California Driver Handbook

Signal _____ feet before you turn.

Signal for at least _____ seconds before changing freeway lanes.

Signal before pulling away from or _____.

Use your horn to alert oncoming traffic on narrow mountain roads where seeing _____ feet ahead is difficult.

Dim your high beam headlights to low-beam headlights within _____ feet of a vehicle coming toward you.

Dim your high beam headlights to low-beam headlights within _____ feet of a vehicle you are following.

Use your headlights when it is too dark to see from _____ feet away.

Use your headlights beginning _____ minutes after sunset.

A single solid yellow line marks _____.

Do you stay to the left or right of double solid yellow lines?

What lane can be to the left of double solid yellow lines?

You can turn left across a single set of double yellow lines to _____.

Two sets of solid double yellow lines spaced two or more feet apart are considered a ______.

Do not drive on or over, make a left turn on, or make a U-turn across a double solid yellow barrier EXCEPT ______.

Only pass when ______.

Broken yellow lines indicate that…

Single solid white lines mark ______.

Double solid white lines indicate a lane barrier between ______.

Can you change lanes over double solid white lines?

What do broken white lines separate?

What do the triangles in yield lines point to?

Which lane is the passing lane?

Where is the center left turn located?

What are center left turn lanes used for?

What do center left turn lanes look like?

You can drive in a bicycle lane when turning within _____ feet of an intersection.

Can you park in a bike lane?

What makes a buffered bike lane different?

What do you do before entering a bike line?

You can drive in a bicycle lane when _____ the road.

When turning right, signal about _____ feet before the turn.

You may/may not right turn at a red light after a complete stop.

You may/may not turn right against a red light

You may/may not use a bus lane to make a right turn

You may/may not turn right on a dedicated right turn lane without stopping.

Enter a two-way center left turn lane within _____ feet of the turn.

When turning left, start signaling _____ feet before the turn.

You may make a U-turn across a _____.

You may make a U-turn in a residential district if no vehicles are approaching you within _____ feet.

Never make a U-turn when you cannot see clearly for _____ feet in each direction.

Never make a U-turn in ______.

Never make a U-turn in front of _____.

To merge, enter, or exit traffic on city streets, you need about _____ feet, or half a block.

To merge, enter, or exit traffic on the highway, you need a full block, which is around _____ feet.

When exiting a highway, signal for approximately _____ seconds before you exit.

When exiting a highway, signal for approximately _____ feet before you exit.

When passing at a hill, curve, intersection, or road obstruction, the hill or curve should be at least _____ ahead.

Do not pass within ____ feet of an intersection, bridge, tunnel, railroad crossing, or other hazardous area.

You may pass on the right only when an open highway has _____ lanes going in your direction.

You may pass on the right only when the driver ahead of you is _____.

Never pass on the left if ____

You pass on the right only when you are on _____.

When backing up to parallel park, you turn your steering wheel back into the space at about a _____ degree angle.

When parallel parking, you should be within _____ inches of the curb.

When straight line backing, back for _____ vehicle lengths.

When straight line backing, remain within _____ feet of the curb.

When parking downhill, turn your wheels _____.

When parking uphill, turn your wheels _____.

When parking uphill or downhill without a curb, turn your front wheels _____.

Never park or leave your vehicle within _____ feet of a sidewalk ramp for disabled persons.

Never park or leave your vehicle within _____ feet of a fire hydrant or fire station driveway.

There is a red light. There is not a NO TURN ON RED sign. Can you turn right?

There is a red light. You yielded for pedestrians. Can you turn right?

There is a red light. There is a NO TURN ON RED sign. Can you turn right?

There is a red light. You stopped at the stop or limit line. Can you turn right?

There is a red light. You did not stop at the stop or limit line. Can you turn right?

There is a red light. Given other circumstances, it is safe. Can you turn right?

There is a red light. Given other circumstances, it is not safe. Can you turn right?

There is a red arrow. Can you turn?

What does a flashing red light mean?

A flashing yellow light means…

The vehicle that arrives to the intersection first has ______.

An intersection is any place where one road meets ______.

Do uncontrolled intersections have signs or traffic signal lights?

Do blind intersections have signs or traffic signal lights?

If a vehicle, pedestrian, or bicyclist gets to the intersection (without stop or yield signs) at the same time as you, give the right-of-way to the vehicle, pedestrian, or ______.

At T intersections without stop or yield signs, ______ has the right of way.

When entering traffic, yield to _____ already occupying the lanes.

Do you enter to the left or the right when entering a roundabout?

Travel in a _____ direction in a roundabout.

If two vehicles meet on a steep narrow road and neither vehicle can pass, the vehicle facing _____ has the right-of-way.

The average passenger vehicle traveling at 55 mph can stop within _____ feet.

A large vehicle traveling at 55 mph can take up to _____ feet to stop.

Always pass a large vehicle on the ______ side.

Safety zones are marked by ______.

When a bus, streetcar, or trolley is stopped at a safety zone or traffic light, you may pass at more than ______ mph.

