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Total questions: 90
Worksheet time: 2hrs 30mins
Conviction for which of the following carries the highest number of points?
reckless driving
hit and run with property damage
driving without a license
passing a stopped school bus unloading children
To get a revoked driver's license restored, a person must do which of the following?
I. Obtain permission from the Driver License Section in Raleigh to reapply for a license.
II. Go to a driver license office, pay a restoration fee, and reapply for a license.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
A driver's license is required for which of the following?
I. Sitting in the driver's seat of a car while the engine is running.
II. Steering a car while it is being pushed or towed by another vehicle.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles must.....
place the driver on probation
wait for a court decision before taking action
assign the driver to the Driver Improvement Clinic
revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months
Which of the following happen(s) under the point system?
I. A driver is sent a warning letter when he gets 4 points within 3 years.
II. A driver who gets 12 points within 3 years may lose his license.
1 only
2 only
Both
Neither
When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may happen?
I. The driver can be required to file proof of financial responsibility.
II. The driver can have 3 points deducted if he satisfactorily completes a Driver Improvement Clinic.
1 only
2 only
Both
Neither
A driver will lose his license if he is convicted of...
driving without a license
passing a stopped school bus
failing to yield the right of way
speeding more than 70 mph in a 55 mph zone
Roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which of the following?
I. A drunken person.
II. More than one car.
1 only
2 only
Both
Neither
Which of the following statements about pedestrian deaths is(are) correct?
I. In cities, 2 out of 5 people killed in motor vehicle accidents are pedestrians.
II. Most of the pedestrians killed in all traffic accidents are teenagers.
1 only
2 only
Both
Neither
The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken persons is about
10
25
38
67
When you are walking at night along a road without sidewalks, you should do which of the following?
I. Wear or carry something white.
II. Keep your back to oncoming traffic.
1 only
2 only
Both
Neither
At the intersection shown there are no traffic lights. Who has the right of way?
the person walking
the driver of the car
no one
whoever reaches the intersection first
If you are walking along a road at night, what should you do?
I. Walk on the right-hand side with the traffic.
II. Wear or carry something white.
1 only
2 only
both
Neither
A safe driver does which of the following?
watches the side of the road over the hood to stay in lane
frequently checks the rear view and side mirrors
drinks coffee while driving at night to stay alert
keeps 2 car lengths between his car and the next car on the expressway
As you approach an intersection to make a right turn, you should turn on your car's right turn signal and do which of the following?
I. Steer slightly toward the center of the road to give yourself room to clear the corner.
II. Hold your arm straight out the window.
1 only
2 only
Both
Neither
If you begin to feel sleepy while driving on a long trip, you should do which of the following?
I. Open a window or vent to let in fresh air.
II. Increase your speed.
1 only
2 only
Both
Neither
When driving on a long trip, you should
rest your eyes from time to time by rubbing them
avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds
keep your eyes on the center of the road straight ahead
spend as much time looking in your mirrors as you do looking in front of you
In order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle, you should do which of the following? I. Drive cautiously and use your brake often. II. Check your rear view mirrors often.
1 only
2 only
Both
Neither
Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard? I. Middle-aged drivers II. Slow drivers
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2 only
Both
Neither
Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations?
I. Just after passing the crest of a hill.
II. Just after rounding a curve.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
Which of the following statements concerning speed limit on the open road in North Carolina is (are) correct?
I. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for passenger cars and pickup trucks is 65 mph.
II. The speed limit for a school activity bus is 35 mph.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
Which of the following statements about speed limits for cars in North Carolina is (are) correct?
I. The speed limit outside a city is 55 mph unless otherwise posted.
II. The speed limit inside a city in 25 mph unless otherwise posted.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
Which of the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is (are) correct?
I. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35 mph.
II. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for a school activity bus is 25 mph.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
The car rounding the curve shown has a tendency to follow which path?
a
b
c
d
When rounding a curve, a car tends to
speed up
move to the inside of the curve
stay in the center of the lane
move to the outside of the curve
When rounding a sharp curve, you should do which of the following?
I. Stay as far to the left of your lane as possible.
II. Apply your brake in the sharpest part of the curve.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
The driver of the car shown should
use a low gear when coming down the hill
pump the brake when he reaches the curve
apply the brake firmly and steadily going down the hill
speed up slightly on the curve to maintain control of the car
To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the following?
