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Illinois Secretary of State permit practice test 4

25 questions written from the Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112), covering right of way, turns and intersections, following and passing, signals and pavement markings, hazards, weather and night driving 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 1When pulling out of a driveway or alley onto a street, you must:

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    C: Stop completely and yield to pedestrians and vehicles. Coming out of an alley, building, private road or driveway, stop completely and yield to pedestrians and all vehicles. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Right of Way, page 26.

  2. Question 2You may not make a U-turn on a curve or hill unless you can see how far in every direction?

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    C: At least 500 feet. Don't turn around on curves or hills unless you can see at least 500 feet in all directions. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): U-Turns, page 32.

  3. Question 3Are Illinois construction zones no-passing zones?

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    C: Yes, all construction zones in Illinois are no-passing zones. All construction zones in Illinois are no-passing zones. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Passing, page 29.

  4. Question 4What does flashing both turn signals at once (hazard signal) indicate?

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    A: A disabled or parked vehicle. Flashing both turn signals together indicates a disabled or parked vehicle. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Hazard Signal, page 32.

  5. Question 5Driving in fog, which lights should you use?

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    A: Low beams (dim) or fog lights. In fog, drive with your headlights set on dim (low beams) or use fog lights, not high beams. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Fog, page 84.

  6. Question 6You come upon a traffic crash. Which is a recommended first step?

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    C: Stop in a safe, well-lit place that doesn't block traffic, if you can. If able, stop in a safe, well-lit public place that does not obstruct traffic, then help injured people if needed, call 911, and warn other drivers. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Chapter 7: Traffic Violations/Crashes, page 54.

  7. Question 7When can a vehicle with disability plates use a reserved accessible parking space?

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    C: Only when the authorized holder is present and getting in or out of the vehicle. The authorized placard or plate holder must be present and must get in or out of the vehicle when the parking privilege is used. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Parking for Persons with Disabilities, page 35.

  8. Question 8Which of these can impair your driving the way alcohol does?

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    B: Antihistamines and cold remedies. Many prescription and over-the-counter drugs, including antihistamines, cold remedies and pain relievers, impair safe driving. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Other Drugs, page 49.

  9. Question 9What does a five-sided (pentagon) sign mean?

    fluorescent yellow-green and black pentagon road sign
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    C: School zone or school crossing. The five-sided yellow or yellow-green sign means a school zone or school crossing. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Colors of Signs, page 64.

  10. Question 10When does an Illinois driver's license issued to a driver under 21 expire?

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    C: Three months after the driver's 21st birthday. Licenses for drivers under 21 expire three months after the driver's 21st birthday. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Driver's License/ID Card Renewal, page 8.

  11. Question 11When may an adult Illinois driver use a handheld cellphone?

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    A: While parked on the shoulder of the road. Handheld use is allowed only to report an emergency, while parked on the shoulder, or while stopped because traffic is obstructed with the vehicle in neutral or park. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Distracted Driving, page 22.

  12. Question 12During what hours does the 20 mph Illinois school zone limit apply on school days when children are present?

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    D: 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.. The 20 mph limit applies 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.

  13. Question 13What is a 'street sideshow,' which is illegal in Illinois?

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    A: An event where vehicles block traffic to perform stunts, speed contests or exhibitions of speed. A street sideshow is an event where one or more vehicles block or impede traffic to perform unauthorized stunts, speed contests or exhibitions of speed. It is illegal. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Lane Usage, page 30.

  14. Question 14When is an Illinois driver NOT required to stop for a stopped school bus loading or unloading children?

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    D: When both vehicles are on a four-lane roadway and the bus is stopped in the opposite direction. You need not stop when both vehicles are on a four-lane roadway and the bus is stopped facing the opposite direction. Any other time you must stop. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): School Buses, page 32.

  15. Question 15Your light turns green, but cars are still in the intersection. What should you do?

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    C: Yield to the vehicles still in the intersection. You must yield to vehicles in the intersection even after your light turns green. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Right of Way, page 26.

  16. Question 16In which direction does traffic travel in a roundabout?

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    D: Counter-clockwise. Traffic travels counter-clockwise around the central island of a rotary or roundabout. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Rotary and Roundabout, page 32.

  17. Question 17How much following distance should you leave behind a motorcycle?

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    D: At least three to four seconds. Allow at least three to four seconds behind a motorcycle so the rider has room to maneuver in an emergency. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Following and Stopping Distance, page 42.

  18. Question 18The traffic signals at an intersection are not working. What must you do?

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    C: Treat it as an all-way stop: stop completely, then yield before entering. When traffic signals are out, treat the intersection as an all-way stop, unless police direct otherwise: stop completely, then yield before entering. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Traffic Signals, page 77.

  19. Question 19If the fog becomes too dense to see, the Illinois Rules of the Road says you should:

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    A: Pull off the roadway and stop. If fog is too dense, pull off the roadway and stop. The handbook warns against creeping along at 5-10 mph. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Fog, page 84.

  20. Question 20You damage a parked car and cannot find the owner. What must you do?

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    A: Leave your name, address, phone and plate number on the vehicle, notify police and file required reports. Stop away from traffic, leave your name, address, phone number and plate number on the vehicle, notify police, and complete all required crash reports. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Unattended Vehicles, page 55.

  21. Question 21How close to a fire hydrant may you stand or park in Illinois?

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    B: No closer than 15 feet. Standing or parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant is prohibited. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Prohibited Stopping, Standing, or Parking, page 35.

  22. Question 22Under Illinois' implied consent law, by driving on Illinois roads you agree to:

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    D: Submit to breath, blood, urine or other tests for alcohol or drugs when lawfully requested. Driving on Illinois roads means you automatically consent to chemical testing to determine whether you were under the influence. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Implied Consent Law, page 49.

  23. Question 23What does a yellow pennant-shaped (sideways triangle) sign on the left side of a two-lane road mean?

    yellow and black pennant road sign
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    A: No passing zone. The yellow, three-sided pennant sign marks the beginning of a no-passing zone and is posted on the left side of the road. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Colors of Signs, page 64.

  24. Question 24How often must an Illinois driver aged 87 or older renew their license?

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    B: Every year. Drivers 87 and older must renew annually. Drivers aged 81-86 renew every two years, and most other drivers every four years. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Driver's License/ID Card Renewal, page 8.

  25. Question 25Which headset use is allowed while driving in Illinois?

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    B: A single-sided headset or earpiece with a phone. Headsets are generally banned while driving, but a single-sided headset or earpiece used with a wireless phone is permitted. Illinois Rules of the Road 2026 (DSD A 112): Distracted Driving, page 22.

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