State Exam Review

The following review questions will help you study for the state exam. All answers can be found in the NJ Driver Manual. You can also use any quiz from class to help you study.
 

Pages 5-27 Know the Three Option Chart!!!

1. What three documents must a motorist always carry with them when driving?
2. When a permit driver in behind the wheel, who must accompany them?
3. How long does a NJ resident have to report an address change and a name change to MVC?
4. How long does person have to report an address change to MVC when they move into NJ from another state?
5. What must a driver have before they apply for a CDL?
6. Can a NJ resident be issued a motorcycle license without a basic driver license?
7. What do the letters GDL and CDL stand for?
8. What is the punishment for altering or showing an altered driver’s license?
9. What is the punishment for getting a driver license illegally?
10. The 6 point ID Verification Program is needed as proof of identification when you apply for a permit, license or registration. For the state exam you do not need to memorize the type of documents required.
11. What is the fine for failure to adhere to the GDL restrictions?
12. What are the three options to apply for a license under the GDL? How old does a person have to be for each option?
13. What must a person be enrolled in to apply for the Early Bird Option?
14. Who purchases the permit for a driver who is going through the Early Bird Option?
15. How long must an Early Bird and Young Adult Driver practice supervised driving (permit) before they can get a provisional license.
16. How long must an Early Bird and Young Adult Driver have a provisional license?
17. How old does a NJ resident have to be to issue an unrestricted license?
18. What program does a NJ resident have to follow before they will be issued an unrestricted license?
19. What test must a permit driver pass before they can receive their probationary license?
20. Describe the qualifications of a supervising driver.
21. Remember there are no time or passenger resections for an Adult Road permit or provisional driver.
22. What is the name of the type of permit that is issued for an Early Bird option?
23. What is the name of the type of permit that is issued for the Young Adult and Adult options?
24. What is the time restriction for a Probationary Driver?
25. How many  passengers are allowed to be in a car driven by a Probationary Driver?
26. Are there any passenger or hour restrictions for provisional drivers who are over 21?
27. Who is responsible when a permit/student driver commits a violation?
28. What is the fine for violating conditions of the GDL?
29. Once a Probationary driver is 18 and has been driving with restriction for 12 months, what must they do before they do to obtain a full unrestricted basic license?
30. In order to obtain a license through the Early Bird Road, a person must do what three things to get a provisional license?
31. When obtaining a license though the Early Bird Road, a person must practice unsupervised driving for how long? 
32. When obtaining a license though the Early Bird Road, what three things must a person do in order to get a basic driver license?
33. When getting a Probationary license through the Young Adult Road, what two things must a person do?
34. When obtaining a license though the Adult Road, are there any time restrictions?
35. When obtaining a license though the Adult Road, a person must practice supervised driving for how long?
36. What is the penalty for possessing or displaying an altering or counterfeited license?
37. List the restrictions that are placed on Probationary Drivers license.
38. What do the letters CDL stand for?

Pages 30 to 35

1. What documents must be brought to the road test?
2. If a driver fails the road test, how long must they wait before they can take it again?
3. Can the car be the cause for the driver to fail the road test?

Pages 37 – 53

1. Review the GDL seatbelt law.
2. Who is responsible for the driver and all passengers in the car for wearing the proper safety devices?
3. List the four ways seat belts are helpful.
4. Where should children under 12 years of age sit in a car?
5. When and where booster seats needed for children?
6. By law what must every passenger wear no matter where they are sitting in the car?
7. How thick must the tread on a tire be?
8. What is the fine for not removing snow and ice a motor vehicle?
9. What is the fine for having a vehicle idling for more than 3 minutes?
10. Explain how to turn the wheel when driving in reverse.
11. Where should a driver place their hands on steering wheel?
12. When should a driver use signals?
13. How far in advance should a driver signal?
14. Know the three hand signals.
15. Explain how the driver’s body should be positioned when driving in reverse.
16. Explain the hand position on the steering wheel when driving in reverse in a straight line and when turning.
17. What type of parking, commonly done on city streets, takes the most practice for new motorist to learn?
18. How close to a curb must a driver park?
19. How do you park uphill and downhill?
20. Know the green chart on page 48. Memorize the section on braking distances for speeds of 30mph or more.

Pages 57-77

1.      What are all the speed limits in NJ?

2.      When can you get a ticket for driving to slow?

2A In addition to construction zones, in what areas are violation fines doubled?

3.      Explain how and when to pass?

4.      NJ law requires that you stay to the right except …..?

5.      Explain how to yield to emergency vehicles.

6.      Define intersection, uncontrolled intersection and controlled intersection.

6A  Is it legal to drive on a private property to avoid a traffic signal or sign?

6 B . The above violation carries a penalty of 2 points.

6 C. What is the penalty if a motorist fails to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk?

         Page 62 should Read... A Motorist must stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, ( per N.J.S.A 39:4-36, failure to stiop carries a fine of up to $500, up to 25 days in jail, community service, a driving privilege suspension of up to 6 months and 2 points.

7.      What practices should you follow at an uncontrolled intersection?

8.      What are acceleration lanes?

9.      Where are most deceleration lanes on highways located?

10.  What should a driver do if they miss an exit on a highway?

11.  What do cars tend to do when they are in the curve?

12.  How should you enter a curve?

13.  Explain the right on red law.

14.  Here it is again! How far in advance should you signal?

15.  Review how to make left turns.

16.  How does a driver make a left turn from a two-way road into a four-lane highway?

17.  What must a driver do when there is a single solid white line across a road at an intersection for a traffic light or stop sign?

