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Ohio Driver Knowledge Quiz

Total questions: 65

Worksheet time: 4hrs 27mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What does a yield sign mean?

a)

Stop immediately

b)

Slow down and give right of way

c)

Speed up

d)

Turn left

2.

Which shape is used for warning signs?

a)

Octagon

b)

Triangle

c)

Diamond

d)

Rectangle

3.

What is the minimum safe following distance in good weather conditions?

a)

1 second

b)

2 seconds

c)

5 seconds

d)

10 seconds

4.

Which of the following is a rule for using headlights at night?

a)

Use high beams in fog

b)

Use low beams when approaching another vehicle

c)

Never use headlights

d)

Use parking lights only

5.

What should you do at a flashing red traffic light?

a)

Slow down

b)

Stop and proceed when safe

c)

Speed up

d)

Ignore the light

6.

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21 in Ohio?

a)

0.08%

b)

0.02%

c)

0.10%

d)

0.05%

7.

Which lane should you use for passing another vehicle on a multi-lane road?

a)

Right lane

b)

Left lane

c)

Center lane

d)

Any lane

8.

What does a solid yellow line on your side of the road mean?

a)

Passing is allowed

b)

No passing allowed

c)

Road is closed

d)

Stop immediately

9.

What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?

a)

Brake hard

b)

Steer in the direction you want to go

c)

Accelerate

d)

Turn off the engine

10.

If you see a school bus stopped with its red lights flashing, what must you do?

a)

Pass quickly

b)

Stop until the lights stop flashing

c)

Honk your horn

d)

Turn left

11.

Which of the following is a responsibility of a licensed driver in Ohio?

a)

Ignore traffic laws

b)

Carry a valid driver’s license

c)

Drive without insurance

d)

Speed in school zones

12.

When approaching a railroad crossing with no signals, what should you do?

a)

Speed up

b)

Slow down and look both ways

c)

Ignore the crossing

d)

Stop only if you see a train

13.

Which sign indicates a pedestrian crossing?

a)

Octagon with STOP

b)

Diamond with walking figure

c)

Triangle with YIELD

d)

Rectangle with speed limit

14.

What is the first thing you should do if you are involved in a minor accident?

a)

Leave the scene

b)

Stop your vehicle and check for injuries

c)

Call a tow truck

d)

Ignore the accident

15.

If you see a warning sign for a sharp curve ahead, what should you do to drive safely?

a)

Maintain your speed

b)

Slow down before entering the curve

c)

Speed up to get through quickly

d)

Stop immediately

16.

You are driving in heavy rain and visibility is poor. What is the best way to ensure other drivers see you?

a)

Turn off your headlights

b)

Use your low beam headlights

c)

Use your high beam headlights

d)

Drive without lights

17.

When making a right turn at an intersection, what steps should you follow?

a)

Signal, check mirrors, and turn from the left lane

b)

Signal, check mirrors, and turn from the right lane

c)

Do not signal, just turn

d)

Turn from any lane

18.

If you need to change lanes on a busy highway, what is the safest procedure?

a)

Signal, check mirrors, check blind spot, and change lanes when clear

b)

Change lanes without signaling

c)

Speed up and change lanes quickly

d)

Honk and change lanes

19.

How should you respond if an emergency vehicle is approaching with lights and sirens?

a)

Continue driving as normal

b)

Pull over to the right and stop

c)

Speed up to get out of the way

d)

Ignore the vehicle

20.

You are driving and see a construction zone sign. What should you do?

a)

Maintain your speed

b)

Slow down and follow posted instructions

c)

Speed up to pass quickly

d)

Ignore the sign

21.

If your brakes fail while driving, what is the safest action to take?

a)

Pump the brakes and use the emergency brake

b)

Accelerate

c)

Turn off the engine

d)

Jump out of the car

22.

When approaching a four-way stop, how do you determine who goes first?

a)

The driver who arrives first

b)

The driver on the left

c)

The driver who honks first

d)

The largest vehicle

23.

If you are driving and your tire blows out, what should you do?

a)

Brake hard immediately

b)

Hold the steering wheel firmly and slow down gradually

c)

Speed up

d)

Turn off the engine

24.

