2025 Illinois Permit Test 4

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Illinois. Each permit practice test question has three answer.. Read More

The following questions are from real DMV written tests. These are some of the actual permit questions you will face in Illinois. Each permit practice test question has three answer choices. Select one answer for each question and select "grade this section." You can find this button at the bottom of the drivers license quiz. For a complete list of questions and answers for Illinois please visit https://cheat-sheets.dmv-written-test.com/en/illinois/car.

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25. Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive?

Explanation
A number of drugs can impair your ability to drive, including depressant medications like tranquilizers and sedatives; over-the-counter cough syrups, cold tablets, and allergy medications (which may contain impairing substances like alcohol, codeine, or antihistamines); and illegal drugs.

26. When waiting at an intersection and the traffic signal light turns green, a driver should look to the left and then right before proceeding into the intersection.

Explanation
Even after your light turns green, you must yield the right-of-way to other vehicles or pedestrians that may be in the intersection.

27. "No zones" are areas around trucks where cars:

Explanation
"No zones" are areas around trucks or buses in which cars disappear into the larger vehicle's blind spots. "No zones" can also be defined as areas in which cars are so close to the larger vehicle that they restrict the truck or bus driver’s ability to stop and maneuver safely. A car being in a "No zone" greatly increases the potential for a crash.

28. A curb painted red means:

Explanation
You may not stop, stand, or park at a red-painted curb.

29. Regardless of fault, a crash report must be filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash involves death, bodily injury, or property damage of more than $1,500 (or more than $500 if a vehicle is uninsured).

Explanation
Regardless of fault, a crash report must be filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash involves death, bodily injury, or property damage of more than $1,500. If any vehicle involved in the crash is uninsured, a report must be filed for $500 worth of damage or more.

30. This road sign means:

georgia-do not enter
Explanation
This sign marks a one-way road, entrance, or exit. If you are facing this sign, traffic is coming toward you. Turn around if you are driving toward this sign.

31. When driving in work zones, you should:

Explanation
When entering and driving through a work zone, slow down and be prepared to stop. Obey posted speed limits and be alert to conditions around you. Workers could be present.

32. You should not start across an intersection if you know you will block the intersection when the light turns red:

Explanation
Even if the signal is green, you must not enter an intersection unless you can get completely across before the light turns red. If you block the intersection, you can be cited.

33. Motorcyclists are entitled to use the full width of a traffic lane. A driver should pass a motorcycle the same way a driver would pass another vehicle.

Explanation
Although there may be enough room in the traffic lane for an automobile and a motorcyclist, a vehicle driver should remember that the motorcyclist needs the room to maneuver safely and is entitled to the entire lane. A vehicle driver should not share the lane with motorcyclists.

34. This sign means:

nebraska-hill
Explanation
This sign warns that a steep downgrade is ahead on the road. Drivers should check their brakes.

35. This road sign means:

maryland-intersection
Explanation
Warning signs provide notice to road users of a situation that might not be readily apparent and are usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns drivers of an upcoming intersection so they may prepare for potential traffic or prepare to turn.
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