1 . Before starting out, your fuel valve should be:

Backwards.
Empty.
Open.
Closed.

2 . You should ride with your headlight on:

Only at night.
Only at night and in the rain.
At all times.
Under no circumstances.

3 . When both braking and swerving must be done to avoid an unexpected hazard, a rider should:

Perform one action, then the other.
Perform both actions at the same time and apply extra braking pressure.
Perform both actions at the same time, but mainly focus on swerving.
Not perform either action.

4 . Mirror checks should be done:

Frequently as a part of your normal routine.
Only when turning.
Only when changing lanes.
Infrequently, because they take your eyes off the road ahead.

5 . Who is required to wear a motorcycle helmet in the state of North Dakota?

Any operator under the age of 18
Any passenger under the age of 18
Any passenger riding with an operator who is under the age of 18
All of the above

6 . The best lane position is:

The one that lets you travel the fastest.
The one that allows you to draft off of other vehicles.
The one that allows you be seen by other motorists.
The one that places you in other vehicles’ blind spots.

7 . A person who is age 21 or older with a minimum blood alcohol content (BAC) of ______ is considered legally intoxicated.

0.02 percent
0.04 percent
0.06 percent
0.08 percent

8 . When being passed by another vehicle, motorcyclists should be alert to:

The other vehicle's extended mirrors.
Objects being thrown from the other vehicle.
Gusts of wind coming from the passing vehicle.
All of the above.

9 . In general, how many seconds behind another vehicle should you travel?

One second
Two seconds
Three seconds
Four seconds

10 . You’ll have a better chance of avoiding serious injury if you wear all of the following, except:

A DOT-approved helmet.
Face or eye protection.
Ear buds.
Protective clothing.

11 . A “No standing” sign at a certain location means:

You may never stop your vehicle there.
You may park there if the driver remains in the vehicle.
You may stop temporarily only to pickup or discharge passengers.
You may stop to load or unload merchandise.

12 . If you are not traveling slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear, the:

Motorcycle could lurch and the rear tire could skid.
Motorcycle could accelerate too quickly.
Front tire will likely skid.
Engine will make a loud noise.

13 . If you began a curve on the outside and no traffic is present when you are exiting the curve, you should move:

Toward the center of the curve.
Toward the inside of the curve.
Toward the outside of the curve.
Wherever you prefer.
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14 . To prevent fatigue when riding on long trips, you should:

Take frequent breaks.
Limit your distance.
Dress for the elements.
All of the above.

15 . When turning a three-wheeled motorcycle, there is a tendency for:

The rear outside wheel to leave the pavement.
The rear inside wheel to leave the pavement.
The front wheel to leave the pavement.
All wheels to leave the pavement.

16 . A helmet will not provide the best possible protection:

If it is certified by the DOT.
If it fits snugly.
If it is free of defects.
If it has cracks.

17 . This road sign means:

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

18 . When approaching multiple hazards at one time, you should:

Panic.
Deal with the hazards simultaneously.
Turn around and find another path to your destination.
Identify and separate the hazards.

19 . Who is required to wear a motorcycle helmet in the state of North Dakota?

Any operator or passenger under the age of 21
Any operator or passenger under the age of 18
All operators
No one

20 . To lessen your chances of being involved in a crash, you should do all of the following, except:

Scan your path ahead.
Be ready to act to avoid a hazard.
Turn your headlight off during the day.

21 . Your lane position should:

Allow you to blend in with traffic.
Provide an escape route.
Encourage others to use your lane.

22 . When the road is wet, maintain a following distance of at least:

One second.
Two seconds.
Three seconds.
Four seconds.

23 . Before every ride, you should:

Make sure the clutch feels loose and free.
Wash your helmet.
Adjust the mirror to see the edge of your helmet.
Make sure each brake can hold the motorcycle.

24 . Scan the road ______ ahead of your motorcycle.

12 seconds
10 seconds
Five seconds
Three seconds

25 . When planning a long group ride, which of the following ideas should not be implemented?

The lengths of travel segments should be based on the least experienced rider.
Breaks should be minimized so the riders can get to their destination as soon as possible.
Inexperienced riders should be placed behind the leaders.
The group should maintain a staggered riding formation.