1. The oil gauge on the instrument panel indicates the amount of oil in the crankcase.
A. True
B. False
2. You can readily recognize carbon monoxide because it smells like leaded fuel.
A. True
B. False
3. The ammeter on the instrument panel indicates rate of battery charging or discharging.
A. True
B. False
4. Preventive maintenance means to wait until some part of the vehicle breaks down, then repair it.
A. True
B. False
5. “Pumping the brakes” means pressing the pedal gently to the floor and holding it until the vehicle stops.
A. True
B. False
6. Tailgating is never safe.
A. True
B. False
7. A “slipping clutch” is desirable because it saves fuel.
A. True
B. False
8. To prevent spring breakage, drive at a speed suitable for road conditions and release the brake before crossing rough surfaces.
A. True
B. False
9. When driving, it is wise not to pass another vehicle at an intersection unless you can see at least 200 metres ahead.
A. True
B. False
10. In case of an accident, an injured person should be kept lying down to prevent fainting or shock.
A. True
B. False
11. It is wise for a driver to check the vehicle both before and after each trip.
A. True
B. False
12. When turning a vehicle, a driver should begin flashing the turn signal 60 feet before turning.
A. True
B. False
13. A driver must be satisfied that service and parking brakes, tires, lights and reflectors, mirrors, coupling and other devices are in order only when the driver considers it necessary.
A. True
B. False
14. When lights are necessary, a driver should use low beam headlights during fog, snowstorm, heavy rain, or other similar conditions.
A. True
B. False
15. If a vehicle has a breakdown on or very near the roadway, emergency signals must be placed at two rear locations.
A. True
B. False
16. When driving down a long hill or grade, it is best to:
A. Keep brakes pressed firmly all the way down
B. Apply brakes in an “on and off” manner
C. Shift to neutral and coast
D. Pump the brakes continuously
17. When a vehicle goes into a skid, it is best to:
A. Slam on the brakes
B. Turn wheels sharply in the opposite direction
C. Aim the front wheels at the intended path of travel
D. Accelerate quickly
18. The chief cause of skidding is:
A. Bad tires
B. Driving too fast for conditions
C. Wet roads only
D. Poor steering
19. When you park your vehicle headed downhill, you should:
A. Leave in neutral
B. Leave in the lowest gear or park, set the hand brake, and turn wheels toward curb
C. Turn off engine and leave wheels straight
D. Leave in high gear
20. Most collisions are caused by:
A. Poor roads
B. Vehicle defects
C. Driver error
D. Weather conditions
21. The shape of a traffic sign:
A. Has no meaning
B. Has a definite meaning
C. Depends on color only
D. Is random
22. When driving a vehicle across a railroad crossing:
A. Shift gears while crossing
B. Never shift gears while crossing
C. Always stop for 30 seconds
D. Drive at full speed
23. In order to be a good driver, one must:
A. Follow rules only when convenient
B. Have the ability to learn and be willing to accept suggestions
C. Rely only on experience
D. Avoid reading driving manuals
24. When preparing to make a right turn, it is best to:
A. Keep close to the right curb
B. Move to the left lane
C. Stop in the middle of the road
D. Signal after turning
25. At an intersection, who has the right-of-way?
A. Vehicle turning right
B. Vehicle turning left
C. Pedestrian in the crosswalk
D. Vehicle that arrives first
26. The stopping distance of a vehicle is ordinarily affected the most by:
A. Color of the vehicle
B. Condition of the brakes
C. Engine size
D. Wind speed
27. Upon coming to a street intersection with a stop sign, a driver should:
A. Slow down
B. Come to a complete stop
C. Honk before proceeding
D. Roll through slowly
28. The traits “careful” and “reckless” are:
A. Similar
B. Opposite
C. Related
D. Undefined
29. An alert driver is one who is:
A. Sleepy
B. Attentive
C. Aggressive
D. Reckless
30. An intoxicating drink most seriously affects a driver’s:
A. Vision
B. Judgment
C. Hearing
D. Reflexes