Illinois Permit Test: 2026 Guide

1. Which of the following authorities has the power to override traffic signals and pavement markings?

1. a) A pedestrian waving you through.
2. b) Another driver signaling you to go.
3. c) A police or traffic control officer.
4. d) A construction worker on the sidewalk.

2. What must you do before turning right or left on a red light?

1. a) Come to a complete stop and yield the right of way.
2. b) Honk your horn and proceed.
3. c) Stop only if there is traffic.
4. d) Slow down and turn.

3. What does a green arrow pointing to the right indicate?

1. a) You may turn left.
2. b) You must stop.
3. c) You may turn to the right.
4. d) You must go straight.

4. What do solid yellow lines on your side of the road indicate?

1. a) Passing zone.
2. b) Shared turn lane.
3. c) No passing zone.
4. d) School zone.

5. When a road has both a solid and a broken yellow line, when are you allowed to pass?

1. a) When the broken line is nearest your lane.
2. b) Always.
3. c) When the solid line is nearest your lane.
4. d) Never.

6. What do white stop lines near railroad tracks indicate?

1. a) Where to stop when a train is approaching.
2. b) Where to park.
3. c) The start of a passing zone.
4. d) Where to slow down.

7. At a red light without a stop line or crosswalk, where must you stop?

1. a) 5 feet into the intersection.
2. b) You do not need to stop.
3. c) Where you can see cross traffic.
4. d) Before entering the intersection.

8. If your vehicle catches fire, what should you avoid doing?

1. a) Calling 911.
2. b) Pulling off the road.
3. c) Fighting the fire yourself.
4. d) Turning off the engine.

9. If you must jump clear of a vehicle because of fallen power lines, how far should you hop or shuffle away from the vehicle?

1. a) 50 feet
2. b) 100 feet
3. c) 25 feet
4. d) 10 feet

10. The emergency or parking brake must be able to stop a vehicle traveling at 20 mph within what distance?

1. a) Within 30 feet.
2. b) Within 75 feet.
3. c) Within 55 feet.
4. d) Within 40 feet.