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Free Illinois DMV Written Test Study Guide 2026
Avg. pass rate on our IL tests: 38%.
Average pass rate for this test: 69%.
Easy
85% fail this test first try • Better here than at DMV
Score distribution:
90-100
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34%
80-89
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27%
70-79
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19%
60-69
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11%
<60%
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9%
Avg. first-try score: 85%
Imagine you’re driving on the streets of Chicago, which is known for its heavy traffic and complex road network. You’re on a one-way street and want to turn left onto another one-way street. According to the official Illinois Rules of the Road handbook (Illinois DMV Handbook (IL Driver's Manual) 2026), Illinois allows you to turn left on red from a one-way street onto another one-way street, unless there’s a sign indicating otherwise. But before you do, you must come to a complete stop and yield to pedestrians and other traffic.
As you begin your learning phase, you should dedicate a few weeks to learning and mastering driving theory. During this time, students who engage in active learning often achieve better results than those who rely on traditional study methods. Our Illinois DMV Written Test Study Guide practice test has been designed to closely reflect the content and format of the official written knowledge exam. This intuitive tool helps you improve your knowledge and confidence while giving you an idea of what to expect on exam day. It is up to date as of January 2026, so you will always practice with the latest version, which reflects the latest updates brought by DMV rules or state law. All 20 questions are based on the official Illinois Rules of the Road handbook. There are multiple answer choices, but only one is correct. Please avoid rushing and read every question twice before you select an answer.
Original questions by our teamBased on 2026 IL Driver Handbook
Questions are created and maintained by the Driving-Tests.org content team following our multi-layer editorial process and updated whenever the IllinoisDMV changes its handbook or website information. Official sources we check:
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While your learning phase may not have a speed limit, it is crucial to adopt a systematic approach and study driving theory at your own pace. Achieving a passing score on the official written knowledge test should not be your primary goal. We’ll help you become a safe and responsible driver, but you must put in the time and effort necessary to achieve this goal.
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Sources & methodology
We build our practice questions from the current 2026 IL Driver Handbook and refine them using patterns recent test‑takers report.
What we use
Driver handbook • Knowledge‑test/permit overview • Fees & ID requirements • Office/appointment info
How we make exam‑like questions
We mirror recurring themes (e.g., right‑of‑way traps, sign look‑alikes) and use similar distractors and wording styles.
What we don’t do
We don’t collect or publish actual test items and we’re not affiliated with DMV.