengers may ride with the permit holder?

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    A: One in the front seat and as many in the back as there are safety belts. Passengers are limited to one in the front seat plus the number of safety belts in the back seat. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Graduated Driver Licensing Program, page 18.

  25. Question 25How can you let a truck driver know you are passing, especially at night?

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    B: Blink your headlights. Blink your headlights when passing a truck to let the driver know, and finish the pass quickly so you don't stay alongside. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Large Vehicles, page 45.

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