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Tennessee DMV driver's license practice test 1

Free Tennessee driver's license practice test with 25 original questions from the Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual. This test leans on Section C-3: Sharing the Road Safely (3), Section B-4: Rules of the Road (5), and Section B-5: Interstate Driving (2). It starts with this question: "At night you see an oncoming bicycle rider. You should:" No account needed, and every answer is explained.

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Questions
25
Passing score
80% (20 of 25)
Mistakes allowed
5
Official handbook
Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual

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Question 1 of 250 of 25 answered

At night you see an oncoming bicycle rider. You should:

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Every question comes from one of these sections of the Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual.

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  1. Question 1: At night you see an oncoming bicycle rider. You should:

    • A. Honk so they know you're there
    • B. Flash your high beams to warn them
    • C. Not use your high beams

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section C-3: Sharing the Road Safely

  2. Question 2: May you turn left on red from a one-way street onto a two-way street?

    • A. No
    • B. Yes, if no sign prohibits it
    • C. Yes, after a full stop

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-4: Rules of the Road

  3. Question 3: In a side crash, where do unbelted passengers slide?

    • A. Away from the point of the crash
    • B. Toward the point of the crash
    • C. Straight forward into the dash

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-2: Tennessee Safety Belt Laws

  4. Question 4: A second DUI conviction brings a license revocation of:

    • A. 1 year
    • B. 3 to 10 years
    • C. 2 years

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-7: Alcohol, Other Drugs and Driving

  5. Question 5: At a diamond interchange, when will you find the left-turn entrance ramp?

    • A. After crossing over or under the interstate
    • B. At a separate exit a mile away
    • C. Before crossing over or under the interstate

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-5: Interstate Driving

  6. Question 6: About how long does it take to cancel the effects of three drinks?

    • A. About one hour
    • B. About three hours
    • C. About thirty minutes

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-7: Alcohol, Other Drugs and Driving

  7. Question 7: What fine range does the manual list for a first DUI conviction?

    • A. $50 to $250
    • B. $600 to $3,500
    • C. $350 to $1,500

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-7: Alcohol, Other Drugs and Driving

  8. Question 8: A round yellow sign warns you about what?

    • A. A railroad crossing ahead
    • B. A traffic circle or roundabout ahead
    • C. A school zone within the next block

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-3: Traffic Signs and Signals

  9. Question 9: When merging from the acceleration lane onto the interstate, which signal should you use?

    • A. The left turn signal
    • B. The right turn signal
    • C. Your hazard flashers

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-5: Interstate Driving

  10. Question 10: Why shouldn't you honk at a blind pedestrian crossing the road?

    • A. It is only allowed in emergencies at night
    • B. It would give them the right-of-way
    • C. It could startle them

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-4: Rules of the Road

  11. Question 11: Researchers estimate that between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., how many drivers are intoxicated?

    • A. About 1 in every 100
    • B. About 1 in every 3
    • C. About 1 in every 10

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-7: Alcohol, Other Drugs and Driving

  12. Question 12: Using the two-second rule, you reach the marker before finishing one-thousand-two. This means you are:

    • A. Following too closely
    • B. Driving under the speed limit
    • C. At a safe following distance

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-4: Rules of the Road

  13. Question 13: When you meet a truck coming the other way, the air turbulence between you:

    • A. Has no effect on a car
    • B. Pushes the vehicles apart
    • C. Pulls the vehicles together

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section C-3: Sharing the Road Safely

  14. Question 14: A bicyclist moves toward the center of the lane while passing parked cars. This is:

    • A. Proper, to avoid opening doors
    • B. Careless riding
    • C. Illegal unless they signal first

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section C-3: Sharing the Road Safely

  15. Question 15: Rectangular signs usually give you:

    • A. Notice of a railroad crossing ahead
    • B. Warnings about sharp curves and steep hills
    • C. Laws, regulations, or important information

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-3: Traffic Signs and Signals

  16. Question 16: Blue signs along the highway are used for:

    • A. Motorist services and information
    • B. Warnings about school zones ahead
    • C. Regulations such as speed limits

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-3: Traffic Signs and Signals

  17. Question 17: What does the Basic Speed Rule teach?

    • A. You may always drive the posted limit
    • B. Your safe speed depends on current conditions
    • C. You must drive 10 mph under the limit at night

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-4: Rules of the Road

  18. Question 18: Even with properly adjusted mirrors, what must you do before changing lanes?

    • A. Nothing more if the mirrors are set right
    • B. Turn your head and check your blind spot
    • C. Tap your brakes to warn cars behind

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-1: Getting Familiar With Your Vehicle

  19. Question 19: A 14-year-old is found to have possessed alcohol. How long is their driving privilege suspended?

    • A. Two years or until age 18, whichever is longer
    • B. One year or until age 17, whichever is longer
    • C. Six months or until age 16, whichever is shorter

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-7: Alcohol, Other Drugs and Driving

  20. Question 20: A merging traffic sign warns that cars may blend into your lane. If you can, you should:

    • A. Brake hard so they can merge in front
    • B. Speed up so they have to merge in behind your car
    • C. Check behind you and move over to give them room

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-3: Traffic Signs and Signals

  21. Question 21: Which steering method does the manual recommend for everyday driving?

    • A. Hand-over-hand
    • B. Push-pull
    • C. One-hand palming

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-1: Getting Familiar With Your Vehicle

  22. Question 22: By Tennessee law, at least what share of the knowledge test questions deal with alcohol and drugs?

    • A. 25 percent
    • B. 10 percent
    • C. 50 percent

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-7: Alcohol, Other Drugs and Driving

  23. Question 23: While waiting to turn left across traffic, keep your wheels:

    • A. Straight until you begin the turn
    • B. Turned left so you're ready to go
    • C. Turned right toward the curb

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-4: Rules of the Road

  24. Question 24: A solid and a broken yellow line separate traffic. The broken line is on your side. You:

    • A. May not pass at any time
    • B. May pass only to turn left
    • C. May pass when it is safe

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-3: Traffic Signs and Signals

  25. Question 25: A red X lane-control signal over a lane means:

    • A. The lane is changing direction soon
    • B. You may not drive in that lane
    • C. The lane is for turning only

    Source:Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B-3: Traffic Signs and Signals

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