1 . When making a turn:

There is less traction available for stopping.
There is more traction available for stopping.
Stopping is no different than making a stop on a straightaway.
Stopping should never be attempted.

2 . Where should you never make a U-turn?

At the crest of a hill
Where you cannot see 500 feet in both directions
Near a curve
All of the above

3 . You should increase your following distance if:

The pavement is dry.
The pavement is wet.
You can see through the vehicle ahead of you.
The sun is out.

4 . A pedestrian starts to cross the street after the "Don't Walk" signal begins to flash. The pedestrian is in the middle of the street when your signal light changes to green. You should:

Proceed if you have the right-of-way.
Proceed if the pedestrian is not in your lane.
Cautiously ride around the pedestrian.
Wait until the pedestrian crosses the street before proceeding.

5 . Refusing to take an alcohol analysis test when under suspicion of Operating Under the Influence (OUI):

Will result in license suspension.
Is your right and will have no negative consequences.
Is recommended.
Will just result in a fine.

6 . Which of the following surfaces is unlikely to provide poor traction for motorcyclists?

Dry pavement
Wet leaves
Loose gravel
An ice patch

7 . Keep an expanded cushion of space between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you:

When conditions will make stopping more difficult than usual.
When you want to look at the scenery.
To encourage other drivers to cut you off.
To prevent the driver in front of you from knowing you are there.

8 . You should operate the engine cut-off switch and pull in the clutch when:

The throttle is stuck and you cannot free it.
You start to lose control in a curve.
You are running out of gas on a busy street.
The motorcycle starts to wobble.

9 . Your knees should be:

Against the handlebars.
Straightened and wide.
Against the gas tank.
Wherever you prefer.

10 . If your drive chain breaks, you:

Should hold the chain in place.
Can continue safely riding.
Will notice a loss of power to the rear wheel.
Should remember to fix the belt on your next stop.

11 . A thorough check of your motorcycle:

Is useless unless done by a mechanic.
Should not be done before a ride.
Should be done only after a ride.
Can help you identify any mechanical defects or equipment failures.

12 . An octagonal sign is always a:

Speed limit sign.
Stop sign.
Hospital sign.
Railroad warning sign.

13 . When riding a motorcycle in the city, your attention should be:

Focused at least one half block ahead of you.
Focused about 10 feet ahead of you.
Focused behind you.
Less focused than when on a highway.
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14 . If you will be carrying a passenger on your motorcycle, you will likely have to:

Reduce the tire pressure.
Make no tire pressure adjustments.
Increase the tire pressure.
Deflate one tire.

15 . This road sign means:

Hunting area.
State park.
Deer crossing.
Wildlife preserve.

16 . You should do a pre-ride inspection:

Before every ride.
About once every 10 rides.
Once a month.
Once a season.

17 . When securing a load, you should place the load:

As high as possible.
As low as possible.
On a sissy bar.
Only on one side of the motorcycle.

18 . Before every ride, you should:

Modify the exhaust system.
Clean and adjust your mirrors.
Clean your wheels.
Fill the gas tank.

19 . Your lane position should do all of the following, except:

Help you avoid road hazards.
Help you avoid other drivers’ blind spots.
Help you avoid being seen by other drivers.
Increase your ability to be seen by others.

20 . Motorcycle riders should choose footwear with soles that:

Are made of hard, durable, slip-resistant material.
Allow their feet to breathe.
Have tall heels.
Are made of soft, flimsy material.

21 . Massachusetts law requires motorcycle riders to use headlights:

One half hour after sunset until one half hour before sunrise.
Whenever they want to.
When it seems dark enough to use them.
Only when traveling near other motorists.

22 . What should a rider do when approaching a traffic control signal that is not in operation?

If the intersection is clear, the rider does not need to stop.
Ride quickly through the intersection to get out of the way of other vehicles.
Come to a full stop and yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection.
Turn around and find another path to their destination.

23 . It may be necessary to increase your following distance to four seconds when traveling:

On dry pavement.
In sunny weather.
In light traffic.
In heavy traffic congestion.

24 . The proper body position on a motorcycle:

Allows you to sit far enough forward that your arms will be slightly bent when holding the handle grips.
Allows you to sit as far back as possible and have to stretch when trying to reach the handle grips.
Makes you lean over the bike, requiring your arms to hold you up.
Allows for your knees to be kept far from the gas tank.

25 . When passing, you:

Should ride within the speed limits.
Should decelerate.
May ride 10 mph above the maximum speed limit.
May ride 15 mph above the maximum speed limit.