Vermont: Distracted and drowsy driving — Part 2 Practice Test
Questions in this part include: “What does the manual suggest you do if you find yourself “lost in thought” while driving?” · “In Vermont, what is against the law for drivers to do while driving?”
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Questions are original and based on the official manual "Vermont Driver's Manual" (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles.
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What does the manual suggest you do if you find yourself “lost in thought” while driving?
- Turn on the radio louder
- Drive faster to get there sooner
- Look at the scenery
- Take a break
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Correct answer: Take a break
The manual says to take a break if you find yourself lost in thought while driving.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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Where does the manual say you should do your personal grooming?
- At red lights only
- At home, not in the vehicle
- In the vehicle when parked on a hill
- In the vehicle on straight roads
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Correct answer: At home, not in the vehicle
Grooming takes your attention off driving, so the manual says to do it at home rather than in the vehicle.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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Where should a pet be while you are driving, according to the manual?
- In your lap with a leash on
- On the front passenger seat
- In a carrier, not in your lap or free to move
- Loose in the back so it can move around
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Correct answer: In a carrier, not in your lap or free to move
The manual says pets can be distracting and should be kept in a carrier, not in your lap or loose in the vehicle.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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What does the manual say about smoking while driving?
- It is a distraction; avoid it while driving
- It helps keep drivers alert
- It is acceptable if you use only one hand
- It is a distraction only on highways
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Correct answer: It is a distraction; avoid it while driving
The manual lists smoking as a distraction and says to avoid it while driving.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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Which of these may keep you from driving well, according to the manual?
- Being overly worried, angry or depressed
- Being calm and relaxed
- Having plenty of time for your trip
- Having planned your route ahead
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Correct answer: Being overly worried, angry or depressed
The manual says you may not drive well if you are overly worried, excited, afraid, angry or depressed.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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What does the manual suggest is a good way to cool off and calm down?
- Driving faster for a few miles
- Turning the radio up
- Taking a walk
- Taking a short nap while driving
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Correct answer: Taking a walk
The manual says to give yourself time to cool off and calm down, and that taking a walk is a good way to do this.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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According to the manual, why should you give yourself extra time for a driving trip and leave a few minutes early?
- You will be able to use the passing lane more often
- You are less likely to speed or break laws or crash
- You will not need to use your turn signals as often
- You will get better fuel economy
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Correct answer: You are less likely to speed or break laws or crash
The manual says that with plenty of time you are less likely to speed, break laws or crash.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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In Vermont, what is against the law for drivers to do while driving?
- Listen to the radio
- Check the time on a wristwatch
- Talk with a passenger
- Read or send messages
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Correct answer: Read or send messages
The manual states it is against the law for drivers to read or send messages while driving.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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When is it against the law in Vermont to use a portable electronic device on a public highway?
- Only while the vehicle is in motion on the road
- While operating a vehicle, even if stationary
- Only while driving on an interstate highway
- Only while driving through a work zone
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Correct answer: While operating a vehicle, even if stationary
The law covers operating a motor vehicle on a public highway in Vermont, and it applies even while the vehicle is stationary.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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What is the fine for a first violation of Vermont’s law against using a portable electronic device while driving?
- Not less than $50 and not more than $100
- Not less than $500 and not more than $1,000
- Not less than $25 and not more than $75
- Not less than $100 and not more than $200
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Correct answer: Not less than $100 and not more than $200
A first violation carries a fine of at least $100 and at most $200.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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What is the fine for a second or subsequent violation of Vermont’s law against using a portable electronic device while driving?
- Not less than $250 and not more than $500
- Not less than $100 and not more than $200
- Not less than $1,000 and not more than $2,000
- Not less than $50 and not more than $150
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Correct answer: Not less than $250 and not more than $500
A second or later violation carries a fine of at least $250 and at most $500.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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How many points are assessed against your driving record for a first conviction of using a portable electronic device in a properly designated work zone with workers present?
- One point
- Six points
- Two points
- Eight points
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Correct answer: Two points
A first conviction in a designated work zone where construction, maintenance or utility personnel are present adds two points.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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How many points are assessed against your driving record for a second or subsequent conviction of using a portable electronic device in a properly designated work zone with workers present?
- Three points
- Seven points
- Ten points
- Five points
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Correct answer: Five points
A second or later conviction in such a work zone adds five points to the driving record.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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Points for using a portable electronic device are assessed in a properly designated work zone in which who is present?
- Only police officers and tow truck drivers
- Construction, maintenance, or utility personnel
- Only school bus drivers and their students
- Only pedestrians crossing the road ahead
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Correct answer: Construction, maintenance, or utility personnel
The points apply to a conviction in a designated work zone where construction, maintenance, or utility personnel are present.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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If a call needs to be made while you are driving, what does the manual say to do?
- Make the call quickly when stopped at a red light
- Use the speaker phone only while the vehicle is moving
- Ask a passenger to place it or stop in a safe place
- Keep the call very short and drive slowly
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Correct answer: Ask a passenger to place it or stop in a safe place
The manual advises asking a passenger to place the call or stopping at a safe place before calling.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 55 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 55)
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What does the manual say to do about your phone when it rings while you are driving?
- Don’t answer it; return calls when stopped at a safe location
- Answer it quickly and keep the call as short as possible
- Answer it only if you recognize the number calling you
- Answer it only while driving on straight, flat roads
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Correct answer: Don’t answer it; return calls when stopped at a safe location
The manual says not to answer, let the caller leave a message, and return calls when stopped at a safe location.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 56 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 56)
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Why does the manual say to secure your phone in the vehicle?
- So it does not become a projectile in a crash
- So it does not ring while you are driving
- So it stays charged during the trip
- So it cannot be seen from outside the vehicle
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Correct answer: So it does not become a projectile in a crash
A loose phone can fly through the vehicle in a crash, so the manual says to secure it.
Source: Vermont Driver's Manual (2025 edition (VN-007 07/2024)), page 56 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 56)