1 . A group of riders should merge onto a highway in:

A single-file formation.
A staggered formation.
Pairs.
A pyramid formation.

2 . Usually, a good way to handle a tailgater is to:

Move onto the shoulder to get out of their way.
Speed up and put distance between you and the tailgater.
Ignore them.
Change lanes and let them pass.

3 . If no traffic is present when you are taking a curve, it is a good idea to start:

On the outside of the curve.
On the inside of the curve.
Near the edge of the curve.
Wherever you prefer.

4 . A major effect of alcohol consumption is:

Heightened riding abilities.
The slowing down of bodily functions.
Increasing nervousness.
Increasing alertness.

5 . The first thing you should do if your throttle becomes stuck is:

Operate the engine cut-off switch.
Twist the throttle back and forth.
Jump off the motorcycle.
Weave back and forth in your lane.

6 . When riding a three-wheeled motorcycle, you should stay in:

The left side of the lane.
The right side of the lane.
The center portion of the lane.
Whichever portion of the lane you want.

7 . When slowing down or stopping, you must:

Shift down through the gears.
Shift up through the gears.
Shift into neutral.
Never change gears.

8 . When passing a row of parked cars, a motorcycle operator should be prepared for:

Open parking spaces.
A motorist to unexpectedly pull out of a parking space and into traffic.
Parking meters.
Other motorists to see the motorcycle and stay out of its way.

9 . A rider's lane position should:

Hide them from other drivers.
Change frequently to avoid monotony.
Protect them from the wind.
Allow them to surprise other drivers.

10 . Riding a motorcycle is ______ driving a car.

Less tiring than
More tiring than
Just as tiring as
No different from

11 . After drinking, what lessens the effects of alcohol?

Exercise
Coffee
Time
Food

12 . While braking a motorcycle with a sidecar, you may need to:

Steer straight ahead.
Steer slightly in the direction of the sidecar.
Steer slightly in the direction opposite the sidecar.
Steer sharply in the direction of the sidecar.

13 . When braking, you should:

Squeeze the front brake and press the rear brake.
Grab at the front brake and squeeze the rear brake.
Jam on the front brake and grab at the rear brake.
Press down on the front brake and jam on the rear brake.
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14 . Once a motorcycle helmet has been involved in a crash, it should be:

Inspected closely.
Replaced.
Sold to another rider.
Outfitted with a new chinstrap.

15 . The sign with this shape and color is a _____________ sign.

No passing zone
Wrong way
Railroad crossing
Stop

16 . A good way to handle tailgaters is to:

Change lanes and let them pass.
Ignore them.
Use your horn and make obscene gestures.
Speed up to put distance between you and the tailgater.

17 . Before every ride, you should:

Make sure your bike's brake lights work properly.
Make sure the paint on the bike is not peeling.
Make sure your bike is completely clean.
Make sure you can see your helmet in your mirrors.

18 . This road sign means:

Cars in right lane must slow down.
No left turn.
Merge.
Pass only in the right lane.

19 . A face shield should:

Allow a clear view to both sides.
Prevent air from passing through it.
Be tight enough to prevent glasses from fitting underneath it.
Should not fasten too tightly.

20 . When riding, you should:

Turn your head and shoulders to look through turns.
Keep your arms straight.
Keep your knees away from the gas tank.
Turn just your head and eyes to look where you are going.

21 . While accelerating a motorcycle with a sidecar, you should:

Steer straight ahead.
Steer slightly in the direction of the sidecar.
Steer slightly in the direction opposite the sidecar.
Steer sharply in the direction opposite the sidecar.

22 . Which of the following is not considered protective clothing for a motorcyclist?

A jacket
Boots
Gloves
A stocking cap

23 . Most crashes occur in broad daylight. To be more visible, you should:

Wear brightly-colored clothing.
Wear darkly-clothing.
Ride without your headlight.
Ride in a weaving pattern.

24 . Consequences for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) may include:

License suspension.
Community service.
Fines.
All of the above.

25 . When riding in a group, the best riding formation is generally:

Pairs.
A staggered formation.
A single-file line.
A pyramid formation.