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True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

Checking your blind spots while driving is optional as long as your mirrors are set correctly.
 

 2. 

You must get a safety inspection and emissions test for your car on your birthday once every three years.
 

 3. 

You do not have to stop for jay-walkers, ONLY for pedestrians who are in a marked crosswalk.
 

 4. 

A solid white line means even though all traffic is going the same way (one-way) you may NOT change lanes.
 

 5. 

You MUST stop at all stop signs UNLESS you determine that there are NO cars in the intersection.
 

 6. 

A JOL holder MAY NOT drive between the hours of 12:30 am and 5:00 am unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
 

 7. 

You do not have to use your turn signal (blinker / directional)  when you are in a “turn only” lane.
 

 8. 

It is a good habit to set the parking brake (emergency brake / hand brake) whenever parking your vehicle, whether on a hill or not.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 9. 

“Lifetime Lookback” means
a.
The RMV only looks back at your driving record for 7 years.
b.
Only insurance companies look back at your driving record.
c.
The courts and the RMV look back at your driving record for your lifetime of driving.                                                                                                              
d.
The RMV does not look back at your driving record during your lifetime of driving.
 

 10. 

Which of the following statements is TRUE?
a.
A railroad sign is always a circle. 
b.
Regulatory signs are always square. 
c.
School zone signs are pentagon-shaped.
d.
A trapezoid-shaped sign is used for No Passing zones.
 

 11. 

Which of the following statements is TRUE?
a.
You can legally turn left on red at some intersections. 
b.
You may never cross a single OR double solid line(s).
c.
You do not have to stop for a pedestrian unless they are in the crosswalk.                                                                                                           
d.
A green light means GO no matter what the situation.
 

 12. 

Which of the following statements about changing a flat tire is FALSE?
a.
Put the car in park with the emergency brake applied.
b.
Loosen the lug nuts before jacking up the car.
c.
Block the tire diagonally across from the flat tire.
d.
When the flat tire is raised off the ground, the spare tire will always fit without any further adjustments.                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                     
 

 13. 

Which of the following statements is TRUE?
a.
If you determine that all is clear by looking in your mirrors, you can safely pull into traffic.
b.
A three-point turn is needed on a street that is not wide enough for a U-turn.
c.
Your hands should be placed near the top of the steering wheel.
d.
You should always use two hands on the wheel when backing up.
 

 14. 

When parking on a hill, set your parking brake and shift into park. You must turn your front wheels in the proper direction to stop the vehicle from rolling downhill if the brake fails.  On the road test, you will be asked to do a “hill operation.”  The examiner will tell you to demonstrate parking on a hill and will give you one of the 4 ways.  You turn the wheel all the way to the LEFT when parking
a.
Uphill with a curb (UCLA). 
b.
Downhill with a curb.
c.
Uphill without a curb.
d.
Downhill without a curb.
 

 15. 

Which of the following statements is FALSE?
a.
Stop before the sidewalk when entering a road from a driveway.
b.
You CANNOT back up from a driveway onto a numbered state highway like Rt. 123 (Belmont Street). 
c.
You may enter an intersection at a green light even if traffic is backed up through it and you can’t make it all the way across, as long as the light is green when you enter.
d.
It is a good habit to always use your emergency brake (parking brake/hand brake) when parking your car.
 

 16. 

Which of the following statements about a rotary is FALSE?
a.
Traffic travels counter-clockwise in a rotary.
b.
Always yield the right-of-way to vehicles already in the rotary (unless told differently by signs or police officers) and to pedestrians.
c.
If you miss your exit on a rotary, you should stop and back up.
d.
Use your turn signals in the same way as any other intersection. Travel through the rotary and, when you are ready to exit, use your right turn signal.
 

 17. 

The SMITH SYSTEM relates to:
a.
Your prediction procedure.
b.
Your aggressive driving behavior pattern.
c.
Your visual driving habits.
d.
Your record of road rage in the past.
 

 18. 

The BEST and most polite way to alert other vehicles and pedestrians that you are letting them go before or in front of you is to
a.
Quickly flash your high beams. 
b.
Do nothing and just wait for them to go.
c.
Roll down your window and wave and yell for them to go.
d.
Blow your horn until they go.
 

 19. 

Which of the following statements is FALSE?
a.
Bicyclists should obey all traffic rules, signs, and signals. 
b.
Motorcyclists DO NOT have to come to a complete stop at a stop sign. 
c.
Pull over to allow emergency vehicles to pass you safely when the emergency lights and/or siren is on.                                                                                                          
d.
You do not have the right of way to when pulling out into traffic from the side of the road.
 

 20. 

When you encounter a flashing red light at an intersection, you must
a.
Stop
b.
Yield
c.
Expect a green light to glow within 60 seconds.
d.
Proceed without stopping ONLY if no traffic in sight.
 

 21. 

Which of the following would be the safest way to drive on an icy road?
a.
Brake hard to maximize traction when coming to a stop.
b.
Maintain the normal speed limit.
c.
Speed up when taking sharp turns.
d.
Reduce speed and allow for extra time and space.
 