I. Use a lower gear.
II. Drive in a zigzag pattern.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
Which of the cars shown has made a correct turn?
1
2
3
none
If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two lane road, you should do which of the following?
I. Blow your horn to signal your intention to the driver of the cars ahead.
II. Give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention.
1 only
2 only
Both
neither
Which of the cars shown may pass?
car 1
car 2
both
neither
Which of the cars below can pass safely?
a
b
c
d
Which of the cars shown can pass the truck safely?
1 only
2 only
both
neither
Passing on the right is legal on which of the following?
I. A four-lane highway with 2 lanes going in each direction.
II. On a one-way street
1 only
2 only
both
neither
When backing your car, you should do which of the following?
I. Move at no more than 10 mph.
II. Keep both hands on the steering wheel.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
You are driving car A in heavy traffic. Up ahead you see car B just beginning to leave its parking space. You should
speed up to pass the car pulling out
move a little into the left lane to get out of the way
slow down and be prepared to stop
blow your horn and keep going
Accidents occur most frequently at which of the following?
a
b
c
d
Which car shown must yield?
a
b
c
d
Highway accidents occur most frequently
hills
curves
intersections
bridges
The intersection shown has no traffic lights or signs. In which order should the cars pass through the intersection?
abc
bac
cab
bca
In the situation shown, the right-of-way belongs to the
1 only
2 only
pedestrians only
driver of car 1 and the pedestrians
The intersection shown has no traffic lights or signs. The law gives the right of way to
A only
A then B
B then A
B
You are driving on an interstate highway when a breakdown forces you to the shoulder. You should
sit in the car until help arrives
tie a handkerchief to the left door handle and stand beside the left front fender
raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle
raise the hood and stand-behind the car so drivers of on-coming cars can see you
When driving in heavy traffic, you should do which of the following?
I. Watch out for drivers who make quick stops.
II. Yield to pedestrians only at marked crosswalks.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
When driving on a city street, you should watch out for which of the following?
I. Traffic coming from side streets.
II. Animals or small children darting from between parked cars.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
The most frequent type of accident on interstate highways is
sideswipe collision
running off the road
rear-end collision
head-on collision
When taking a long trip on an interstate highway, you should plan on doing which of the following?
I. Stopping every 100 miles at a rest area.
II. Scheduling some hours of night driving to avoid heavy traffic.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
Studies have shown that under normal conditions the chance of a car being involved in an accident on an interstate highway is greater when the driver
maintains a steady speed
travels considerably below the posted speed limit
travels at the posted speed limit
maintains his position relative to cars in front and behind him in his lane
If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection you should
go to the next intersection and turn there
back up and move into the correct lane for turning
wait until all other cars have cleared the intersection and turn
signal the driver in the car beside you that you intend to turn in front of him
If you come to an unmarked intersection where it is hard to see in all directions because of trees or buildings, you should
drive at the posted speed limit
stop near the center of the intersection and continue if it is safe
slow down and blow your horn to warn drivers who cannot see you
stop at the intersection and move forward slowly
Roads are likely to be especially slick
just after they have been paved
just after it has begun to rain or drizzle
after it has been raining for several hours
. in exceptionally cold, dry weather
A driver may be temporarily blinded at night by which of the following? I. Glare from the headlights of other cars. II. Flame from a match he strikes to light a cigarette.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
The best way to get good traction on hard packed snow is to
put chains on your tires
use snow tires
have lower than usual air pressure your tires
carry heavy weights in your trunk
In which of the following situations should you use your low beam?
I. At night in the city.
II. In fog or misty weather.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
If you miss your exit on an interstate highway, you can do which of the following?
I. Make a U-turn.
II. Go on to the next exit.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
If the driver of an approaching car falls to dim his headlights, you should do which of the following?
I. Watch the road ahead to avoid looking at the lights of the other car.
II. Flick your headlight beams up and down one time.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
When driving in a heavy snowstorm during the day, you should use
parking lights
low-beam headlights
four-way flashers
high-beam headlights
When driving on a highway at night, you should never use your high beam headlights if you are
slowing down for a turn
traveling on a road with no median
goiing down a hill
following another car
If it starts to drizzle while you are driving, you should do which of the following?
