Introduction
Preparing for the California Driver’s Test can be a daunting task, especially for those who are not familiar with the local traffic laws and regulations. To help you get ready, we have compiled a list of practice questions that cover a wide range of topics typically found in the official California Driver’s Handbook. These questions are designed to familiarize you with the format and content of the actual test, ensuring that you are well-prepared when it’s time to take the real thing.
Practice Questions
General Knowledge Questions
What is the minimum age to obtain a learner’s permit in California?
- Answer: 15 years and 6 months.
Which of the following is NOT a primary cause of traffic accidents?
- A. Distracted driving
- B. Drunk driving
- C. Poor road conditions
- D. All of the above
How long must you hold a learner’s permit before you can take the driving test?
- Answer: 6 months.
Traffic Signs and Signals
What does a stop sign mean?
- A. Yield
- B. Caution
- C. Stop and proceed when safe
- D. Speed up
What should you do if you see a yield sign?
- A. Stop and yield the right-of-way
- B. Speed up and pass the sign
- C. Ignore the sign
- D. Honk your horn
How should you handle a traffic signal that is not working?
- A. Treat it as a four-way stop
- B. Ignore the signal and proceed with caution
- C. Stop and wait for a police officer
- D. Proceed through the intersection as if it were a stop sign
Safe Driving Practices
What is the maximum blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for drivers under the age of 21 in California?
- Answer: 0.01%.
Which of the following is NOT a safe driving practice?
- A. Always wear your seat belt
- B. Use a hands-free device while talking on the phone
- C. Eat and drink while driving
- D. Keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the one in front of you
What should you do if you feel tired while driving?
- A. Pull over and take a nap
- B. Continue driving and take turns with a passenger
- C. Drink caffeine and keep driving
- D. Stop and ask a friend to drive for you
Rules of the Road
In which lane should you drive when making a left turn?
- A. The right lane
- B. The left lane
- C. The middle lane
- D. Any lane
What should you do if a pedestrian is in the crosswalk?
- A. Honk your horn to alert them
- B. Speed up to pass them
- C. Stop and yield the right-of-way
- D. Honk your horn and proceed
How should you handle a vehicle that is merging into your lane?
- A. Honk your horn and keep driving
- B. Speed up to pass them
- C. Stop and let them in
- D. Signal and allow them to merge
Conclusion
These practice questions are designed to help you prepare for the California Driver’s Test. Remember to study the official California Driver’s Handbook thoroughly and practice safe driving habits. Good luck!