By default, do not overtake and pass a light rail vehicle or streetcar on the ______ side, whether it is moving or standing.

You can overtake and pass a light rail vehicle or streetcar on the left side, whether moving or standing, if you ______.

Allow a safe ______-second following distance between your vehicle and a motorcycle.

Is it legal to lane split with a motorcycle?

It is against the law to follow within _____ feet of any fire engine, law enforcement vehicle, or other emergency vehicle when their siren or flashing lights are on.

Some slow-moving vehicles have an orange and red triangle on their back, such as road maintenance vehicles, which usually travel at _____ mph or less.

NEVs and LSVs reach a maximum speed of _____ mph.

NEVs and LSVs are restricted from roads where the speed limit is greater than _____ mph.

Bicyclists may move _____ to avoid hazards.

Bicyclists may choose to ride near the _____ curb.

Bicyclists may choose to ride the near the edge of a _____.

If you are a biker under 18, do you need to wear a helmet?

As a bicyclist, you MUST ride as near to the _____ curb as possible.

When bicycling at night, your bicycle must have a front lamp with a white light visible from _____ feet.

When bicycling at night, your bicycle must have a built-in rear red reflector, solid red light, or flashing red light visible from _____ feet.

When bicycling at night, your bicycle must have a white or yellow reflector on each pedal, the bicyclist’s shoes, or their ankles visible from _____ feet.

When on a one-way road with two or more lanes, a bicyclist may ride near the _____.

When you cannot change lanes to pass a bicyclist, allow at least _____ feet of space between your vehicle and the bicyclist.

Enter a bike lane no more than _____ feet before starting a turn.

Fines for traffic violations in a work zone can be _____.

Anyone convicted of assaulting a highway worker faces fines of up to $______.

Anyone convicted of assaulting a highway worker also faces imprisonment for up to _____.

Fines are _____ in safety enhanced double-fined zones.

Fines are _____ in highway construction or maintenance zones when workers are present.

You must drive in the _____ lane or a lane marked for slower vehicles when you tow a vehicle or trailer or drive a truck with three or more axles.

You must drive in the far right lane or a lane marked for slower vehicles when you tow a vehicle or trailer or drive a truck with _____ axles.

When towing, no lanes are marked, and there are four or more lanes in your direction, you may only drive in the ______.

The speed limit is _____ mph within 500 feet of a school while children are outside or crossing the street.

The speed limit is 25 mph within _____ feet of a school while children are outside or crossing the street.

Some school zones may have speed limits as low as _____ mph.

Some school buses flash _____ lights when preparing to stop to let children off the bus.

If you fail to stop when a school bus flashes red lights, you may be fined up to $_____.

If you fail to stop when a school bus flashes red lights, your driving privilege could be suspended for _____.

An intersection is considered blind if it has _____.

The speed limit for a blind intersection is _____ mph.

An alley is any road no wider than _____ feet.

The speed limit in an alley is _____ mph.

The speed limit is _____ mph within 100 feet of a railroad crossing and you cannot see for 400 feet in both directions.

The speed limit is 15 mph within _____ feet of a railroad crossing and you cannot see for 400 feet in both directions.

The speed limit is 15 mph within 100 feet of a railroad crossing and you cannot see for _____ feet in both directions.

You may drive faster than _____ mph if the crossing is controlled by gates, a warning signal, or a flagman.

When crossing devices or a person warns you a train is coming, stop at least _____ feet from the nearest track.

In business or residential districts, the speed limit is _____ mph.

Dumping or abandoning animals on a highway can be punishable by a fine of up to $_____.

Dumping or abandoning animals on a highway can be punishable by _____ months in jail.

Cargo that extends more than _____ feet from the back-rear bumper must display a 12-inch red or fluorescent orange square flag.

Anything in or on a passenger vehicle that extends beyond the fenders on the left side or more than _____ inches on beyond the fenders on the right side should not be carried.

You can affix a _____-inch square on the lower corner of the passenger’s side windshield or the lower corner of the rear window.

You can affix a _____-inch square on the lower corner of the driver’s side window.

You can affix a _____-inch square located in the center uppermost portion of the windshield for an electronic toll payment device.

Fleeing or attempting to evade law enforcement performing their duties using a motor vehicle is punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for _____.

A person convicted of causing serious bodily injury during a law enforcement pursuit is subject to imprisonment in a state prison for up to _____.

A person convicted of causing serious bodily injury during a law enforcement pursuit is subject to imprisonment in a county jail for _____.

A person convicted of manslaughter resulting from evading law enforcement during a pursuit is subject to imprisonment in a state prison for a minimum of _____.

If an unlicensed person is caught driving your vehicle, it may be impounded for _____.

Traffic convictions and collisions stay on your record for _____ months or longer, depending on the type of conviction.

Your license may be suspended if your record shows _____ points in 12 months.

Your license may be suspended if your record shows 4 points in _____ months.

Your license may be suspended if your record shows _____ points in 24 months.

Your license may be suspended if your record shows 6 points in _____ months.

