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25 questions written from the Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112), covering signals and pavement markings, hazards, weather and night driving, emergencies, parking, alcohol and drugs and more. 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 1What does the hand and arm signal with the left arm extended downward mean?

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    A: Slow down or stop. With the left arm extended down, the driver is signaling to slow down or stop. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Signaling, page 30.

  2. Question 2If you drive a manual-transmission vehicle, what should you do at a railroad crossing?

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    D: Shift down before reaching the tracks and don't change gears while crossing. Shift down before the tracks, and don't change gears while crossing to avoid stalling. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Railroad Crossing, page 34.

  3. Question 3When towing one vehicle with another using a drawbar, the distance between them should usually not exceed:

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    C: 15 feet. Towing must use a drawbar, the distance between the vehicles should usually not exceed 15 feet, and the towed vehicle should be coupled with two chains or cables. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Disabled Vehicles, page 45.

  4. Question 4When parallel parking on a two-way street, your right-hand wheels should be within how many inches of the curb?

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    B: 12 inches. Park with the right-hand wheels parallel to and within 12 inches of the curb. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Parallel Parking, page 35.

  5. Question 5Illinois law prohibits driving with a THC concentration of how much or more per milliliter of whole blood?

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    C: 5 nanograms. It is illegal to drive with 5 nanograms or more of THC per milliliter of whole blood, or 10 nanograms or more per milliliter of other bodily substance. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Blood-Alcohol Concentration (BAC)/Presence of Drugs, page 48.

  6. Question 6What does a round yellow sign with a black X and the letters RR mean?

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    A: Railroad crossing ahead. The round yellow RR sign is an advance warning that a railroad crossing is ahead. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Railroad Crossings, page 81.

  7. Question 7Within how many days of moving must you notify the Secretary of State of your new address?

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    A: 10 days. Illinois drivers must report an address change to the Secretary of State within 10 days of moving. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Changing the Name/Address on an Illinois Driver's License/ID Card, page 6.

  8. Question 8Under Illinois law, which cellphone use is allowed for a 25-year-old driver in moving traffic?

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    C: Hands-free or Bluetooth calling. Illinois bans handheld phone use, texting and other electronic communication while driving. Hands-free or Bluetooth use is allowed for drivers 19 and older. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Distracted Driving, page 22.

  9. Question 9What is the speed limit in an Illinois alley unless otherwise posted?

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    B: 15 mph. The default speed limit in alleys is 15 mph. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Speed Limits, page 24.

  10. Question 10What is a two-way left turn lane used for?

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    A: Making left turns from either direction, at intersections or into and out of mid-block driveways. A two-way left turn lane gives drivers from both directions a safe place to turn left at intersections or into and out of mid-block driveways. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Two-Way Left Turn Lane, page 32.

  11. Question 11What is the minimum distance you must leave when passing a bicyclist in Illinois, including one in a bike lane?

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    B: 3 feet. Keep at least 3 feet from a bicyclist when passing on any road, including a bicyclist on the shoulder or in a bike lane. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Passing, page 28.

  12. Question 12You are on the road that ends at a T intersection with no signs or signals. Who has the right of way?

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    C: Traffic on the through road. A driver on the ending (terminating) road of a T intersection with no signs or signals must yield to traffic on the through road. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Right of Way, page 26.

  13. Question 13Into which lane should you complete a left turn?

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    D: The lane closest to your intended direction. Complete a left turn into the lane closest to the direction you intend to go. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Turning, page 31.

  14. Question 14Within how many feet of an intersection or railroad crossing is passing prohibited on a two-lane, two-way road?

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    B: 100 feet. Passing is not allowed within 100 feet of an intersection or railroad crossing. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Passing, page 29.

  15. Question 15How do you signal a left turn by hand?

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    D: Left arm straight out to the left. For a left turn, extend your left hand and arm straight out to the left. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Signaling, page 30.

  16. Question 16When may you drive onto a railroad crossing?

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    B: Only when there is room on the other side for your vehicle without blocking the tracks. Don't enter a crossing unless there is enough space on the other side for your vehicle without blocking the tracks. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Railroad Crossing, page 33.

  17. Question 17A vehicle left along an interstate or toll highway may be towed at the owner's expense after how long?

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    D: Two hours. On an interstate, expressway or toll highway, police may have a vehicle towed after two hours; urban highways 10 hours; non-urban highways 24 hours. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Disabled Vehicles, page 45.

  18. Question 18Can you park in the striped area next to an accessible parking space if you have a disability placard?

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    D: No, the striped area is part of the reserved space and may not be used for parking. The striped access area is part of the reserved space. No vehicle may park there, even with a disability placard or plates. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Parking for Persons with Disabilities, page 35.

  19. Question 19How must cannabis be transported in a vehicle in Illinois?

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    A: In a sealed, odor-proof, child-resistant container. Cannabis may be transported only in a sealed, odor-proof, child-resistant container, and no one may use cannabis in the vehicle. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Medical and Recreational Cannabis (Marijuana), page 48.

  20. Question 20In rural areas, how far before a railroad crossing may the round advance warning sign be posted?

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    D: Up to 750 feet. The round RR advance warning sign may be placed up to 750 feet before the crossing. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Railroad Crossings, page 81.

  21. Question 21After a legal name change, how soon must you apply for a corrected Illinois driver's license?

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    B: Within 30 days. A corrected driver's license or ID card must be applied for within 30 days of a legal name change. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Changing the Name/Address on an Illinois Driver's License/ID Card, page 6.

  22. Question 22Is holding your phone and using the speakerphone considered hands-free in Illinois?

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    B: No, it is a violation. Holding the device while using speakerphone is not hands-free and violates Illinois law. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Distracted Driving, page 22.

  23. Question 23What is the Illinois school zone speed limit when it applies?

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    B: 20 mph. In a school zone the limit is 20 mph on school days between 6:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. when children are present and signs are posted. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Speed Limits, page 24.

  24. Question 24Which of these is required for slow-moving vehicles on a multilane road?

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    B: Use the right-hand lane except when passing or turning left. Slow vehicles must use the right-hand lane except when passing or turning left. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Lane Usage, page 29.

  25. Question 25What is the 'Dutch Reach'?

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    A: Opening the car door with your far (right) hand so you turn to check for traffic and bicyclists. The Dutch Reach means opening the door with your right hand, which turns your body so you check for oncoming vehicles and bicyclists before opening. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Lane Usage, page 30.

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