Illinois: Sharing the road — Part 3 Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “How old must the operator of a Class 3 low-speed electric bicycle be?” · “What must a moped or scooter have in order to carry two people?”
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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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You are about to turn right and a bicyclist is approaching on your right. What should you do?
- Turn quickly before the bicyclist arrives
- Signal and turn, since the cyclist must yield
- Move into the bike lane to block the cyclist
- Let the bicyclist go through first, then turn
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Correct answer: Let the bicyclist go through first, then turn
If you are turning right and a bicyclist is approaching on the right, let the bicyclist go through the intersection first before making the right turn.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 43
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How old must the operator of a Class 3 low-speed electric bicycle be?
- At least 16
- At least 14
- At least 18
- At least 12
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Correct answer: At least 16
The manual states that operators of a Class 3 low-speed electric bicycle must be at least age 16.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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Where may low-speed electric bicycles never be operated, according to the manual?
- On authorized streets
- In bicycle lanes
- On sidewalks
- On authorized highways
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Correct answer: On sidewalks
Low-speed electric bicycles may not be operated on sidewalks. They may use authorized highways, streets and roadways, including bicycle lanes.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 43
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After parking, which hand does the manual suggest using to open the driver's door, and why?
- Your left hand, to open the door faster
- Your right hand, so you turn and can see bikes
- Either hand, as long as you open it slowly
- Your left hand, so you can watch the mirror
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Correct answer: Your right hand, so you turn and can see bikes
Drivers should consider reaching with their right hand to open the door, which turns the upper body and gives a better chance to check for oncoming vehicles and bicyclists.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 43
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A low-speed electric bicycle has fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than:
- 500 watts
- 1,000 watts
- 1,500 watts
- 750 watts
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Correct answer: 750 watts
The manual defines a low-speed electric bicycle as a bicycle with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 43
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Who may prohibit the use of low-speed electric bicycles on roadways or bike paths within their area?
- Local authorities
- Only the federal government
- No one; state law allows them everywhere
- Only the owners of adjoining property
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Correct answer: Local authorities
Local authorities may prohibit the use of low-speed electric bicycles on roadways or bike paths within their jurisdiction.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 43
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How many classes of low-speed electric bicycles does the manual describe?
- Two
- Four
- Three
- Five
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Correct answer: Three
The manual states there are three classes of low-speed electric bicycles (Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3).
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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Which class of low-speed electric bicycle has a motor that assists only while the rider pedals and stops assisting at 20 mph?
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Class L
- Class 1
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Correct answer: Class 1
A Class 1 e-bike's motor provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches 20 mph.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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Which class of low-speed electric bicycle has a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle?
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Class M
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Correct answer: Class 2
A Class 2 e-bike is equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle but is not capable of engaging when the bicycle reaches 20 mph.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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When may a scooter be titled and registered in Illinois?
- When it has a federal safety label and a VIN
- When its engine is under 50cc and it has pedals
- When its owner holds a Class M license
- Scooters can never be titled or registered
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Correct answer: When it has a federal safety label and a VIN
A scooter may be titled and registered in Illinois if it displays a federal safety certification label and has a vehicle identification number (VIN).
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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What must a moped or scooter have in order to carry two people?
- A second set of passenger handlebars
- A sidecar attached to the right side
- A seat and footrest for the passenger
- An engine of at least 150cc
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Correct answer: A seat and footrest for the passenger
Mopeds or scooters carrying two people must have a seat and footrest for the passenger.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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If a moped or scooter is driven at night, its headlight must be visible from at least how far?
- 100 feet
- 200 feet
- 1,000 feet
- 500 feet
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Correct answer: 500 feet
If driven at night, a moped or scooter must have a headlight visible from at least 500 feet and a taillight visible from at least 100-600 feet.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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A scooter has an engine with less than 150cc displacement. What license is required to operate it?
- An instruction permit only
- Class L motorcycle license
- Any valid driver's license
- No license is required
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Correct answer: Class L motorcycle license
A scooter with an engine of less than 150cc displacement is a motor-driven cycle, and a Class L motorcycle license is required.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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A scooter has an engine with 150cc displacement or greater. What license is required?
- Class L license
- Any valid license
- Class M license
- No license
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Correct answer: Class M license
A scooter with an engine of 150cc or greater is a motorcycle, and a Class M license is required.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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What license is needed to operate a moped in Illinois?
- A Class M motorcycle license
- A Class L motorcycle license
- A moped permit and nothing else
- Any valid Illinois license
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Correct answer: Any valid Illinois license
A moped may be operated with any valid Illinois driver's license.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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If a moped uses a combustion engine, what limits apply?
- No more than 50cc, and no gear shifting required
- No more than 150cc, with a manual gearbox
- No more than 100cc, and top speed of 35 mph
- No more than 750cc, and pedals are required
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Correct answer: No more than 50cc, and no gear shifting required
A moped's combustion engine may not exceed 50cc displacement and may not require the operator to shift gears.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44
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What is the maximum speed of a low-speed electric scooter, as defined in the manual?
- 15 miles per hour
- 10 miles per hour
- 20 miles per hour
- 25 miles per hour
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Correct answer: 10 miles per hour
A low-speed electric scooter weighs less than 100 pounds and has a maximum speed of 10 miles per hour.
Source: Illinois Rules of the Road (2026), page 44