Illinois: Licensing basics — Part 2 Practice Test
Graduated licensing, permits, ID documents, license classes, the exams and vehicle registration. — Part 2
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Illinois Rules of the Road" (2026), Illinois Secretary of State.
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Using an unlawfully altered driver's license can lead to a suspension or revocation of driving privileges for how long?
- 3 months
- 12 months
- 6 months
- 24 months
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Correct answer: 12 months
Driver's license/ID fraud offenses, such as using an altered license, can bring a 12-month suspension or revocation of driving privileges.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 9
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A Medical Report completed by a physician must be presented to DMV personnel within how many days from the date the physician signs it?
- 30 days
- Six months
- One year
- 90 days
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Correct answer: 90 days
The Medical Report must be presented within 90 days from the date the physician signs it.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 9
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If you develop a medical condition likely to cause a loss of consciousness, within how many days must you notify the Secretary of State's office?
- 10 days
- 30 days
- 90 days
- 5 days
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Correct answer: 10 days
You must notify the Secretary of State's office within 10 days of becoming aware of such a condition.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 9
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Failing to report a medical condition that is likely to cause a loss of consciousness may lead to what?
- A written warning with no effect on your license
- A $50 fine with no effect on your license
- Cancellation of your license and driving privileges
- A requirement to retake only the written test
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Correct answer: Cancellation of your license and driving privileges
Failure to notify the Secretary of State may lead to cancellation of your driver's license and driving privileges.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 9
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At what age are driver's license/ID card applicants asked to join the Illinois Organ/Tissue Donor Registry?
- 16 and older
- 18 and older
- 21 and older
- 15 and older
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Correct answer: 16 and older
Applicants age 16 and older are asked to join the Illinois Organ/Tissue Donor Registry.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 10
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To have a VETERAN designation placed on an Illinois driver's license/ID card, what must the applicant provide?
- A signed statement from a family member
- A copy of their voter registration card
- Proof of honorable discharge or qualifying service
- Proof of a current military draft registration
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Correct answer: Proof of honorable discharge or qualifying service
The applicant must provide proof of an honorable discharge or retirement from the U.S. military, or show service as a reservist or National Guard member.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 10
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Where is a VETERAN designation placed on an Illinois driver's license/ID card?
- On the back of the card
- On the face of the card
- On a separate paper card
- Only in the electronic record
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Correct answer: On the face of the card
The VETERAN designation may be placed on the face of the card at the applicant's request.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 10
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Where is a GOLD STAR FAMILY designation placed on an Illinois driver's license/ID card?
- On the face of the card
- On a separate paper card
- Only in the electronic record
- On the back of the card
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Correct answer: On the back of the card
The GOLD STAR FAMILY designation may be placed on the back of the card at the applicant's request.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 10
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A person applying for a REAL ID-compliant card who has provided proof of U.S. citizenship is told the application will also serve as what?
- An application to register to vote, unless they opt out
- An application for a U.S. passport card
- A request to join the organ donor registry
- Registration in the Emergency Contact Database
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Correct answer: An application to register to vote, unless they opt out
For REAL ID applicants who proved U.S. citizenship, the application also serves as a voter registration application unless they opt out.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 10
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Are non-U.S. citizens applying for an Illinois driver's license eligible to register to vote?
- Yes, if they hold a REAL ID
- Yes, after one year of residency
- No
- Yes, if they are age 18 or older
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Correct answer: No
The manual states that non-U.S. citizens applying for a driver's license are not eligible to register to vote.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 10
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Federal law requires males of which ages to register with the Selective Service System?
- 16-21
- 18-25
- 18-30
- 21-35
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Correct answer: 18-25
Federal law requires all males ages 18-25 to register, and a qualifying male's signature on the application certifies or authorizes registration.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 10
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What does the Illinois Emergency Contact Database allow a driver's license/ID card holder to do?
- Get text alerts about road closures and weather
- Request free roadside help from the state
- Report crashes online instead of to the police
- Give emergency contacts to police and responders
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Correct answer: Give emergency contacts to police and responders
The program lets a person provide emergency contact information for law enforcement or emergency responders in case of a crash or emergency.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 10
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Which ID card holders can renew a valid ID card online at ilsos.gov?
- Those ages 18-64
- Those ages 16-21
- Those ages 65+
- Those ages 22-64
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Correct answer: Those ages 22-64
Online services include renewing a valid ID card for those ages 22-64; seniors 65 and older have free, non-expiring IDs.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 12
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Which of these services is listed as available online at ilsos.gov?
- Taking the road driving exam
- Getting a first-time REAL ID card
- Obtaining a driver record abstract
- Taking the vision screening test
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Correct answer: Obtaining a driver record abstract
The expanded online services include obtaining a driver record abstract.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 12
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Which license class covers any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, when the towed vehicle is over 10,000 pounds?
- Class B
- Class C
- Class D
- Class A
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Correct answer: Class A
Class A covers any combination of motor vehicles with a GCWR of 26,001 pounds or more where the towed vehicle exceeds 10,000 pounds.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 104
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Which license class covers any single motor vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more?
- Class B
- Class A
- Class C
- Class D
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Correct answer: Class B
Class B covers any single motor vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more, or such a vehicle towing one of 10,000 pounds or less.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 104
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Which license class covers a motor vehicle with a GVWR of more than 16,000 pounds but less than 26,001 pounds?
- Class B
- Class D
- Class C
- Class A
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Correct answer: Class C
Class C covers any motor vehicle with a GVWR of more than 16,000 pounds but less than 26,001 pounds.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 104
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Under Class C, a vehicle designed to carry at least how many passengers, including the driver, is included?
