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Illinois DMV Practice Test 2026

The official Illinois written knowledge exam has 35 questions. You need 28 correct (80%) to pass. Our practice tests match the exact format, topics, and difficulty of the real Illinois DMV test.

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Illinois Specialty

What makes the Illinois DMV test unique?

State Specialty

Illinois's test emphasizes rail-grade crossings (the state has the second-most in the US), Scott's Law (move-over for emergency vehicles), and bicycle right-of-way on Chicago-area streets.

Illinois-Specific Law

Scott's Law: drivers must slow down and change lanes away from stopped emergency, tow, or maintenance vehicles — violations start at $250.

Study Tip

Teen applicants also take a 20-question road signs section that must be passed with 15 correct.

Sample Question

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Illinois Road Rules

Under Illinois law, which of the following is correct about the rule described?

A Drivers may ignore the rule if no police are visible.

B Scott's Law: drivers must slow down and change lanes away from stopped emergency, tow, or maintenance vehicles — violations start at $250.

C The rule only applies on interstate highways.

D The rule only applies to commercial drivers.

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How many questions are on the Illinois DMV written test?

The Illinois DMV written (knowledge) exam contains 35 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 28 correctly (80%) to pass. The test is administered by the Illinois Secretary of State.

What makes Illinois's DMV test different?