2025 Illinois Permit Test 9
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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1. This sign means:

Explanation
When approaching this sign, you must yield the right-of-way. Slow down and let vehicles and pedestrians crossing your path pass before you proceed. If necessary, stop before going ahead.
2. When completing an emergency roadside stop, it is not necessary to put on your parking brake.
Explanation
Set your parking brake when making an emergency roadside stop. Turn on your emergency flashers to alert other drivers to your presence.
3. This road sign means:

Explanation
Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. This sign warns drivers that the roadway will be slippery when wet and they should reduce their speed accordingly.
4. A railroad crossbuck sign should be treated the same as a yield sign.
Explanation
A railroad crossing crossbuck sign is considered a yield sign and a driver must yield the right-of-way to any oncoming trains and railroad equipment.
5. This sign means:

Explanation
This sign indicates that the right lane ends ahead. A merging maneuver will be required for drivers in that lane.
6. When you approach an octagonal sign, you must:

Explanation
An octagonal (eight-sided) sign always means "Stop." Come to a complete stop, yield to traffic and pedestrians that have the right-of-way, and proceed when the way is clear.
7. This sign means:

Explanation
This sign prohibits right turns. You cannot make a right turn at an intersection where this sign is posted.
8. When you see this road sign, you should:

Explanation
Warning signs are usually yellow with black markings. This sign indicates that a divided highway is beginning and cars should keep to the right.
9. Temporary signs used in construction and maintenance work areas:
Explanation
All temporary signs in work zones have orange backgrounds with black writing and/or symbols.
10. You may cross double yellow lines to pass another vehicle if the:
Explanation
A broken yellow line in the center of the road indicates that traffic next to the broken yellow line may pass, if it is safe to do so.
11. If you come to a railroad crossing with lowered gates and flashing warning lights, you should:
Explanation
You must stop at a railroad crossing where signs, warning devices, or flaggers warn you of the presence of a train. It is illegal to drive around lowered gates.
12. How should a driver proceed if, while within an intersection waiting to make a left turn, the traffic signal light turns red?
Explanation