1 . A plastic, shatter-resistant face shield:

Is not necessary if you have a windshield.
Only protects your eyes.
Helps protect your whole face.
Is less effective than goggles.

2 . Most crashes happen:

At speeds greater than 55 mph.
After several hours of riding.
On short trips.
On long trips.

3 . If you must brake and swerve to avoid a hazard, you should:

Do one, then the other.
Do both at the same time.
Always apply the brakes first, then swerve.
Try instead to use only the brakes.

4 . When an operator's left arm is bent at the elbow and pointing downward, it means the operator:

Is turning right.
Is turning left.
Is slowing or stopping.
Is pulling off of the road.

5 . The center portion of a lane:

Is always the best part of the lane for a motorcycle.
Often contains oil and grease, but is usually safe for riding.
Often contains oil and grease, and is never safe for riding.
Is the smoothest part of the lane.

6 . Consequences for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) could include:

Community service.
Jail time.
Steep fines.
All of the above.

7 . How long are motorcycle registrations issued for?

One year
Two years
Four years
Six years

8 . Smoothly downshifting on motorcycles:

Is a useless action.
Can allow the rider to engine brake.
Is illegal.
Should not be done if other vehicles are around.

9 . You should use your low beam headlight:

When riding in fog.
When following another vehicle.
When approaching an oncoming vehicle.
All of the above.

10 . Which of the following is not a safe step in preventing fatigue while riding?

Protecting yourself from the elements
Taking artificial stimulants
Limiting the distance ridden in one day
Taking frequent breaks

11 . Motorcycles with engines smaller than 125 cc are:

Not viewed differently than motorcycles with engines larger than 125 cc.
Prohibited from freeways and limited-access highways.
Not permitted on any road.
Used only for short trips.
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12 . After drinking, what lessens the effects of alcohol?

Exercise
Coffee
Time
Food

13 . Shifting to a lower gear produces an effect similar to:

Accelerating.
Braking.
Swerving.
Turning.

14 . The single most effective thing you can do to improve your chances of surviving an accident is:

Wear a helmet.
Read books on motorcycle safety.
Ask others about how to ride more safely.
Watch training videos.

15 . When riding in a group, inexperienced riders should position themselves:

In the front of the group.
Just behind the leader.
Close to the back of the group.
At the tail end of the group.

16 . This sign means:

U-turns are prohibited.
U-turns are permitted.
Winding road ahead.
Sharp left turn ahead.

17 . To lean a motorcycle when making a turn, you should:

Always press on the left handgrip.
Always press on the right handgrip.
Press on the handgrip in the direction opposite of the turn.
Press on the handgrip in the direction of the turn.

18 . Which of the following is not a factor in determining blood alcohol content (BAC)?

The amount of alcohol consumed
How fast the alcohol is consumed
The drinker's body weight
How often the drinker consumes alcohol

19 . Before mounting the motorcycle, your pre-ride inspection should include all of the following, except:

A tire check.
A taillight test.
A headlight test.
A paint check.

20 . When downshifting, the first thing you should do is:

Roll off the throttle and release the clutch lever.
Roll off the throttle and squeeze the clutch lever.
Ease out the clutch lever.
Firmly press down the shift lever.