2025 Illinois Permit Test 11
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://staging.dmvwrittentest.cheat-sheets.com/en/illinois/car.
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1. This sign means:
Explanation
This sign prohibits right turns. You cannot make a right turn at an intersection where this sign is posted.
2. When approaching a stop sign that is not marked by a crosswalk, drivers should stop their vehicles before entering the intersection.
Explanation
At a stop sign, you must come to a complete stop at the stop line, if there is one. If there is no stop line, you must make a complete stop before entering the crosswalk. If there is no crosswalk, you must stop before entering the intersection.
3. This road sign means:
Explanation
The stop sign is the only eight-sided sign you will see on any roadway. When you encounter a stop sign, you must come to a complete stop. You may not proceed until the way is clear for you to completely and safely pass through the intersection.
4. This sign means:
Explanation
This sign is posted on one-way streets and other roadways where a driver is not allowed to enter. A driver may see this sign if attempting to enter an expressway ramp in the wrong direction.
5. When you see this sign, you:
Explanation
This sign indicates that you are approaching a railroad crossing. You must look, listen, slow down, and prepare to stop. Wait for any trains to pass before you proceed.
6. Signs with orange backgrounds are:
Explanation
The color orange is used only for construction and maintenance warning signs.
7. "No passing zone" signs tell drivers:
Explanation
If you come across a "No passing zone" sign, it is not legal to pass in the indicated area. You are likely driving in an area with restricted visibility where it would be unsafe to pass another vehicle.
8. When driving in fog, you should:
Explanation
Drivers should use low beam headlights when driving in fog. High beams will reflect back at the driver, making it difficult to see.
9. On a freeway, you should look farther ahead than you would on a city street:
Explanation
On the freeway, be ready for changes in traffic conditions. Watch for signals from other drivers. Expect merging vehicles at on-ramps and interchanges and be prepared for rapid changes in road conditions and traffic flow.
10. In inclement weather, you should:
Explanation
When driving during unfavorable weather conditions, avoid slamming on the brakes and making sharp, quick turns. These behaviors will make controlling your vehicle in inclement weather even more difficult.
11. After a train clears a crossing that has flashing signals, drivers may proceed only after the lights have stopped flashing and no second train is coming on another track.
Explanation
At a railroad crossing, a driver may proceed only after the gate is all the way up, the lights are no longer flashing, or the flagger has signaled traffic to proceed. A driver should visually check all the tracks for any additional oncoming trains or railroad equipment before proceeding.
12. It is illegal for persons under age 21 to drive with any trace of alcohol or drugs in their system.
Explanation
It is illegal for anyone to operate a motor vehicle on Illinois highways with any trace of a controlled drug, substance, or intoxicating compound in the blood. Drivers under age 21 will have their driving privileges suspended for three months if they are found to have had any trace of alcohol in their system after being stopped and issued a citation for a traffic violation.
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