Illinois: Road signs — Part 2 Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “What separates traffic going in opposite directions on a divided highway?”
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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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Where a Do Not Pass sign is posted on a two-lane, two-way road, what else will you find?
- White dashed lines in the center of the road
- A flashing yellow beacon on the sign
- A reduced speed limit sign below it
- Yellow "no passing" lines on the road
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Correct answer: Yellow "no passing" lines on the road
The Do Not Pass sign is posted on some two-lane roads where traffic goes in both directions, and there will also be yellow "no passing" lines on the road.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 68
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What does a Pass with Care sign tell you?
- You have reached the end of the no-passing zone
- You may pass on the right shoulder with care
- Passing is allowed only by trucks and buses
- You must not pass any vehicle for the next mile
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Correct answer: You have reached the end of the no-passing zone
Pass with Care informs you that you have reached the end of the no-passing zone; you may pass only when it is safe.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 68
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What does a Road Closed sign mean?
- Only local traffic may continue
- The road is closed only at night
- The road is closed to all traffic
- Trucks must use another route
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Correct answer: The road is closed to all traffic
The Road Closed sign is used when the road is closed to all traffic; you may not continue on the road.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 68
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Why are Stop Ahead, Yield Ahead, and Signal Ahead warning signs also used in high-speed areas?
- Because drivers there often ignore signals
- Because a longer distance is needed to stop
- Because signals there are often out of order
- Because trucks may not stop in these areas
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Correct answer: Because a longer distance is needed to stop
Advance warning signs are also used in high-speed areas because of the longer distance needed to slow down or stop.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 69
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Besides an intersection-ahead warning sign, what else may be posted before an intersection?
- A sign showing the distance to the next city
- A sign listing the speed limit on the cross street
- A sign showing the nearest hospital
- A sign naming the intersecting road
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Correct answer: A sign naming the intersecting road
Intersection warning signs warn of intersections ahead, and a sign naming the intersecting road also may be posted.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 70
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On a warning sign posted before turns and curves, what tells you what to expect?
- The shape of the arrow
- The color of the sign
- The size of the sign
- The number of arrows
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Correct answer: The shape of the arrow
Certain signs are posted before turns and curves, and the shape of the arrow tells you what to expect.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 70
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What may a small sign posted below a turn or curve arrow sign show?
- The length of the curve
- The minimum speed allowed
- The maximum safe speed
- The name of the road
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Correct answer: The maximum safe speed
A small sign showing the maximum safe speed may also be posted below the arrow.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 70
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Why should you slow down on wet pavement, as warned by the Slippery Pavement sign?
- Wet roads make your headlights dimmer
- The speed limit is lowered when it rains
- Wet pavement causes your brakes to lock
- It takes longer to stop
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Correct answer: It takes longer to stop
All roads are slippery when wet; slow down when coming upon wet pavement because it takes longer to stop.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 70
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What should you do when you see a Downgrade sign?
- Slow your speed before starting down the hill
- Speed up so you can climb the next hill
- Shift into neutral to coast down the hill
- Pull onto the shoulder and wait for traffic
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Correct answer: Slow your speed before starting down the hill
The Downgrade sign warns of a dangerous hill that may be long, steep, or have sharp curves; slow your speed before starting down the hill.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 71
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According to the Narrow Bridge sign explanation, a bridge width is generally how much less than the width of the approach pavement?
- 6 feet less
- 1 foot less
- 2 feet less
- 4 feet less
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Correct answer: 2 feet less
A bridge width is generally 2 feet less than the width of the approach pavement.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 71
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According to the Reduction in Lanes explanation, a reduction in lanes can be which of these?
- Temporary or permanent
- Only temporary, never permanent
- Only permanent, never temporary
- Only during construction work
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Correct answer: Temporary or permanent
Reduction in lanes can be temporary, due to construction or maintenance activities, or permanent.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 71
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What does the Road Narrows sign warn you of?
- A bridge that is closed ahead
- A divided highway that begins
- A two-lane road that suddenly narrows
- A curve with a lower safe speed
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Correct answer: A two-lane road that suddenly narrows
The Road Narrows sign warns you that a two-lane road suddenly narrows.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 71
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Where may you find several Change in Direction signs?
- At the start of a school zone
- Along a straight, level highway
- At the entrance to a parking lot
- On the outside of a sharp curve
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Correct answer: On the outside of a sharp curve
You may find several Change in Direction signs on the outside of a sharp curve or on approaches to a narrow bridge.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 72
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What separates traffic going in opposite directions on a divided highway?
- A center strip
- A double white line
- A row of traffic cones
- A shared left turn lane
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Correct answer: A center strip
Divided highways have a center strip that separates traffic going in opposite directions.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 72
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What does the Two-Way Roadway sign inform you?
- You are entering a one-way street
- A divided highway begins ahead
- You are leaving a divided roadway
- The road ahead is closed to all traffic
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Correct answer: You are leaving a divided roadway
The Two-Way Roadway sign informs you that you are leaving a divided roadway and approaching a two-way highway.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 72
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What is the purpose of portable changeable message signs?
- To show advertising for local businesses
- To post permanent speed limits
- To mark the edges of parking lots
- To give real-time road information and guidance
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Correct answer: To give real-time road information and guidance
Portable changeable message signs provide real-time information about road conditions and provide guidance; it is important to follow their messages.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 73
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What do route marker signs do?
- Direct you to specific roads
- Warn you of hazards ahead
- Tell you the speed limit
- Mark parks and recreation areas
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Correct answer: Direct you to specific roads
Route markers are used alone or with smaller signs and direct you to specific roads.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 74
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What should you do when you see a diamond-shaped WARNING sign?
- Stop completely, then proceed
- Keep your speed and watch for signals
- Pull onto the shoulder and wait
- Slow down and use caution
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Correct answer: Slow down and use caution
The diamond-shaped sign warns you about hazards or possible hazards on or near the roadway; slow down and use caution.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 63