You see a sign indicating a merge ahead. What is the best way to handle merging traffic?

a)

Speed up to beat other cars

b)

Adjust your speed and allow vehicles to merge safely

c)

Block merging vehicles

d)

Ignore merging traffic

25.

A friend offers you a ride, but you notice they are texting while driving. What should you do to ensure your safety?

a)

Ignore it

b)

Ask them to stop texting and focus on driving

c)

Text with them

d)

Encourage them to speed up

26.

You are driving and see a pedestrian waiting to cross at a crosswalk. What is the correct action?

a)

Speed up and pass before they cross

b)

Stop and allow the pedestrian to cross

c)

Honk to warn them

d)

Ignore the pedestrian

27.

You are approaching an intersection with a malfunctioning traffic light. How should you proceed?

a)

Treat it as a four-way stop

b)

Ignore the intersection

c)

Speed through quickly

d)

Wait for someone else to go first

28.

You are driving at night and notice another driver swerving between lanes. What is the safest action to take?

a)

Speed up and pass them

b)

Slow down, keep a safe distance, and be prepared to call authorities if necessary

c)

Honk and follow closely

d)

Flash your lights at them

29.

You witness a car accident while driving. What steps should you take to help safely?

a)

Drive away quickly

b)

Stop at a safe distance, call 911, and provide assistance if it is safe to do so

c)

Approach the accident without caution

d)

Ignore the situation

30.

When driving in foggy conditions, what is the safest way to improve your visibility?

a)

Use high beam headlights

b)

Use low beam headlights

c)

Turn off your headlights

d)

Drive with hazard lights on

31.

What should you do if you approach a school zone during school hours?

a)

Ignore the school zone signs

b)

Reduce your speed and watch for children

c)

Maintain your speed

d)

Speed up to pass quickly

32.

If you encounter a cyclist on the road, what is the correct way to pass them?

a)

Pass closely to save space

b)

Leave at least three feet of space and pass slowly

c)

Honk to alert the cyclist

d)

Do not pass until the cyclist leaves the road

33.

When you see a flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection, what should you do?

a)

Ignore the signal

b)

Stop immediately

c)

Proceed with caution

d)

Speed up

34.

What is the correct action if you miss your exit on the highway?

a)

Continue to the next exit

b)

Back up in the travel lane

c)

Stop and reverse on the highway

d)

Make a U-turn at the median

35.

When you see flashing red lights at a railroad crossing, what should you do?

a)

Proceed with caution

b)

Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing

c)

Speed up to cross quickly

d)

Ignore the lights

36.

What is the correct action if you see a school bus stopped with its red lights flashing?

a)

Pass the bus carefully

b)

Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing

c)

Honk to alert the driver

d)

Continue driving as normal

37.

When approaching a roundabout, what should you do?

a)

Yield to traffic already in the roundabout

b)

Stop in the middle of the roundabout

c)

Make a U-turn before entering

d)

Enter without slowing down

38.

What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid on a slippery road?

a)

Turn off the engine immediately

b)

Accelerate quickly

c)

Take your foot off the accelerator and steer in the direction you want to go

d)

Brake hard and steer in the opposite direction

39.

When approaching a stop sign, what is the correct procedure?

a)

Ignore the sign if you are in a hurry

b)

Honk and drive through

c)

Slow down and proceed if no cars are coming

d)

Stop completely, check for traffic, and proceed when safe

40.

What is the proper way to respond to a yellow traffic light?

a)

Speed up to get through the intersection

b)

Prepare to stop if it is safe to do so

c)

Stop immediately, even if in the intersection

d)

Ignore the light

41.

What does a solid yellow line on your side of the road mean?

a)

Passing is allowed at night only

b)

Stop immediately

c)

You may pass with caution

d)

No passing allowed

42.

When must you use your turn signal?

a)

Only in heavy traffic

b)

Whenever you turn or change lanes

c)

Only when changing lanes

d)

Only when turning left

43.

What should you do if you approach an intersection with a non-functioning traffic signal?

a)

Ignore the intersection

b)

Treat it as a four-way stop

c)

Proceed without stopping

d)

Treat it as if it is a green light

44.

