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Driving test

Total questions: 73

Worksheet time: 38mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Tell me how you’d check that the brakes are working before starting a journey?

a)
Check the air pressure in the tires
b)
Test the radio volume
c)
Press the brake pedal to check if it feels firm and responsive, and listen for any unusual noises when applying the brakes.
d)
Look at the windshield wipers
2.

How do you check if the engine has sufficient oil?

a)

Smell the engine

b)

Count the number of spark plugs

c)

Check the tire pressure

d)

Check the oil level using the dipstick

3.

How would you check that the headlight and tail light are working?

a)

Check the oil level

b)

Smell for any burning odor

c)

Listen for a beeping sound

d)

Turn on the vehicle's lights and visually inspect the front and rear of the vehicle to ensure that both the headlight and tail light are illuminated.

4.

How would you switch on the rear fog light and explain when you would use them?

a)

Press the brake pedal to activate the rear fog light. Rear fog lights are used to indicate that the driver is lost.

b)

Turn on the high beam headlights to activate the rear fog light. Rear fog lights are used to blind other drivers at night.

c)

Activate the rear fog light by honking the horn. Rear fog lights are used to signal that the driver is angry.

d)

Locate the fog light switch on the dashboard and turn it on. Rear fog lights are used in low visibility conditions such as fog, heavy rain, or snow to make the vehicle more visible to other drivers.

5.

How would you know if there was a problem with ABS?

a)
The windshield wipers stop working
b)
ABS warning light stays on
c)
The radio stops working
d)
The air conditioning stops working
6.

How would you check the tires to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road?

a)

Ask a friend to drive behind you and check the tires

b)

Use a tread depth gauge or the penny test to check tread depth, and inspect for signs of damage or wear.

c)

Kick the tires to see if they feel firm

d)

Use a ruler to measure the tire pressure

7.

How would you check if the direction indicators are working?

a)

Turn on the hazard lights and check if all the indicators are working properly.

b)

Turn on the air conditioning and see if it's working

c)

Open the windows and listen for any strange noises

d)

Check the radio volume

8.

How would you check that the windshield wipers are working properly?

a)

Turn on the windshield wipers and see if they move across the windshield smoothly and clear the water effectively

b)

Check the tire pressure

c)

Smell the engine

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

9.

How would you check that the power steering is working before starting a journey?

a)

Turn on the radio and listen for any strange noises

b)

Start the engine and try to turn the steering wheel, it should move easily

c)

Check the oil level

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

10.

How would you know if there was a problem with your car's battery?

a)

The car doesn't start

b)

The radio stops working

c)

The windshield wipers stop working

d)

The air conditioning stops working

11.

How would you check that the horn is working properly?

a)

Press the horn and listen if it makes a sound

b)

Check the tire pressure

c)

Turn on the windshield wipers

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

12.

How would you check that the seat belts are functioning correctly?

a)

Check the oil level

b)

Fasten the seat belt and give it a quick pull to see if it locks

c)

Turn on the radio and listen for any strange noises

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

13.

How would you check that the car's exhaust system is not leaking?

a)

Listen for a hissing or tapping sound coming from the exhaust

b)

Check the tire pressure

c)

Turn on the windshield wipers

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

14.

How would you check if the car's air conditioning system is working properly?

a)

Turn on the air conditioning and see if it cools the car effectively

b)

Check the tire pressure

c)

Press the horn and listen if it makes a sound

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

15.

How would you check that the car's heating system is functioning correctly?

a)

Check the oil level

b)

Turn on the heating system and see if it warms the car effectively

c)

Turn on the radio and listen for any strange noises

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

16.

How would you check that the car's radio is working properly?

a)

Press the horn and listen if it makes a sound

b)

Check the tire pressure

c)

Turn on the radio and see if it plays sound clearly

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

17.

How would you check that the car's brake lights are working properly?

a)

Press the brake pedal and ask someone to check if the brake lights illuminate

b)

Check the tire pressure

c)

Turn on the windshield wipers

d)

Press the horn and listen if it makes a sound

18.

