Delaware: Alcohol and drugs — Part 2 Practice Test
How alcohol and drugs affect driving, blood alcohol limits, implied consent, and the Delaware DUI penalties. — Part 2
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Delaware Driver Manual" (July 2026), Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
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What does eating food before and while drinking alcohol do, according to the manual?
- It slows how fast alcohol gets into your blood but does not keep you from getting drunk
- It keeps you from getting drunk if you eat enough food during the evening
- It removes alcohol from your blood faster so that you sober up sooner
- It has no effect on how fast alcohol gets into your blood or on the effects
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Correct answer: It slows how fast alcohol gets into your blood but does not keep you from getting drunk
Food only slows when alcohol gets into your blood; it will not keep you from getting drunk.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 52 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 52)
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Which kind of food does the manual say is best to eat before and while you are drinking?
- Sweet foods like candy bars, cake and ice cream
- Salty meats like bacon, sausage and sliced ham
- Starchy foods like potato chips, pretzels, bread and crackers
- Spicy foods like hot peppers, chili and curry dishes
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Correct answer: Starchy foods like potato chips, pretzels, bread and crackers
The manual lists starchy foods such as potato chips, pretzels, bread and crackers as best.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 52 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 52)
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What effect can drugs taken for headaches, colds, hay fever or other allergies have on a driver?
- They keep a driver alert for many hours
- They can make a person drowsy and affect driving
- They improve the driver's vision at night
- They have no effect if bought without a prescription
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Correct answer: They can make a person drowsy and affect driving
The manual says these drugs can make a person drowsy and affect their driving, even when bought without a prescription.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 52 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 52)
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Pep pills, "uppers" and diet pills can make a driver feel more alert for a short time. What can they cause later?
- Longer lasting alertness and quicker reflexes
- A deep sleep that begins within a few minutes
- Better judgment and better vision in glare
- Nervousness, dizziness and being unable to concentrate
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Correct answer: Nervousness, dizziness and being unable to concentrate
Later, these drugs can make a person nervous, dizzy and unable to concentrate, and they can affect vision.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 52 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 52)
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If you are driving, what should you do before you take a drug?
- Check the label for warnings about the drug's effect
- Take half of the usual amount to be safe
- Wait to see whether you feel any effect first
- Drink a cup of coffee along with the drug
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Correct answer: Check the label for warnings about the drug's effect
The manual says to check the label for warnings about the drug's effect before you take it.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 52 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 52)
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If you are not sure it is safe to take a drug and drive, whom does the manual say to ask about side effects?
- A traffic police officer
- A DMV counter employee
- Your doctor or pharmacist
- A driving instructor
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Correct answer: Your doctor or pharmacist
The manual says to ask your doctor or pharmacist about any side effects.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 52 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 52)
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Why does the manual say you should never drink alcohol while you are taking other drugs?
- The alcohol would cancel out the effects of the drugs completely
- They could intensify the effects of alcohol or add effects of their own
- The alcohol would leave your body much faster than it normally does
- The drugs would hide the alcohol from a chemical test result
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Correct answer: They could intensify the effects of alcohol or add effects of their own
The manual says these drugs could intensify alcohol's effects or add their own, which reduces driving ability and can cause serious health problems, even death.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 52 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 52)
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According to studies mentioned in the manual, what is true of people who use marijuana?
- They adjust to glare more easily than most other drivers do
- They make fewer mistakes than other drivers do on the road
- They get arrested for traffic violations less often than others
- They make more mistakes and have more trouble adjusting to glare
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Correct answer: They make more mistakes and have more trouble adjusting to glare
The manual says marijuana users make more mistakes, have more trouble adjusting to glare and get arrested for traffic violations more than other drivers.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 52 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 52)
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What does Delaware law say about consuming alcoholic beverages while driving a motor vehicle on the highways of the State?
- It is unlawful
- It is lawful for drivers aged 21 or older
- It is lawful if the driver stays under .08 BAC
- It is lawful if a passenger does the same
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Correct answer: It is unlawful
The manual states that it is unlawful to consume alcoholic beverages while driving a motor vehicle on the highways.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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Delaware's DUI law applies to anyone who drives, operates or has what over a vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs?
- Legal ownership
- Written permission of the owner
- Actual physical control
- A valid registration
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Correct answer: Actual physical control
The DUI law applies to anyone who drives, operates or has actual physical control of a vehicle, off-highway vehicle or moped.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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Where is a person subject to Delaware's DUI law?
