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North Carolina DMV quick permit practice test 2

This quick North Carolina practice test has 12 questions from our full tests, so it takes a few minutes. Its main sections are Chapter 4: Your Driving (9), Chapter 2: Alcohol and the Law (1), and Chapter 5: Signals, Signs and Pavement Markings (1). The first question asks: "A train has just passed the crossing. Why shouldn't you move right away?" You see the explanation after each answer.

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North Carolina Driver Handbook

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A train has just passed the crossing. Why shouldn't you move right away?

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Every question comes from one of these sections of the North Carolina Driver Handbook.

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  1. Question 1: A train has just passed the crossing. Why shouldn't you move right away?

    • A. The gates are still hot
    • B. Another train may be coming
    • C. The tracks may be slippery
    • D. The law requires a 60-second wait

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 4: Your Driving

  2. Question 2: What do North Carolina DWI laws say about open containers of alcohol?

    • A. They're allowed as long as the driver stays sober
    • B. Passengers over 21 may hold one open
    • C. Open beer is allowed, but liquor isn't
    • D. You can't carry one in the passenger area

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 2: Alcohol and the Law

  3. Question 3: Up to what age does the handbook say children should ride buckled up in a rear seat?

    • A. 12
    • B. 16
    • C. 8
    • D. 5

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 4: Your Driving

  4. Question 4: What is the maximum speed limit for a school bus in North Carolina?

    • A. 45 mph
    • B. 25 mph
    • C. 55 mph
    • D. 35 mph

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 4: Your Driving

  5. Question 5: What does the law require as you come to an intersection, even with the right of way?

    • A. Slow down
    • B. Stop completely every time
    • C. Speed up to clear it quickly
    • D. Sound your horn

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 4: Your Driving

  6. Question 6: Driving at night in a city, which headlights should you use?

    • A. Low beams
    • B. Parking lights only
    • C. Fog lights only
    • D. High beams

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 4: Your Driving

  7. Question 7: A school bus stops on a two-lane road with a center turning lane. Who must stop?

    • A. Only vehicles in the center lane
    • B. Only traffic following the bus
    • C. Only oncoming traffic
    • D. Traffic in both directions

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 4: Your Driving

  8. Question 8: What should you never do near a fire scene?

    • A. Drive over a fire hose
    • B. Take a different route
    • C. Pull to the right for a fire truck
    • D. Slow down to look

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 4: Your Driving

  9. Question 9: At a steady red light, when may you turn right?

    • A. After a complete stop, unless a sign says no
    • B. Without stopping, if no one is coming your way
    • C. Only when a green arrow points to the right
    • D. Never on a red light

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs and Pavement Markings

  10. Question 10: The light on your license plate must make the numbers visible from at least:

    • A. 500 feet
    • B. 100 feet
    • C. 50 feet
    • D. 200 feet

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 4: Your Driving

  11. Question 11: Oncoming cars are on your left and a child on a bicycle is on your right. What does the handbook advise?

    • A. Give the oncoming cars more room
    • B. Stay exactly in the center of your lane
    • C. Speed up to pass both quickly
    • D. Give the child more room

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 4: Your Driving

  12. Question 12: What kind of license does DMV issue to applicants under 21?

    • A. A vertical license
    • B. A horizontal license with a star
    • C. A license marked 'Learner Only'
    • D. A paper license until age 21

    Source:North Carolina Driver Handbook, Chapter 1: Your License

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