How would you check that the car's mirrors are adjusted correctly?

a)

Check the oil level

b)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

c)

Adjust the mirrors so you can see the rear and sides of the car clearly

d)

Turn on the radio and listen for any strange noises

19.

How would you check that the car's fuel gauge is working properly?

a)

Turn on the car and check if the fuel gauge shows the correct fuel level

b)

Check the tire pressure

c)

Press the horn and listen if it makes a sound

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

20.

How would you check if the car's suspension system is working properly?

a)

Drive the car and see if it bounces excessively

b)

Check the tire pressure

c)

Press the horn and listen if it makes a sound

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

21.

How would you check that the car's coolant level is sufficient?

a)

Check the oil level

b)

Check the coolant level in the reservoir

c)

Turn on the radio and listen for any strange noises

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

22.

How would you check that the car's transmission fluid is at the correct level?

a)

Check the transmission fluid level using the dipstick

b)

Check the tire pressure

c)

Press the horn and listen if it makes a sound

d)

Press the brake pedal to see if it feels firm

23.

The speed limit in a school or residential zone is

a)

35 mph

b)

50 mph

c)

25 mph

d)

none of these

24.

The best way to communicate with other drivers is

a)

hand signals

b)

horn and lights

c)

yelling

d)

none of these

25.

When should you use your signals?

a)

when slowing and stopping

b)

when turning

c)

when changing lanes

d)

all of these

26.

The roads are most slippery

a)

when flooded

b)

in a snow storm

c)

when they have been treated

d)

right after a rainfall

27.

A yield sign looks like

a)

red, white and is a triangle

b)

red octagon

c)

yellow and black pentagon

d)

none of these

28.

The three second rule refers to

a)

the length of a yellow light

b)

how closely you should be following a car

c)

how long you should yield

d)

the length of a red light

29.

A flashing red light means

a)

none of these

b)

a train is coming

c)

stop and then proceed when it is safe to go

d)

yield

30.

You should always yield

a)

to cars that are on your right at an uncontrolled intersection

b)

to cars on the left at an uncontrolled intersection

c)

at a yield sign

d)

both a and c

31.

How do you regain control in a skid?

a)

let off the gas

b)

brake and turn into the skid

c)

turn in the direction that the back of the car is skidding

d)

both a and c

32.

If a tire blows out

a)

grip the wheel firmly

b)

ease off of the gas

c)

slow down gradually and pull off the road

d)

all of these

33.

When going into a curve

a)

slow down before the curve

b)

slow down in the curve

c)

speed up and turn

d)

stop and proceed

34.

If a car is passing you on a two-lane road

a)

slow down and allow them to pass you

b)

speed up

c)

brake and let them pass

d)

none of these

35.

The hand signals for a right turn are

a)

left arm out, palm facing up

b)

left arm straight out

c)

left arm out, palm up

d)

none of these

36.

How far in advance must you use your turn signal?

a)

50 ft

b)

20 ft

c)

100 ft

d)

200 ft

37.

What are you supposed to do with your old license plates?

a)

throw them out

b)

turn them in to the DMV

c)

keep them

d)

resell them

38.

True or False: You must have liability insurance in NJ.

a)

True

b)

False

39.

What do you do if you miss your exit on the highway?

a)

ask for help

b)

pull to the shoulder

c)

brake and back up

d)

go to the next exit

40.

How far away should you stop from a bus that has its red flashing lights on?

a)

5 ft

b)

50 ft

c)

25 ft

d)

30 ft

41.

When should you use your high beams?

a)

on the highway

b)

in town or residential area

c)

open country driving

d)

none of these

42.

When sharing the road with trucks, remember:

a)

they have large blind spots

b)

they make wide right turns

c)

it takes them longer to stop

d)

all of these

43.

The speed limit in a school or residential zone is

a)

35 mph

b)

50 mph

c)

25 mph

d)

none of these

44.

The best way to communicate with other drivers is

a)

hand signals

b)

horn and lights

c)

yelling

d)

none of these

45.

