Random Practice Exam (Massachusetts) (Massachusetts) - 2026 DMV Practice Test

Question 1:

Drivers should allow a larger space cushion when stopping:

at a stop sign.

on an up-hill.

at an intersection.

at a yield sign.

Question 2:

This sign is used to warn drivers about:

road construction.

changes in traffic lanes.

curves ahead.

drowsy driving.

Question 3:

If a vehicle using high beams comes toward you, look towards __________ of the road.

either side

the center

the right side

the left side

Question 4:

This road sign means:

No Passing Zone

Railroad Warning

One-way street ahead

Two way left turn

Question 5:

This road sign means:

Church ahead

Intersection ahead

Do not enter

Side road

Question 6:

To pass a bicyclist traveling in the same direction on a two-lane road without bicycle lanes, you should:

continue driving straight, it is the bicyclist’s responsibility to get out of your way.

slow down and wait until there is no oncoming traffic, then pass the bicyclist leaving him or her sufficient space.

honk at the bicyclist to let him or her know you are about to pass.

not pass the bicyclist until you come to a traffic signal or stop sign.

Question 7:

At a stop sign there is no stop line, you must stop:

before you enter the intersection.

before you enter the crosswalk.

after you enter the crosswalk.

Question 8:

When drivers come to this sign, they must:

be ready to stop at the stop sign.

warn other drivers that a stop sign is ahead.

brake sharply and come to a complete stop.

Question 9:

When meeting a car with blinding headlights, you should:

look toward the right side of the road.

dim your lights, then speed up and pass quickly.

use your emergency flashers to warn the other driver.

look toward the left side of the road.

Question 10:

When they see this road sign, drivers should:

drive carefully because the animal pictured on the sign is extremely rare in the area.

watch for this species crossing the road.

park in the zoo area.

Question 11:

When driving in travel lanes on the roadway:

you may make a U-turn if you get on the wrong entrance ramp of the freeway.

you may stop to let out passengers.

do not stop for any reason, keep moving until you can safely pull off the road.

you may make back up quickly if there are no vehicles behind.

Question 12:

When other drivers around you are acting in anger, you should:

slow down or move over safely.

distance yourself from the situation.

avoid making eye contact.

All of the above.

Question 13:

As you drive on the expressway, make sure:

you cut off vehicles behind you when you change lanes.

to signal all lane changes.

your directional signal goes off before you change lanes.

Question 14:

To avoid having to make an emergency stop while driving in traffic, drivers should:

drive in the right lane only.

look ahead and maintain a safe following distance.

sound their horn to warn other drivers.

drive slower than the flow of traffic.

Question 15:

You reach an intersection that is not controlled at the same time as a driver on your right, and both of you prepare to go straight. Who has the right-of-way?

You.

No one.

The other driver.

Question 16:

When changing lanes, you can check your blind spot by:

using the outside rearview mirror.

using the inside rearview mirror.

turning your head and glancing over your shoulder.

checking the rearview and outside mirrors.

Question 17:

This road sign means:

School zone ahead

Keep right

Two-way Traffic

Question 18:

This sign indicates the _______________ vehicles can safely travel in this area.

suggested speed

maximum speed

minimum speed

Question 19:

What should you do if your vision through the windshield becomes blocked?

Pull your vehicle off the road and park it.

Turn on your emergency lights.

Open the side window so you can see.

All of the above.

Question 20:

This sign means:

The road will curve to the right.

Left turns are not allowed at the intersection.

Do not turn right.

Question 21:

Your red traffic signal changes to green while a pedestrian is crossing in your traffic lane. The right of way should be given:

by the pedestrian, but only when vehicles are turning left.

by the pedestrian.

to the pedestrian.

Question 22:

Keeping a space cushion between you and the other vehicles around you is important because it:

gives you time to react to situations.

prevents distractions from other vehicles.

keeps other drivers alert.

keeps traffic flowing at a safe pace.

Question 23:

If an intersection has crosswalk lines but no STOP line, where must you stop for a red light?

After the crosswalk.

Before the stop line.

Before the crosswalk.

Question 24:

When you drive near parks and playgrounds, you should expect children:

not to cross unless they are with an adult.

to know when it is safe to cross.

to stop at the curb before crossing the street.

to suddenly run into the street.