 22. 

A JOL (Junior Operator License) holder:
a.
Must NEVER TEXT when driving.
b.
Must NEVER talk on the phone when driving.
c.
Must NEVER drive with friends (under age 18) in the car after getting their license for the first 6 months.                                                                                                           
d.
All of the above.
 

 23. 

A broken (dashed) yellow line means that you may
a.
SAFELY pass a vehicle in front of you that is going “too slow.”
b.
NEVER pass, for any reason, a vehicle traveling in front of you.
c.
ONLY pass “18-wheelers” during daylight hours.
d.
ONLY pass a slower vehicle on weekends.
 

 24. 

Which of the following is TRUE?
a.
Your BAC is the amount of alcohol in your blood stream.
b.
Your BAC is affected by your tolerance to alcohol.
c.
Your BAC is affected by coffee.
d.
All of the above.
 

 25. 

The I in OUI or DUI stands for driving under the
a.
Instinct.
b.
Influence.
c.
Intuition.
d.
Institution.
 

 26. 

Which of the following is FALSE?
a.
Safe driving laws that apply to driving under the influence of alcohol also apply to marijuana.
b.
Even though marijuana has become legal in the state of Massachusetts, not even a person of legal age may smoke and drive.                                     
c.
Driving “stoned" is essentially the same  as driving “buzzed.”
d.
It is legal to transport marijuana inside the passenger compartment of a vehicle as long as the owner is 21 or older and no one is using it.
 

 27. 

Which of the following is FALSE?
a.
Compulsory insurance is NOT required for vehicles.
b.
A school bus must stop at all railroad crossings.
c.
Seat belts are required of all occupants in a motor vehicle.
d.
Ignition Interlock Devices can be installed for repeat drunk drivers.
 

 28. 

The fundamental speed law in Brockton means that the speed limit is ____ MPH unless otherwise posted.
a.
25
b.
30
c.
35
d.
40
 

 29. 

A white line, whether solid or broken (dashed), as opposed to the same types of yellow lines, means:
a.
That traffic is flowing in one direction…“one way.” 
b.
The DPW ran out of yellow paint.
c.
White or yellow lines have NO distinction.
d.
White provides better contrast.
 

 30. 

The most common vehiclen driven with a Class A commercial driver’s license is a:
a.
Motorcycle
b.
A pick-up truck towing a boat trailer
c.
Tractor-trailer-truck combination
d.
A car and/or a bus
 

 31. 

If you have an official Massachusetts license to operate an automobile, it is classified as a ______ license.
a.
Class N
b.
Class D
c.
Class Z
d.
Class J
 

 32. 

In order to legally drive with a Learner’s Permit in the State of Massachusetts you MUST:
a.
Be accompanied by a licensed operator who occupies the passenger seat next to you and is at least 18 years old, holds a valid driver’s license from Massachusetts or another state, and has at least two years of driving experience.
b.
Be accompanied by a licensed operator who occupies the passenger seat next to you and is at least 21 years old, holds a valid driver’s license from Massachusetts or another state, and has at least one year of driving experience.
c.
Be accompanied by a licensed operator who occupies the passenger seat next to you and is at least 25 years old, holds a valid driver’s license from Massachusetts or another state, and has at least one year of driving experience.
d.
Be accompanied ONLY by a parent or guardian who knows how to drive, has been driving for at least 20 years, and has attended the Parent Class.
 

 33. 

Which of the following statements about turning “right on red” is FALSE?
a.
You MUST come to a complete stop first.
b.
You can LEGALLY roll slowly through the light without coming to a full stop as long as you yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and other vehicles.
c.
You do NOT legally have to turn right on red.
d.
You must first give the right-of-way to pedestrians and other vehicles.
 

 34. 

Choose the BEST answer.  In addition to being taught to drive by professional Driver’s Ed instructors, another good reason to take Driver’s Ed is to:
a.
Save money on your car insurance.
b.
Save on all car washes for up to one year with proof of License.
c.
Get discounts on oil changes for the life of your car.
d.
There is no other good reason to take Driver’s Ed.
 

 35. 

The S in SIPDE stands for:
a.
Search as much as you can.
b.
Scan as much as you can.
c.
See as much as you can.
d.
All of the above.
 

 36. 

In order to legally pass the driver in front of you:
a.
You may TEMPORARILY exceed the speed limit to “go around them.”
b.
You MUST use your hazard lights to warn oncoming traffic.
c.
You are expected to sound your horn to alert the driver that you are passing.
d.
You MUST stay within the speed limit when passing.
 

 37. 

The only traffic sign shaped as an octagon is a ___________ sign.
a.
YIELD
b.
CAUTION
c.
STOP
d.
SCHOOL ZONE
 

 38. 

The maximum speed limit on both Route 24 and Interstate 495 is
a.
50 MPH.
b.
55 MPH.
c.
65 MPH.
d.
70 MPH.
 

 39. 

The maximum speed limit on both Route 128 and Interstate 93 is
a.
50 MPH.
b.
55 MPH.
c.
65 MPH.
d.
70 MPH.
 