I. Slow down because the rain will loosen oil and gravel on the road.
II. Allow at least twice the normal following distance.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
When driving through heavy fog, you should
turn on your bright lights
slow down
follow the car in front of you closer
turn on your parking lights
When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual shift, you should do which of the following?
I. Start in second or high gear.
II. Accelerate rapidly.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
When pulling a trailer down a long, steep hill, you should do which of the following? I. Drive in a lower gear.
II. Keep in the right lane.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
If your brakes fail, you should do which of the following? I. Shift into a lower gear. II. Use the emergency brake.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
Wet brakes can be dried out by doing which of the following?
I. Turning on the heater.
II. Shifting into a lower gear and keeping light pressure on the brake pedal.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
If you have a blowout while traveling at a high speed, you should do which of the following?
I. Apply the brake firmly as soon as you notice the blowout
II. Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
When changing a flat tire, you should do which of the following?
I. Put the vehicle in neutral gear.
II. Block the wheels.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
If your car breaks down on the highway at night, what should you do?
I. Park the car completely off the road.
II. Turn off the high-beam lights.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
If your car breaks down on a highway at night you should do which of the following?
I. Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle.
II. Switch on the parking lights.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
If your vehicle has run off the road onto the shoulder, you should
shift quickly to a lower gear
brake with heavy constant pressure
apply the emergency brake
take your foot off the gas pedal gradually
Skids are likely to occur on which of the following roads?
I. One on which snow has become packed.
II. One that has just been paved.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
If you have to come to a stop on an icy road, you should
use your hand brake
put the brake on hard
apply the brake in short hard jabs
pump the brake pedal lightly
What should you do when you begin to skid?
I. Turn the steering wheel in the direction in which the rear end of the car is skidding.
II. Reduce pressure on the gas pedal.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
A driver who is involved in an accident should do which of the following?
I. Make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agency.
II. Notify his insurance company.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection means which of the following??
I. Slow down and proceed with caution.
I. Stop only if it is necessary to yield the right-of-way.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means
no right turn
yield the right-of-way
no left turn
slow down and proceed with caution
A diamond-shaped sign would be used to warn drivers of which of the following driving hazards.
I. a railroad crossing
II. a deer crossing
1 only
2 only
both
neither
A diamond-shaped traffic sign mean
no left turn
come to a full stop
yield the right-of-way
slow down and drive with care
When can you disregard a signal given by a police officer directing traffic?
I. An emergency vehicle is approaching
II. The officer’s signal is in conflict with a traffic signal.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
What is the main color for signs in highway work zones?
red
white
orange
green
When does the law give a blind pedestrian special consideration at intersections where there are no traffic lights?
I. Only when he is alone.
II. If he holds out a white cane or has a guide dog with him.
1 only
2 only
Both
neither
Which of the following statements about bicycle riders is(are) correct?
I. They must ride their bicycles facing traffic.
II. They are likely to be seriously injured in almost any collision with a car.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
In North Carolina, which of the following are required on all cars?
license plate lights
courtesy lights
fender lights
backup lights
Your brakes need checking if
there is a strong smell of gasoline in the car
the engine stalls at stoplights
lights gusts of wind make the car difficult to control
there is a squeaking nouse when you step on the brake
Which of the following statements about horns and sirens is(are) correct?
I. Every licensed motor vehicle must have a horn.
II. Only law enforcement and emergency vehicle may have sirens.
1 only
2 only
both
neither
Every motor vehicle must be equipped with
a muffler
4-ply tires
mudguards
shoulder harnesses
The system that carries harmful fumes from the engine to the rear of the car and releases them is called the
ignition system
fuel system
suspension system
exhaust system
A leaky exhaust system should be repaired because it
wastes gas and oil
causes the engine to run hot
may allow dangerous fumes to enter the car
makes the engine hard to start and likely to stall
A car that pitches and tosses in normal driving and leans heavily to the side n turns is likely to have trouble in which of the following systems?
ignition
steering
brake
suspension
Which traffic is required to stop if a school bus makes a passenger stop in the far right lane on a five lane street?
all lanes of traffic
Lanes going in the same direction as the school bus.
Lanes going in the opposite direction as the school.
Turning lane only
Maximum speed limit for a full size public school bus in North Carolina is:
55 MPH
35 MPH
45 MPH
25 MPH