Your license may be suspended if your record shows _____ points in 36 months.

Your license may be suspended if your record shows 8 points in _____ months.

If you received notification that a proposed action is being taken against your driving privilege, you must request a hearing within _____ days of being served or 14 days from the date the notice is mailed.

If you received notification that a proposed action is being taken against your driving privilege, you must request a hearing within 10 days of being served or _____ days from the date the notice is mailed.

Always keep your eyes moving and scan the road at least _____ seconds ahead of your vehicle.

Raise / reduce your speed in highway construction zones.

On a wet road, reduce your speed by _____ mph.

With packed snow on the road, reduce your speed by ____.

With ice on the road, reduce your speed to no more than _____ mph.

If you cannot see farther than 100 feet in a heavy rainstorm or snowstorm, it is not safe to drive faster than _____ mph.

If you cannot see farther than _____ feet in a heavy rainstorm or snowstorm, it is not safe to drive faster than 30 mph.

In heavy rain or fog, use your _____ headlights.

Ride at least _____ inches from the airbag cover.

It is illegal to leave a child who is _____ years old or younger unattended in a car.

The maximum speed limit on most California highways is _____ mph.

The maximum speed limit on a two-lane undivided highway and for vehicles towing trailers is _____ mph.

If your vehicle stops working in the freeway, pull over and call _____.

If your car becomes disabled in railroad tracks, _____.

If you are _____ years old and convicted of operating a bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, your driving privilege may be suspended or delayed for one year once you are eligible to drive.

It is illegal for you to drive if you have a BAC of ______ % or higher if you are over 21 years old.

It is illegal for you to drive if you have a BAC of
______ % or higher if you are under 21 years old.

It is illegal for you to drive if you have a BAC of _____% or higher at any age if you are on DUI probation.

It is illegal for you to drive if you have a BAC of _____% or higher if you drive a vehicle that requires a commercial
driver’s license.

It is illegal for you to drive if you have a BAC of _____% or higher if you are driving a passenger for hire.

If you are arrested for DUI, the law enforcement officer may take your driver’s license and give you a temporary driver’s license for _____ days.

If you are arrested for DUI, you may request a DMV administrative hearing within ______ days from the date of your arrest.

If you are arrested for DUI, the California Administrative Per Se law requires DMV to ______.

If you are convicted of a DUI, DMV will suspend or revoke your driving privilege and you must complete a _____ program.

If you are convicted of a DUI, DMV will suspend or revoke your driving privilege and you must file ______.

If you are convicted of a DUI, DMV will suspend or revoke your driving privilege and you must pay any ______.

If you are convicted of a DUI, DMV will suspend or revoke your driving privilege and you may be required to install an _____ on your vehicle.

What does IID stand for?

If you are convicted of DUI, you may be sentenced up to ______ months in jail.

If you are convicted of DUI, you may have to pay a ______.

If you are convicted of DUI, you may have your vehicle impounded by law enforcement and pay a ______ fee.

If you cause serious injury or death while driving under the influence
of drugs or alcohol, you may face _____ lawsuits.

All DUI convictions remain on your driver’s record for ______ years.

If you are under 21 and caught with alcohol in your vehicle, law enforcement can
impound your vehicle for up to _____ days.

If you are under 21, you may not carry my alcohol beverage inside a vehicle unless an individual who is _____ years or older is with you.

If you are under 21 and convicted of a DUI with a BAC of _____% or higher, DMV may revoke your driving privilege for one year.

If you are under 21 and convicted of a DUI with a BAC of 0.01% or higher, DMV may revoke your driving privilege for _____ year(s).

If you are under 21 and your PAS test shows a BAC of ______% or higher, the officer may require you to take a breath or blood test.

If you are under 21 and a later test shows you have a BAC of _____% or higher, you may be arrested for a DUI and your driving privilege may be suspended.

Your insurance must cover at least $_____ for a single death or injury.

Your insurance must cover at least $_____ for a death or injury to more than one person.

Your insurance must cover at least $_____ for property damage.

If the collision you are in caused more than $_____ in damage to property, you must report it to DMV within 10 days.

If the collision you are in caused more than $1000 in damage to property, you must report it to DMV within _____ days.

If anyone in the collision you are in was injured or killed, you must report it to DMV within _____ days.

Your driving privilege will be suspended for up to _____ years if you are in a collision and do not have proper insurance coverage.

When you buy a vehicle, you have _____ days to transfer ownership to your name.

When you sell a vehicle, you must notify DMV within _____ days by completing a Notice of Transfer and Release of Liability.

You have _____ days to register your out-of-state vehicle after you become a resident or get a job in California.

If you are _____ years old or older at the time your driver’s license expires, you are required to renew your driver’s license in person, unless otherwise instructed by DMV.

If you are 70 or older at the time your driver’s license expires, DMV sends a renewal notice to your address of record about _____ days before your driver’s license expires.

The Mature Driver Improvement Program is an eight-hour course for drivers _____ years old and older.

If you are _____ years old or older, you are eligible for a no-fee Senior ID card.