Knowledge Test Class A #1
Class A Driving Test | Illinois 2025 #1 Page 7 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Illinois class A license test. The official exam test consists of several obligatory parts, with all of them checking your knowledge of different blocks of road rules. If you need to obtain a IL CDL class A permit in 2025, practice as much as possible. Free sample tests published on our website will help you check and improve your knowledge and boost your grades. Please bear in mind that CDL class A requirements may vary from state to state.
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43 . To obtain a CDL for interstate commerce, an applicant must be at least:
25 years old.
You must be at least 21 years old to operate a motor vehicle involved in interstate commerce.
44 . On slippery roads, you should:
Accelerate and decelerate frequently.
Make sure to drive slowly and smoothly on slippery roads. Do not pass slower vehicles unless it is necessary to do so. Avoid frequently changing your speed under such conditions.
45 . When asked to complete a driver's side parallel parking maneuver, you should:
Back into the parking space without passing it first.
You may be asked to complete a parallel parking maneuver into a parking space that is to the left of your vehicle. You should drive past the parking space before backing into it while bringing the rear of your vehicle as close to the rear of the space as possible. Your vehicle should be completely within the boundaries of the space.
46 . When alley docking, your vehicle should be parked:
At an angle within the boundaries of the parking space.
If you are asked to alley dock, you should first pull past the alley and stop your vehicle in a position that is parallel to the outer boundary. From there, you should back your vehicle entirely into the alley parking area. Your vehicle should be parked in a straight position within the boundaries of the parking space.
47 . Exceeding the number of pull-ups allotted for a single exercise will result in:
An extra point against your score.
A driver is allowed to use two pull-ups without penalty during any skills test exercise, aside from the straight line backing exercise, during which only one pull-up is permitted. Exceeding the number of permitted pull-ups during a single exercise will result in automatic failure of the basic vehicle control skills test.
48 . If asked to sight-side back your vehicle into an alley, you should first:
Pull past the alley and stop parallel to the outer boundary.
If you are asked to alley dock, you should first pull past the alley and stop your vehicle in a position that is parallel to the outer boundary. From there, you should back your vehicle entirely into the alley parking area. Your vehicle should be parked in a straight position within the boundaries of the parking space.
49 . When making a turn, when should you cancel your turn signal?
It does not matter.
When turning or changing lanes, you should signal early and signal continuously. Cancel your turn signal once the turn or lane change is complete.
50 . You may acquire no more than ____ points during the basic vehicle control skills test.
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Acquiring more than 12 points during the basic vehicle control skills test will result in an automatic failure of the test.
2025 Illinois | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class A license in Illinois is a commercial driver's license that permits the holder to operate any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the vehicle(s) being towed is/are over 10,000 pounds. This typically includes tractor-trailers and truck and trailer combinations.
With a Class A CDL license in Illinois, you can operate vehicles such as tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, tank vehicles, livestock carriers, and flatbeds. Additionally, it allows the operation of all vehicles covered by Class B and Class C, provided the driver has the appropriate endorsements.
To obtain a Class A CDL license in Illinois, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid Illinois driver's license, pass a vision test, and complete a written knowledge exam. You're also required to pass a skills and road test in the type of vehicle you plan to drive. A medical examination report is also typically required.
To qualify for a Class A CDL license in Illinois, you must be at least 18 years old. However, to drive across state lines or to carry hazardous materials, you must be at least 21 years old. Also, you'll need to pass both a written knowledge test and a skills test.
While specific endorsements aren't required for a Class A CDL license in Illinois, additional endorsements can expand the types of vehicles you're allowed to drive or cargo you can transport. For example, an H endorsement permits the transportation of hazardous materials, while a P endorsement allows for the transportation of passengers.
The Class A CDL skills test in Illinois encompasses three parts: a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic vehicle control test, and a road test. Examinees must demonstrate their ability to inspect their vehicle, control the vehicle in various situations, and drive safely in normal traffic conditions.
Yes, limitations can be imposed on Class A CDL license holders based on factors like medical conditions or lack of certain skills. For example, a driver may receive a restriction if they can't operate a manual transmission or if they need adaptive equipment to drive. Restrictions are noted on the CDL and must be adhered to while operating commercial vehicles.
Yes, in Illinois, the written Class A CDL test is available in several languages besides English, including Spanish. However, federal law requires that all CDL holders understand English well enough to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
Yes, accommodations can be made for the Class A CDL written test if you have a disability. These may include providing the test in an alternate format or allowing additional time. It's important to contact the Illinois Secretary of State's office in advance to discuss your needs and make necessary arrangements.
Yes, you can retake the Class A CDL written test in Illinois if you don't pass on your first attempt. However, you'll need to wait at least 24 hours before retaking the test. Also, keep in mind that each retest may require an additional fee. It's advisable to study thoroughly before attempting the test again.