What should you do if you approach a pedestrian crossing and someone is waiting to cross?

a)

Speed up to pass before they cross

b)

Stop and allow the pedestrian to cross safely

c)

Honk to alert the pedestrian

d)

Ignore the pedestrian and continue driving

45.

When driving in heavy rain, which lights should you use?

a)

Parking lights only

b)

Low beam headlights

c)

High beam headlights

d)

No lights

46.

What is the correct action if you see a yield sign at an intersection?

a)

Ignore the sign

b)

Proceed without slowing down

c)

Stop completely regardless of traffic

d)

Slow down and give right of way to other vehicles

47.

What is the correct procedure when you come to a railroad crossing with a lowered gate?

a)

Speed up to cross before the train arrives

b)

Turn around and find another route

c)

Stop and wait until the gate is raised

d)

Drive around the gate

48.

Which action should you take when you see a pedestrian crossing at an unmarked crosswalk?

a)

Speed up to pass before the pedestrian crosses

b)

Continue driving without slowing down

c)

Yield and allow the pedestrian to cross

d)

Honk to warn the pedestrian

49.

If you approach a crosswalk and a person with a white cane is waiting to cross, what should you do?

a)

Honk to alert them

b)

Stop and allow them to cross safely

c)

Ignore them and continue driving

d)

Speed up to pass before they cross

50.

Which of the following is considered a distraction while driving?

a)

Eating

b)

Talking to passengers

c)

Using your phone

d)

All of the above

51.

How far before a turn or lane change must you signal your intention?

a)

At least 50 feet before the turn

b)

At least 100 feet before the turn

c)

At least 300 feet before the turn

d)

At least 200 feet before the turn

52.

What is true of slippery roads?

a)

Shaded areas may have hidden ice spots that freeze first/dry last

b)

Bridges and overpasses usually freeze before roads do

c)

Wet leaves cause slipping and wet ice is slicker than ice alone

d)

All of the above

53.

When driving at night, what should you do if an oncoming vehicle's headlights are too bright?

a)

Look toward the right edge of your lane

b)

Look directly at the headlights

c)

Close your eyes briefly

d)

Flash your high beams

54.

If an animal suddenly runs into the road while you are driving, what is the best course of action?

a)

Honk and continue driving

b)

Swerve sharply to avoid the animal

c)

Brake firmly and stay in your lane

d)

Accelerate to pass quickly

55.

When a driver takes their eyes off the road, he / she...

a)

puts anyone in or near that vehicle in danger

b)

has a greater risk of developing seasonal effective disorder

c)

will most likely need glasses

d)

will get higher gas mileage

56.

Cell phone apps like Instagram or Snapchat cause drivers to look...

a)

to the left and the right

b)

for Pokemon

c)

down at their phones

d)

up at their sun roof

57.

Having a cell phone conversation, even on a hands-free device, reduces the driver's ability to...

a)

read street signs at night

b)

see red or green

c)

shift their attention

d)

use the emergency break

58.

The best practice is just to...

a)

not interact with your phone at all when you're behind the wheel

b)

only drive manual transmission vehicles

c)

wait until you are 26 to drive

d)

subscribe to a free Spotify account first to see if you like it

59.
Following too close is also known as..
a)
Passing
b)
Paralell parking
c)
Blindspotting
d)
Tailgating
60.
Emergency flashers warn other drivers that...
a)
Traffic is suddenly stopping ahead.
b)
Your vehicle has stopped on or near the roadway
c)
Your car has broken down and you need help.
d)
All of the choices are correct.
61.
Which gear position allows the wheels to roll without engine power?
a)
First gear
b)
Reverse
c)
Drive
d)
Neutral
62.

What does a red light mean?

a)

stop

b)

go

c)

slow down

63.

What do you need to present to a police officer if they pull you over? Choose all that apply

a)

license

b)

where you work or go to school

c)

insurance

d)

registration

64.

If you only have a learner's permit, how old does the person have to be that is required to ride in the the front seat next to you?

a)

16

b)

18

c)

21

65.

If you are under 18 and have your provisional license, how many people under 21 that are not related to you can ride in the vehicle with you at one time?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3