When should you use your signals?

a)

when slowing and stopping

b)

when turning

c)

when changing lanes

d)

all of these

46.

The roads are most slippery

a)

when flooded

b)

in a snow storm

c)

when they have been treated

d)

right after a rainfall

47.

A yield sign looks like

a)

red, white and is a triangle

b)

red octagon

c)

yellow and black pentagon

d)

none of these

48.

The three second rule refers to

a)

the length of a yellow light

b)

how closely you should be following a car

c)

how long you should yield

d)

the length of a red light

49.

A flashing red light means

a)

none of these

b)

a train is coming

c)

stop and then proceed when it is safe to go

d)

yield

50.

You should always yield

a)

to cars that are on your right at an uncontrolled intersection

b)

to cars on the left at an uncontrolled intersection

c)

at a yield sign

d)

both a and c

51.

How do you regain control in a skid?

a)

let off the gas

b)

brake and turn into the skid

c)

turn in the direction that the back of the car is skidding

d)

both a and c

52.

If a tire blows out

a)

grip the wheel firmly

b)

ease off of the gas

c)

slow down gradually and pull off the road

d)

all of these

53.

When going into a curve

a)

slow down before the curve

b)

slow down in the curve

c)

speed up and turn

d)

stop and proceed

54.

If a car is passing you on a two lane road

a)

slow down and allow them to pass you

b)

speed up

c)

brake and let them pass

d)

none of these

55.

Th hand signals for a right turn are

a)

left arm out, palm facing up

b)

left arm straight out

c)

left arm out, palm up

d)

none of these

56.

How far in advance must you use your turn signal?

a)

50 ft

b)

20 ft

c)

100 ft

d)

200 ft

57.

What are you supposed to do with your old license plates?

a)

throw them out

b)

turn them in to the DMV

c)

keep them

d)

resell them

58.

True or False: You must have liability insurance in NJ

a)

True

b)

False

59.

What do you do if you miss your exit on the highway?

a)

ask for help

b)

pull to the shoulder

c)

brake and back up

d)

go to the next exit

60.

How far away should you stop from a bus that has its red flashing lights on?

a)

5 ft

b)

50 ft

c)

25 ft

d)

30 ft

61.

When should you use your high beams?

a)

on the highway

b)

in town or residential area

c)

open country driving

d)

none of these

62.

When sharing the road with trucks, remember..

a)

the have large blind spots

b)

they make wide right turns

c)

it takes them longer to stop

d)

all of these

63.

A machine that uses the energy from liquid fuel or steam to produce movement

a)

A part

b)

Machine

c)

Engine

d)

Engineer

64.

To connect to ends of a belt with a buckle.

a)

Belt

b)

Seatbelt

c)

Buckle

d)

Bag

65.

A device that makes a vehicle go slower or stop, or a pedal, bar, or handle that makes this device work.

a)

Brake

b)

Stop

c)

Fail

d)

Slowly

66.

A belt that you put around yourself for protection in a vehicle.

a)

Glasses

b)

Steering

c)

Buckle

d)

Seat belt

67.

A wheel in a vehicle that the driver turns in order to make the vehicle go in a particular direction.

a)

Steering wheel

b)

Wheel

c)

Vehicle

d)

Test

68.

You can use it to speed up or slow down

a)

Horn

b)

Gas pedal

c)

Grip

d)

Glasses

69.

A rubber ring, usually filled with air, that fits around the wheel of a car, bicycle, or other vehicle.

a)

Tire

b)

Tine

c)

Tone

d)

Style

70.

The number of vehicles moving along roads, or the amount of aircraft, trains, or ships moving along a route.

a)

Traffic

b)

Road

c)

Light

d)

Airport

71.

To contact something with a lot of force.

a)

Hit

b)

Hate

c)

Pass

d)

Connect

72.

The window at the front of a car, truck, etc.

a)

Sky

b)

Ahead

c)

Windshield

d)

Mountain

73.

If a car horn honks, it makes a short, loud sound.

a)

Catch

b)

Make

c)

S

d)

Honk