Illinois DMV Permit Practice Mini Test 3: 12 Questions

Mini Test 3 has 12 multiple-choice questions on Illinois driving rules, including Illinois roundabout entry, uncontrolled intersection pedestrian, blind pedestrian and Illinois texting ban. Each answer is explained as soon as you pick it, and every question is listed with its answer in the study guide below.

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  1. When entering a roundabout in Illinois, you must:

    • A. Yield to traffic already in the circle and to pedestrians in crosswalks
    • B. Enter quickly because you have the right-of-way
    • C. Stop in the circle to decide where to go
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    A. Yield to traffic already in the circle and to pedestrians in crosswalks

    Traffic already in the roundabout has the right-of-way. Enter only when there is a safe gap.

  2. When a pedestrian is in a marked or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, drivers must:

    • A. Proceed if the pedestrian has not yet reached your lane
    • B. Yield and let the pedestrian cross safely
    • C. Honk and drive around the pedestrian
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    B. Yield and let the pedestrian cross safely

    Drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing in crosswalks.

  3. Texting while driving in Illinois is:

    • A. Allowed at red lights if the car is stopped
    • B. Illegal and highly dangerous
    • C. Allowed on local roads only
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    B. Illegal and highly dangerous

    Illinois prohibits texting while driving because it takes your eyes, hands, and attention away from the road.

  4. Illinois’ Zero Tolerance law for drivers under 21 means they may lose driving privileges for:

    • A. Driving with a BAC of 0.10% or higher only
    • B. Refusing to turn on their headlights
    • C. Having any amount of alcohol in their system while driving
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    C. Having any amount of alcohol in their system while driving

    Under Zero Tolerance, any alcohol in the system of a driver under 21 can lead to penalties.

  5. For most drivers age 21 and older in Illinois, a BAC of what level is considered legally impaired?

    • A. 0.12% or higher
    • B. 0.08% or higher
    • C. 0.04% or higher
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    B. 0.08% or higher

    A BAC of 0.08% or higher is considered DUI for most adult drivers in Illinois.

Complete Study Guide: All 12 Questions with Answers

Every question in Mini Test 3, with the correct answer and an explanation for each.

  1. Q1. When entering a roundabout in Illinois, you must:

    Correct answer: Yield to traffic already in the circle and to pedestrians in crosswalks

    Why: Traffic already in the roundabout has the right-of-way. Enter only when there is a safe gap.

  2. Q2. At an uncontrolled intersection (no signs or signals), you should:

    Correct answer: Slow down and yield to vehicles already in the intersection or coming from your right

    Why: When there are no controls, reduce speed and be prepared to yield—especially to vehicles from your right.

  3. Q3. When a pedestrian is in a marked or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, drivers must:

    Correct answer: Yield and let the pedestrian cross safely

    Why: Drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing in crosswalks.

  4. Q4. When a pedestrian using a white cane or a guide dog steps into a crosswalk, you must:

    Correct answer: Stop completely and give the person the right-of-way

    Why: Blind or visually impaired pedestrians with a white cane or guide dog have absolute right-of-way.

  5. Q5. Texting while driving in Illinois is:

    Correct answer: Illegal and highly dangerous

    Why: Illinois prohibits texting while driving because it takes your eyes, hands, and attention away from the road.

  6. Q6. Using a handheld cell phone while driving in Illinois is:

    Correct answer: Generally prohibited, except in limited emergencies or when parked off the roadway

    Why: Illinois bans handheld phone use while driving, with narrow exceptions such as emergency calls.

  7. Q7. Illinois’ Zero Tolerance law for drivers under 21 means they may lose driving privileges for:

    Correct answer: Having any amount of alcohol in their system while driving

    Why: Under Zero Tolerance, any alcohol in the system of a driver under 21 can lead to penalties.

  8. Q8. For most drivers age 21 and older in Illinois, a BAC of what level is considered legally impaired?

    Correct answer: 0.08% or higher

    Why: A BAC of 0.08% or higher is considered DUI for most adult drivers in Illinois.

  9. Q9. Illinois’ implied consent law means that by driving, you:

    Correct answer: Agree to submit to chemical testing if you are arrested for DUI

    Why: Refusing a requested test can lead to license suspension and other penalties under implied consent.

  10. Q10. Open alcohol containers in the passenger area of a vehicle in Illinois are:

    Correct answer: Not allowed; open alcohol must be stored in the trunk or a similar area

    Why: Open alcoholic beverages usually must be kept out of the passenger area to comply with Illinois law.

  11. Q11. Illinois law requires seat belt use for:

    Correct answer: All drivers and passengers, front and rear, with few exceptions

    Why: Everyone in the vehicle should be properly restrained to reduce injury in a crash.

  12. Q12. Most children under age 8 in Illinois must ride:

    Correct answer: In an appropriate child safety seat or booster seat, usually in the back seat

    Why: Illinois requires young children to be in a child safety seat or booster that fits their size and weight.

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