 40. 

What is expected of you if you are driving along a roadway and see orange cones and signs?
a.
It is a construction site so you are expected to slow down, use extreme caution, orand infranction/fine will be DOUBLED.
b.
You may continue your speed as long as it is within the posted speed limit.
c.
You MUST stop and wait until the contstruction site has been secured.
d.
There are no tickets issued within construction zones because it would be too inconvenient for all commuters and for the police.
 

 41. 

Turn signals, hand signals, 4-way emergency flashers, and flashing your high beams are all examples of
a.
Various types of automobile lights.
b.
Red and/or yellow lights of a car.
c.
Ways to communicate with other drivers and pedestrians.
d.
Part of a car’s inspection once a year.
 

 42. 

You should always make sure your seat, steering wheel, and mirrors are properly adjusted
a.
When it’s convenient for you to do so.
b.
ONLY if you will be driving on the highway.
c.
ONLY if you will be driving during rush hour.
d.
Every time you drive.
 

 43. 

Which of the following scenarios allows you to legally pass on the right?
a.
The vehicle that you are attempting to pass is making or is about to make a left turn.
b.
The vehicle that you are attempting to pass is making or is about to make a right turn.
c.
The vehicle that you are attempting to pass is proceeding straight through an intersection.
d.
You need to go off road in order to pass.
 

 44. 

If you are involved in an accident, the first thing you should do is
a.
Exchange “papers.”
b.
Discuss who was at fault for the accident.
c.
Determine if there are any injuries to anyone involved and call 911 right away if necessary.
d.
Walk around the vehicles to assses damage.
 

 45. 

The only thing that can help a person become sober after drinking alcohol is
a.
Drinking at least two cups of coffee.
b.
Time.
c.
Taking a cold shower
d.
All of the above.
 

 46. 

A driver’s reaction depends on their vision, which is limited at night, making it difficult to make
judgments and see pedestrians, bicyclists, and other obstacles.  Which of the following statements about driving at night is FALSE?
a.
Glare from headlights makes it difficult to see. Looking toward the right side of the road and flipping the rearview mirror can help to reduce glare.
b.
High beams should ONLY be used when other drivers won’t see them, such as on roads with little traffic.
c.
Using your high beams increases your visibility in foggy weather, allowing for SAFER driving.
d.
To compensate for reduced visibility, drive more slowly and at a greater following distance.
 

 47. 

Why is using the “Dutch Reach” or the “Opposite Hand Trick” important when exiting from a vehicle that is parked on the side of the road?
a.
Car doors that are opened suddenly pose a very serious threat to bicyclists.
b.
It forces your body to turn outward, so that you can easily look out and back for oncoming traffic before exiting.
c.
It prevents pushing or flinging the door open too fast. This not only protects bicyclists, but also keeps you and your door out of harm’s way.
d.
All of the above.
 

 48. 

Which of the following statements about driving on the highway is FALSE?
a.
Stay to the right and only use the left lane for passing
b.
The far left lane is the “fast lane” and it is okay to use as a travel lane as long as you are driving faster than the speed limit.
c.
On an expressway with three or more lanes in your direction, use the far right lane for slower driving, the middle lane for faster driving, and the far left lane for passing.
d.
Do not drive in another driver’s blind spot. If you are in another driver’s blind spot, safely drive through the blind spot as quickly as you can.
 

 49. 

In Massachusetts, if you hit and injure or kill a dog or cat you must
a.
Notify the animal’s owner.
b.
Notify the local police.
c.
Either A or B
d.
Do nothing.
 

 50. 

When merging onto the highway during normal traffic conditions you should
a.
Slow down to be able to safely merge into traffic.
b.
Speed up to match the approximate speed of traffic flow.
c.
Only look in your mirrors and straight ahead and signal left.
d.
Stop and wait for an opportunity to enter when it’s clear.
 

 51. 

Answer, “I PROMISE THAT I WILL” after you read below declaring that you respect and will always do your best to follow the advice below.
YOU, AND YOU ALONE ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR DRIVING RECORD. YOU SHOULD ALWAYS DRIVE SAFELY BY FOLLOWING THE RULES OF THE ROAD AND ELIMINATING AS MANY DISTRACTIONS AS YOU CAN. THIS WAY YOU CAN BE PROUD OF YOUR DRIVING RECORD AND SAVE MONEY ON YOUR CAR INSURANCE AND KEEP IT AT THE LOWEST RATE POSSIBLE. AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, SO YOUR PARENTS NEVER HAVE TO BE CONFRONTED WITH THE TRAGIC NEWS THAT YOU HAVE BEEN RUSHED TO AN EMERGENCY ROOM, OR THAT THEY MUST MAKE PLANS TO BURY THEIR CHILD. YOU MUST MAKE A PROMISE TO YOURSELF THAT YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND RESPECT THIS ADVICE AND WILL ALWAYS DRIVE SAFELY AND TO THE BEST OF YOUR ABILITY.
a.
I PROMISE THAT I WILL.
b.
I do not promise.
 



 
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