- 10
- 16
- 12
- 20
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Correct answer: 16
Class C includes any vehicle designed to carry 16 or more passengers, including the driver.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 104
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Class D covers any motor vehicle with a GVWR of how many pounds or less, except vehicles that require another class?
- 12,000
- 10,000
- 20,000
- 16,000
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Correct answer: 16,000
Class D covers any motor vehicle with a GVWR of 16,000 pounds or less, except those requiring a Class A, B, C, L or M license.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 104
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A Class L license covers motor-driven cycles with less than what engine displacement?
- 150cc
- 50cc
- 250cc
- 100cc
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Correct answer: 150cc
Class L covers any motor-driven cycle with less than 150cc displacement.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 104
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Which license class covers any motorcycle or motor-driven cycle?
- Class L
- Class D
- Class M
- Class C
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Correct answer: Class M
Class M covers any motorcycle or motor-driven cycle.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 104
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What is the longest period for which a Probationary License can be issued?
- Six months
- 12 months
- One month
- Three months
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Correct answer: Three months
A Probationary License cannot be issued for more than three months.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 104
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A Restricted Local Driver's License is issued to a driver who lives in a community with fewer than how many residents?
- 3,500
- 5,000
- 10,000
- 2,500
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Correct answer: 3,500
A Restricted Local Driver's License is issued to a driver who lives in a community with less than 3,500 residents and drives only within certain areas of it.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 104
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Are photocopies accepted as identification documents for a driver's license/ID card?
- Yes, if they are notarized
- Yes, for residency (Group D) only
- No, photocopies are not accepted
- Yes, if made at a DMV facility
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Correct answer: No, photocopies are not accepted
The Acceptable Identification Documents chart states that photocopies are not accepted.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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In the Acceptable Identification Documents chart, what do Group A documents prove?
- Date of birth
- Written signature
- Social Security number
- Residency
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Correct answer: Written signature
Group A in the chart is Written Signature.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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In the Acceptable Identification Documents chart, which group lists documents that prove residency?
- Group A
- Group B
- Group C
- Group D
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Correct answer: Group D
Group D in the chart is Residency.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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A canceled check used as an identification document must be dated within how many days of the application?
- 90 days
- 30 days
- 60 days
- 180 days
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Correct answer: 90 days
The chart accepts a canceled check dated within 90 days of application.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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To be used as proof of written signature, an Illinois driver's license must be current or expired less than how long?
- Two years
- 90 days
- One year
- Six months
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Correct answer: One year
Group A accepts an Illinois driver's license that is current or expired less than 1 year.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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For what purpose can a major-brand credit card be used in the Acceptable Identification Documents chart?
- Proof of date of birth
- Proof of Social Security number
- Proof of vehicle ownership
- Signature verification only
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Correct answer: Signature verification only
The chart states that acceptable major-brand credit cards are for signature verification only.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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What must Group C (Social Security number) documents contain?
- Your name and full Social Security number
- Your name and last four digits of your SSN
- Your photo and your date of birth
- Your signature and home address
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Correct answer: Your name and full Social Security number
Group C documents must contain your name and full Social Security number.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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A birth certificate used as proof of date of birth must be what?
- A clear photocopy
- Laminated for protection
- Original or certified
- Signed by a notary public
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Correct answer: Original or certified
Birth certificates must be original or certified by a Board of Health or Bureau of Vital Statistics (or the other listed authorities).
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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When is a foreign passport accepted as proof of date of birth?
- Only when translated by a DMV employee
- When accompanied by any other Group B item
- Only when it was issued within the past year
- Never; only U.S. passports are accepted
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Correct answer: When accompanied by any other Group B item
Foreign passports and birth certificates are accepted as proof if accompanied by any other item in Group B.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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A utility bill used to prove residency must have been issued within how many days of the application?
- 30 days
- 60 days
- 180 days
- 90 days
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Correct answer: 90 days
Group D accepts a utility bill issued within 90 days of application.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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A credit report used to prove residency must be dated within how long of the application?
- 12 months
- 90 days
- 30 days
- Six months
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Correct answer: 12 months
Group D accepts a credit report from Experian, Equifax or TransUnion dated within 12 months of application.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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Documents from which groups may also be used to prove residency (Group D) if they show your full name and residence address?
- Only Group B
- Only Group C
- Groups A, B or C
- None of these
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Correct answer: Groups A, B or C
Documents in Groups A, B or C that contain your full name and residence address may also be used for Group D.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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Consular cards from which of these countries are accepted?
- Canada
- Mexico
- India
- Philippines
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Correct answer: Mexico
Only consular cards from Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala and Mexico are accepted.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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Which of these is listed as an unacceptable identification document?
- U.S. Passport or Passport Card
- Social Security Card (from SSA)
- Certified Birth Certificate
- International Driving Permit
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Correct answer: International Driving Permit
The International Driving Permit is on the list of unacceptable documents.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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Which of these can NOT be used as an identification document?
- College or University ID Card
- Certified college transcript
- College report card
- College tuition invoice
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Correct answer: College or University ID Card
A college or university ID card is on the unacceptable list, while transcripts, report cards and tuition invoices appear in the acceptable groups.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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Is an instruction permit or its receipt accepted as an identification document?
- Yes, for proof of signature
- Yes, for proof of birth date
- No, it is unacceptable
- Yes, for proof of residency
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Correct answer: No, it is unacceptable
Instruction Permit/Receipt is on the list of unacceptable documents.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106
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After reviewing all identification presented, who has the right to accept or refuse any document?
- The applicant's employer
- Secretary of State management
- A notary public
- The local police department
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Correct answer: Secretary of State management
After review of all identification presented, Secretary of State management has the right to accept or refuse any document.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 106