- Only on public highways, not on private property
- Both on highways and elsewhere throughout the state
- Only on highways with a posted speed limit
- Only on roads that the state maintains and posts
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Correct answer: Both on highways and elsewhere throughout the state
The manual says a person is subject to the DUI law both upon highways and elsewhere throughout the state.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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Under Delaware's DUI law, how is it treated if the charged person is, or has been, legally entitled to use the alcohol or drug?
- It is a full defense if the person has a prescription
- It lowers the penalty to a warning
- It is a defense for a first offense only
- It is not considered a defense
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Correct answer: It is not considered a defense
The manual says legal entitlement to use alcohol or a drug shall not be considered a defense.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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Under Delaware’s DUI law, a person who drives under the influence is deemed to have given consent to what?
- A chemical test or tests of breath, blood and/or urine
- A search of the vehicle at any time during the stop
- Having their vehicle towed after any traffic stop
- A road test given at the nearest DMV office
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Correct answer: A chemical test or tests of breath, blood and/or urine
The manual says persons driving under the influence are deemed to have consented to chemical tests of breath, blood and/or urine.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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A person who drives under the influence of alcohol or drugs is subject to which penalties?
- Criminal penalties only, with no DMV action
- Administrative penalties only, with no court action
- Both criminal and administrative penalties
- Civil penalties only, with no criminal charge
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Correct answer: Both criminal and administrative penalties
The manual says a DUI driver is subject to both criminal and administrative penalties.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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What happens in Delaware to a person convicted of a DUI in another state?
- Nothing, because the conviction was out of state
- The driver license is revoked in Delaware
- The driver gets a warning letter from the DMV
- The driver must retake only the road test
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Correct answer: The driver license is revoked in Delaware
The manual says a person convicted of a DUI in another state will have their driver license revoked in Delaware.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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Under the Implied Consent Law, what can be done if a person refuses the test designated by the officer?
- No test can be given, so the person is released
- The officer must wait until the person agrees to a test
- Only a breath test can be forced on the person
- Tests can be conducted without the person's consent
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Correct answer: Tests can be conducted without the person's consent
The manual says that if the person refuses, reasonable steps can be taken to conduct tests without consent.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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After a juvenile violates the Delaware DUI law, until what age is the license or driving privilege revoked, by order of the Family Court?
- 21
- 18
- 19
- 25
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Correct answer: 21
The manual says the license is revoked until the juvenile is legally permitted to drink alcoholic beverages (21 years old).
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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Under the Zero Tolerance Law, for how long is the driver license revoked for a first offense?
- One month
- Six months
- Two months
- 12 months
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Correct answer: Two months
The manual says the license is revoked for two months for the first offense.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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Under the Zero Tolerance Law, how long is the driver license revoked for each subsequent offense?
- Exactly two months
- Not less than six months nor more than 12 months
- Not less than one year nor more than two years
- Not less than 90 days nor more than six months
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Correct answer: Not less than six months nor more than 12 months
The manual says each subsequent offense brings a revocation of not less than six months nor more than 12 months.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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The Zero Tolerance Law applies to drivers under what age who drive after having consumed alcoholic beverages?
- 16
- 18
- 25
- 21
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Correct answer: 21
The law applies to anyone under the age of 21 who drives, operates or has actual physical control of a vehicle while consuming or after having consumed alcohol.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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What is the fine for a first offense of underage possession or consumption of alcoholic liquor in Delaware?
- $100
- $50
- $250
- $1,000
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Correct answer: $100
The manual says anyone under 21 with alcoholic liquor in their possession is fined $100 for the 1st offense.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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What is the fine for each subsequent offense of underage possession or consumption of alcoholic liquor in Delaware?
- Exactly $100
- Not less than $500 nor more than $1,000
- Not less than $200 nor more than $500
- Not less than $50 nor more than $100
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Correct answer: Not less than $200 nor more than $500
Each subsequent offense carries a fine of not less than $200 nor more than $500.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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How is a first or second violation of the underage consumption or possession law classified?
- As a felony
- As a civil offense
- As a criminal misdemeanor
- As a license suspension only
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Correct answer: As a civil offense
The manual says a first and second violation of this subsection is a civil offense.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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What does the manual say about information concerning a civil underage consumption or possession offense?