Question 25:

A large vehicle is backing up to unload goods. You should:

enter one of the blind spots and wait.

try to pass close behind.

be patient and wait until the large vehicle has completed its backup maneuver.

Question 26:

This sign means:

Take route 45 if you are driving at night.

The night-time speed limit is 45 MPH.

The minimum speed limit is 45 MPH.

Question 27:

__________ limit(s) your concentration, perception, judgment, and memory.

Even the smallest amount of alcohol

Only a blood alcohol level greater than .05

Alcohol does not

Only a blood alcohol level greater than the legal limit

Question 28:

When you pass another vehicle, before you return to the right lane, you must:

look at your interior rear-view mirror.

signal.

All of the above.

Question 29:

Before a school bus stops to load passengers, the driver will usually flash:

yellow warning lights.

red warning lights.

red lights.

Question 30:

Who is most at risk?

Drivers who are fatigued.

Drivers who are driving on long, boring roads.

All of the above.

Question 31:

BAC is:

the acronym for Beer ACcumulation.

the number of ounces of alcohol in your blood.

the percentage of alcohol in your blood.

Question 32:

If a traffic officer signals you to drive through a red light:

you must do it.

you must wait for the red light to turn green.

you must not obey the officer. Signs and signals take precedence over directions given by traffic officers.

Question 33:

What happens if two vehicles reach at the same time an intersection with four-way stop signs?

The driver on the right yields to the driver on the left.

The driver on the left yields to the driver on the right.

The first vehicle to reach the intersection must yield.

Question 34:

If your car goes into water, you should:

wait for water to rush in and let it out in small breaths through your nose.

call the fire department immediately.

remove yourself before it starts to sink.

Question 35:

What do pennant-shaped signs indicate?

A school crossing

Yield

A No Passing Zone

Question 36:

If you missed your exit on a freeway, you should:

use the right turn signal, check your mirrors and move to the right.

None of the above.

go to the next exit and come back to the exit you missed.

make a quick U-turn from your lane of travel.

Question 37:

This sign means:

The road will curve to the right, then to the left.

Road slippery when wet. Drive slowly.

Winding road ahead. Drive with caution.

Question 38:

Where are yield signs usually placed?

At intersections, if there is no marked stop line.

Where auxiliary roads lead into major roads.

Where major roads lead into auxiliary roads.

Question 39:

What should you do if a vehicle is approaching head-on in your lane?

Pull over to the left and use your emergency lights to stop the other driver.

Decrease speed, pull over to the right and sound your horn to warn the other driver.

Turn off the ignition if your vehicle has power steering.

Question 40:

This road sign means:

No right turn

No left turn

Narrow Bridge

Steep downgrade

Question 41:

Traffic lights are normally ____________ from the top to bottom or left to right.

red, green and yellow

green, yellow and red

red, yellow and green

Question 42:

Drivers under 21 years of age are considered to be driving under the influence if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is:

.10% or higher.

.05% or higher.

.08% or higher.

.02% or higher.

Question 43:

The picture shows:

a railroad advance warning sign.

a speeding fines doubled sign.

a reversible road sign.

Question 44:

When you see this sign you should:

increase your speed and try to pass other vehicles.

slow your speed and be prepared to stop.

slow your speed and do not pass other vehicles.

Question 45:

The picture shows a _________ sign.

no U-turn

no left turn

sharp turn

Question 46:

A yellow arrow means:

Do not go in the direction of the arrow.

If you intend to turn in the direction of the arrow, be prepared to stop.

The same as a steady yellow light.

Question 47:

When following motorcycles, drivers should:

reduce the minimum following distance.

try to pass them as they have different braking capabilities than other motor vehicles.

keep more space in front of their vehicle.

Question 48:

Two drivers reach an uncontrolled intersection at the same time. Who has the right of way?

The driver on the left.

No one.

The driver on the right.

Question 49:

A broken yellow line alongside a solid yellow line means:

Passing is permitted on the side of the broken yellow line

Passing is not permitted in either direction

Passing on the right is permitted in either direction

Question 50:

When they see this sign, drivers:

should be prepared to make sharp turns at a high speed.

need to be prepared to turn right and then left quickly.

should not speed up or brake quickly.

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