Knowledge Test Class A #2
Class A Driving Test | Illinois 2026 #2 Page 5 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 2026, 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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29 . Intrastate carriers must have what information displayed on both sides of their vehicle?
The destination
Vehicles operated for intrastate commerce must have signs on both sides of the vehicle displaying the trade name, permit number, and registration number of the carrier.
30 . The brake pedal is part of which braking system?
The auxiliary brake system
The service brake system applies and releases the brakes when a driver presses the brake pedal while driving normally.
31 . When asked to complete an offset back/right parking maneuver, you should:
Pull forward to the left, then back in a straight line.
If you are asked to complete an offset back/right parking maneuver, you should first pull straight forward, then back up to the right. Your vehicle must be parked completely within the boundaries of the parking space.
32 . 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.
33 . In Illinois, what is the weight limit for a single axle?
20,000 pounds
The weight of vehicles is limited to 20,000 pounds on a single axle when operated on state and local streets and highways.
34 . Regardless the size of the cargo, it should be secured by at least ____ tie-down(s).
Four
Cargo that is required to be tied down should be secured by at least one tie-down for every 10 feet of cargo length. However, at least two tie-downs should be used no matter how small the cargo is.
35 . Why should rental trucks be approached with caution?
They do not respond to the driver as well as other vehicles.
You should be cautious when driving near rental trucks because the people driving them may not be used to operating vehicles with limited views to the sides and rear. Drivers who cannot see others on the roadway are hazardous.
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2026 Illinois | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Illinois allows you to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or any such vehicle towing another not exceeding 10,000 pounds. It also permits the operation of vehicles designed to transport 24 passengers or more, including the driver.
A Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in Illinois allows you to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or a towed vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds GVWR. This includes buses, farm labor vehicles, and any vehicles designed to transport 16 to 23 passengers including the driver.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Illinois, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid non-CDL driver's license, pass a vision test, and obtain a medical certificate. You'll also need to pass written knowledge tests and a skills test, which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic controls test, and an on-road driving exam.
In Illinois, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for intrastate driving (within Illinois only). However, to drive across state lines or to carry hazardous materials, you must be at least 21 years old.
Endorsements for a Class B CDL license in Illinois are not necessary but can be beneficial. They allow you to operate specific types of vehicles. For instance, a passenger endorsement allows you to drive a bus, while a tank vehicle endorsement lets you drive tank trucks. Each endorsement requires passing additional written and/or skills tests.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Illinois comprises three parts: a pre-trip vehicle inspection to check your understanding of your vehicle and if it's safe to drive, a basic controls test to assess your control over the vehicle, and an on-road driving test to evaluate your driving skills in various road situations and traffic conditions.
Yes, Class B CDL license holders in Illinois are limited to operating vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or towing vehicles not exceeding 10,000 pounds GVWR. They can't operate Class A vehicles unless they have the appropriate Class A endorsement. Also, transporting passengers or hazardous materials requires specific endorsements.
Yes, in Illinois, the written Class B CDL test is available in languages other than English. The Illinois Secretary of State's office offers the test in Spanish, Polish, and some other languages. However, federal regulations require that all CDL holders must be able to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand traffic signs and signals, and respond to official inquiries.
Yes, if you have a disability, you can request accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam in Illinois. You'll need to provide documentation of your disability and specify the type of accommodation needed. It's advised to make this request well in advance of your scheduled test date to give the DMV time to arrange appropriate accommodations.
Yes, if you don't pass the Class B CDL written test in Illinois, you can retake it. However, you must wait until the next business day to do so. If you fail three times, you'll need to start the application process over again. Remember, there may be additional fees for retaking the test.
