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Illinois DMV Permit Free Practice Test (15 Questions)

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Where these questions come from

Each question is built from the official Illinois driver manual. The real test asks the same topics with different wording.

Passing score on the real Illinois permit test: 80% (12 of 15 correct here).

Sample Illinois permit-test questions

Below are 4 sample questions from the Illinois question bank. The interactive practice test above randomizes from the same pool.

If a driver who has had a prior DUI or refusal charge within the past five years refuses a chemical test, his or her license will be suspended for ____ years.

  1. 5
  2. 2
  3. 4
  4. 3

Correct answer: D

Explanation: If a driver who has had a prior DUI or refusal charge within the past five years refuses a chemical test,his or her license will be suspended for three years.

This warning sign means

  1. A winding road
  2. Sharp right and left turns are ahead
  3. The road ahead curves to the right
  4. The road ahead curves to the right and then to the left

Correct answer: D

Explanation: This sign indicates a double curve ahead. The road ahead curves to the right and then to the left. (If there were a triple curve ahead, awinding road sign would be posted instead) Slow down, keep right, and do not pass

In order to avoid last-minute braking or the need to turn suddenly, you should _____ while driving in the city.

  1. Use the three-second rule
  2. Look two seconds ahead on the road
  3. Look ten seconds ahead on the road
  4. Use the one-second rule

Correct answer: C

Explanation: In order to avoid last- minute braking or the need to turn suddenly, you should look well down the road-at least ten seconds ahead of your vehicle. Looking well down the road will leave you more time to react to hazards. Plus,you will be able to drive more safely,save on fuel,and steer straighter.

If a driver under the age of 21 receives court supervision for an alcohol-related offense, his or her driver's license will be suspended for

  1. 1 month
  2. 2 months
  3. 6 months
  4. 3 months

Correct answer: D

Explanation: If a driver under the age of 21 is placed under court supervision for an alcohol-related offense,his or her license will be suspended for three months.