Driving Safety and Rules Quiz

All occupants of a vehicle must wear a seatbelt, regardless of their seating position.

The maximum speed allowed on roads within city or town boundaries, unless otherwise indicated by signs.

The official document that outlines the rules and regulations for driving in Minnesota.

A test that assesses your knowledge of Minnesota traffic laws and safe driving practices.

A permit that allows you to practice driving under the supervision of a licensed driver.

A comprehensive test that evaluates your ability to drive safely and legally.

An official document issued by the state that authorizes you to operate a motor vehicle.

Original or certified copies of documents are required for verification of identity and legal status.

Driving too slowly can disrupt traffic flow and result in a citation. Match the speed of traffic unless it exceeds the legal speed limit.

When following a motorcycle, increase the following distance. Motorcycles stop faster and can easily be obscured at night.

You must present proof of insurance to law enforcement officers after a collision or a traffic stop.

When turning left, always yield to oncoming traffic, pedestrians, and cyclists.

Before changing lanes, check your mirrors and look over your shoulder for blind spots to ensure no vehicles are in your path.

When parking downhill on a road without a curb, turn your front wheels towards the side of the road. This prevents the vehicle from rolling into traffic if the brakes fail.

When parking uphill on a road with a curb, turn your front wheels towards the center of the road. This will prevent the vehicle from rolling backward into traffic if the brakes fail.

Never start crossing an intersection if you know you'll block it when the light turns red. It's crucial to ensure you can clear the intersection safely.

Looking far ahead helps you identify potential hazards early, preventing potential accidents.

Maintain a middle course between oncoming traffic and parked cars to avoid a collision.

Slowing down to rubberneck causes traffic congestion, hindering the flow of traffic.

Yielding right-of-way prevents accidents by prioritizing safety over legal precedence.

Never drive around or under lowered railroad crossing gates, wait for the gate to be completely raised.

Move to the right lane when it's safe to allow faster vehicles to pass in the left lane.

Avoid direct eye contact with oncoming headlights; look toward the right edge of your lane.

Use the left lane for turning left, passing, and driving faster than surrounding traffic.

Drivers should slow down as the speed limit is reduced on the road ahead.

The road ahead has a steep downhill slope, necessitating increased following distance and reduced speed.

The road ahead may have large fallen rocks, prompting drivers to be cautious and prepared for potential obstacles.

The bridge ahead is a drawbridge, and drivers must stop when directed by signs, signals, or flaggers.

Bridges freeze faster than roads, so drivers must be careful when driving on bridges during wet or freezing conditions.

The bridge ahead is narrower than the road leading to it, requiring drivers to exercise caution.

The bridge ahead has only one lane, so drivers must be prepared to yield to oncoming traffic.

The road ahead ends abruptly, requiring drivers to turn around to leave the roadway.

Before backing up, walk to the back of your vehicle and visually check for any obstacles like pedestrians or objects. Don't rely solely on mirrors, especially when children are nearby.

At an intersection with a yield sign, slow down and give way to vehicles already in the intersection or approaching from the right.

When a bus signals its intention to return to traffic after a stop, you must yield the right-of-way and allow it to merge safely.

When parking uphill, set the parking brake and turn your steering wheel away from the curb. This ensures that if the car rolls, it rolls into the curb.

When passing a motorcycle, make sure your vehicle is entirely in the left lane before and during the pass. Do not crowd the motorcycle, allowing it a full lane.

A defensive driver is constantly aware of other drivers' actions and anticipates potential hazards.

Airbags work best in conjunction with seatbelts; wearing a seatbelt is still essential even if your car has airbags.

Use low beam headlights when driving in foggy, rainy, or snowy conditions.

Round signs that warn drivers of an upcoming railroad crossing area. Drivers should exercise extra caution when approaching these.

Signs with a cross shape that indicate a railroad crossing. Drivers must yield to trains at these crossings.

At four-way intersections with stop signs, the first vehicle to reach the intersection has the right-of-way. If two vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.

Before driving, it's crucial to ensure clear visibility by removing all snow, frost, and ice from all your vehicle's windows, including the windshield.

When passing parked vehicles, be alert for people or vehicles unexpectedly entering your lane. Maintain a safe distance.

In an emergency stop, without ABS, firmly pump your brakes to stop quickly while maintaining steering control.

Regulatory signs with a red circle and a slash through the middle indicate that the action pictured is forbidden.