18.  List the warning devices for a railroad crossing.

19.  How far away from a railroad crossing should a driver stop?

20.  What must a driver do if the gate are being lowered or are lowered at railroad crossing?

21.  Explain all rules that apply to passing school buses.

22.  What do you do when an emergency vehicles approach that has on sirens and flashing red or blue lights?

23. What is the “Move Over” law and what is the fine if a motorist violates the law? When do you use headlights?

24.  When do you use headlights?

25. When do you use high beams or brights?

26. How close can you park to a fire hydrant; a crosswalk; a stop sign; a fire station?

27. How close can you park next to a curb?

28. Explain the wireless phone law that went into effect in NJ on March 1, 2008.

29.  Explain the GDL cell phone rules

Pages 80-99

1. What is the standard accident prevention formula?
2. How should a driver communicate with another driver?
3. Explain the three second rule.
4. What should a driver do when being passed?
5. When are roads the most slick during a rainfall?
6. What should a driver do after driving through a puddle?
7. What is hydroplaning, at what speed does it begin, and how can a driver avoid it?
8. FYI – During daylight hours when there is rain and /or snow, a driver must have on their windshield wipers and headlights
9. When can a driver use studded snow tires in NJ?
10. What is a good following distance on a snow covered road?
11. What type of lights should be used during fog?
12. What are two things a driver can do to drive safely at night?
13. How far ahead should you be able to see when driving at night?
14. What time of behavior trait should driver posses in town or city driving?
15. In city driving how far ahead should a driver be able to see?
16. In farm country or open land, what may cross the road that causes motorist to use extra caution?
17. What should a driver do during a skid?
18. What should a driver do if they run off the pavement?
19. What should a driver do if they have brake failure?
20. What are the steps to follow if you have a tire blow out?

Pages 102-106

1. Define driving under the influence of intoxicating beverages.
2. What happens to a person who has had a few drinks of alcohol?
3. What is the only way to sober up?
4. Define BAC and DUI.
5. List the four factors that determine a person’s BAC.
6. What is the best way to reduce the risk of crash caused by drinking?
7. NJ BAC Laws as they appear on page 102:

 - Illegal under 21 to drive with at BAC of .01 or higher.               -

             - Over 21 illegal to drive with a BAC of .08 or higher.

 - Over 21 with a BAC .05 MAYBE convicted of DUI

8. What happens to the risk of crashing if the driver has a BAC of .05, .10 and .25?
9. Explain the Implied Consent Law. It appears in the blue area on page 103. Memorize the chart on page 103.

10. Can a host of a party be involved in a lawsuit if a guest is involved in an alcohol related car crash after leaving the party?
11. List the drugs that may affect basic driving skills

Pages 109 to 127

1. Define Habitual Offender.
2. Review the BAC laws as they appear on pages 111 - 113 and number 7 in the previous section.
3. What are the penalties of First Offense BAC  of .08%  to .10% .
4. What is a breath test and the implied consent law?
5. What is the penalty for someone who refuses to take the breath test?
6. What is an interlock device?
7. What do the letters IDRC stand for?
8. What is the penalty for lying on when you apply for a license?
9. What is the penalty for having a collision that causes injury to another person when the driver has a suspended license or registration
10. How long after a driver license has been restored is the motorist on probation?
11. Can a person between ages 13-21 have their license suspended or postponed for any of the following:

    ·         Buying alcoholic beverages

    ·         Driving under the influence

    ·         Graffiti conviction

    ·         Conviction for setting false alarms

     

12. What is a probationary driver and what are the penalties associated with the program?
13. How many points will be awarded for the following violation: driving on public or private property to avoid a traffic signal or sign?
14. When can you drive after you have lost your license for a drunk driving or any other violation:
15. Are there any special situations where you can legally drive when your license is suspended?

Page 130-141

1. What should motorist be aware of when sharing the road with larger vehicles?
2. How much longer will it take a truck to stop during adverse weather conditions?
3. What area are you driving in if a truck or bus driver can not see you in their mirrors?
4. What does a driver need to be aware of when stopping at a light behind a truck?
5. What does a driver need to be aware of when a truck is negotiating a wide turn?
6. How should a driver pass a truck?

Pages 144 - 154

1. How long do new residents have to register and title their vehicles?
2. How long is initial registration for a brand new car valid for?
3. After the initial 4 year registration for a brand new car, how long does a car need to be registered?
4. How old must a NJ motorist be to register a vehicle?
5. Who should be notified first if license plates are stolen?
6. What should be done to license plates if you sell your car and are not going to transfer the plates?
7. How often does a car have to be inspected?
8. How long is a new cars initial inspect good for?
9. When does a car from another state have to be inspected if the owner moves to NJ?
10. What type of auto insurance is mandatory in N.J.?

Pages 157 -161

1. How long does a NJ motorist have for an address change? 
2. Name change?
3. Who should be notified first if a license or permit is lost or stolen?

Pages 201 - 211

For this sections study your quiz on Signals, Signs and Road Markings.

1. What should a driver do at a red light?
2. What should a driver do at an amber (yellow) light?

If you cannot find the answerer to the following in the manual we will go over them in class.

1. What is the penalty if a driver who has their license suspended becomes involved in an accident in which there is personal injury? Page 118