Directions: Anyone who drives a motor vehicle on public streets or highways in Minnesota must carry a valid and unexpired driver’s license. If you have never had a driver’s license in any state or country, you must pass a knowledge test and a vision test, apply for an instruction permit, and pass a road test.

The knowledge test for your learner's permit is based on information contained in this driver’s manual. To pass the knowledge test, you must demonstrate a basic understanding of Minnesota traffic laws.

The Knowledge tests include 40 multiple choice questions

If you answer at least 32 questions correctly from the sample tests provided here you will be well prepared to take the knowledge test for your learner's permit.

Number of tests:	24
Number of questions:	40
Passing score:	32

Right turn.
Intersection.
Lane change.
Road curve.

Play the radio loudly so you won’t think about it.
Drive fast on the interstate to let off steam.
Take a few minutes to cool off before you begin your drive home.
Stop at your favorite bar and have a few drinks before driving home.

Only the driver.
Only adult passengers.
Only child passengers.
All of a vehicle's occupants.

Road hazard sign.
Interstate route sign.
School crossing sign.
Speed limit sign.

Minnesota driver's examination

Wait, before you go

Sit in your car and wait for help.
Use your four-way flashers to warn other drivers.
Sound your horn at passing motorists.
Flash your headlights at oncoming traffic.

Slippery when wet.
Tow-away zone.
Steep downgrade.
Roadwork ahead.

Upcoming intersections.
Road construction.
An upcoming curve in the road.
Changes in traffic lanes.

No passing zones.
School zones.
Speed limits.
Railroad crossings.