- It always appears on a certified criminal record
- It is sent to the person's employer
- It is sent to the person's school
- It may not appear on a certified criminal record
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Correct answer: It may not appear on a certified criminal record
The manual says information about this civil offense may not appear on an individual's certified criminal record.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 54 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 54)
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The underage possession or consumption law does not apply to alcoholic liquor in connection with what?
- Any religious service
- Any school event
- Any sports event
- Any licensed restaurant meal
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Correct answer: Any religious service
The manual says the section does not apply to possession or consumption in connection with any religious service, or by family members in the private home.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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Which section of Title 21 of the Delaware Code sets the DMV penalties for drinking and driving?
- Section 4177(d)
- Section 4175
- Section 4177A
- Section 4180
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Correct answer: Section 4177A
The manual lists DMV penalties as set forth in Title 21, Section 4177A of the Delaware Code.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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Which section of Title 21 of the Delaware Code sets the court penalties for drinking and driving?
- Section 4177A
- Section 4177(d)
- Section 4176
- Section 4190
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Correct answer: Section 4177(d)
The manual lists court penalties as set forth in Title 21, Section 4177(d) of the Delaware Code.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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Which of these is listed in the manual as a factor to consider before you drink or take drugs and drive?
- Your vehicle will be sold by the State
- Your registration will be cancelled for a year
- Your passengers will have to pay the court fines
- Your insurance rates will significantly increase
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Correct answer: Your insurance rates will significantly increase
The manual lists the expense and hardship to your family, possible loss of employment and significantly higher insurance rates.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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At the time of a DUI arrest, whose driver license is NOT confiscated by the police officer?
- Out of State driver license holders
- Drivers under the age of 21
- Drivers arrested for the first time
- Drivers who have a commercial license
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Correct answer: Out of State driver license holders
The manual says the license is confiscated at arrest with the exception of Out of State driver license holders.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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After confiscating a driver license at a DUI arrest, what does the officer issue?
- A 30-day temporary license
- A 60-day learner permit
- A 15-day temporary license
- A 3-day written warning
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Correct answer: A 15-day temporary license
The manual says the officer will then issue a 15-day temporary license.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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After a DUI arrest, how many days does the driver have to request an administrative hearing?
- 5 days
- 15 days
- 30 days
- 60 days
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Correct answer: 15 days
The manual says the driver will have 15 days to request an administrative hearing.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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What happens to the license if no hearing is requested within the 15-day period?
- The license is returned to the driver
- The temporary license is extended automatically
- The charge is dropped
- The license will be revoked at the end of the 15 days
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Correct answer: The license will be revoked at the end of the 15 days
The manual says the license will be revoked at the end of the 15-day period if no hearing is requested.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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At the Motor Vehicle Administrative Hearing, one thing to be determined is whether a police officer had what?
- Probable cause to believe the driver was under the influence
- A signed statement from a witness at the scene
- A recording of the driver's speed on a radar unit
- The driver's written consent to a search of the car
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Correct answer: Probable cause to believe the driver was under the influence
The hearing determines whether a police officer had probable cause to believe the driver was driving, operating or in actual physical control of a vehicle under the influence.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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At the Motor Vehicle Administrative Hearing, what level of proof is used to decide whether the driver was under the influence?
- Proof beyond a reasonable doubt
- The officer's opinion alone
- A preponderance of evidence
- Clear confession by the driver
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Correct answer: A preponderance of evidence
The hearing decides whether by a preponderance of evidence it appears the driver was under the influence.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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At the administrative hearing, a chemical test result of what BAC or greater is conclusive evidence that the driver was under the influence?
- 0.02
- 0.08
- 0.04
- 0.15
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Correct answer: 0.08
The manual says a chemical test of .08 BAC or greater is conclusive evidence of being under the influence.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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At the Motor Vehicle Administrative Hearing, what is determined about a chemical test?
- Whether the test was taken at a hospital or at a police station
- Whether the driver paid for the chemical test before leaving
- Whether the test was taken within one hour of the driving
- Whether the driver refused a test after being informed of the penalty
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Correct answer: Whether the driver refused a test after being informed of the penalty
One of the hearing's three questions is whether the driver refused a chemical test after being informed of the revocation penalty for refusing.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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After an unfavorable ruling at the administrative hearing on probable cause, how long is the license revoked for a 1st offense?
- 3 months
- 12 months
- 6 months
- 18 months
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Correct answer: 3 months
The probable cause column lists 3 months for a 1st offense.
Source: Delaware Driver Manual (July 2026), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)