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 Table of Contents
Day Lessons Page
1 Welcome to Top Driver 2
Introduction to the Illinois Rules of the Road 3
Manual
2 Road Signs, Signals, and Markings 6
Illinois Practice Permit Exam 8
3 Introduction to Safe Driving Principles 13
Your Vehicle’s Ignition Switch 14
Your Vehicle’s Instrument Panel 15
4 Basic Vehicle Control 16
Introduction to Right-of-Way Driving 17
5 Introduction to Proactive Driving 19

6 Analyzing the Driving Environment 22

Natural Laws and Vehicle Control 25
7 Adverse Weather 27
Illinois Road Test Maneuver Guide 28
8 Interstate Driving 35
Midterm Review 38
9 Sharing the Road with Others 40

10 Alcohol & Other Drugs and their Effect on 43

Driving
11 Distracted Driving 45
Drowsy Driving 48
12 Emergency Situations 49
Vehicle Ownership & Maintenance 50
13 Vehicle Safety Technology 51

14 Road Rage 52
Road Trip Planning 52
Final Exam Review 53
15 Illinois Organ/Tissue Donor Program 55
Illinois SOS Emergency Contact Database 55

The workbook cost is included in the enrollment fee. There will be a $10 charge to
any student who requests a replacement workbook.

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WELCOME TO TOP DRIVER
Class #: ____________________

Instructor Email: ______________________________@topdriver.com

Regional Manager Email: ______________________________@topdriver.com

Last Day of Class / Final Exam: _______________ Dates Class Does Not Meet: _____________

Completion Deadline: _______________ By this date you must complete all classes including make-
ups, meet minimum requirements on in-vehicle lessons, and grades must be turned in.

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Features:

• Schedule in-vehicle lessons.

• View class and in-vehicle lesson schedules.

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INTRODUCTION TO THE ILLINOIS RULES OF THE ROAD MANUAL

1. What is the Graduated Driver License Program and what is its purpose?

2. Use the Illinois Rules of the Road Manual to fill in the blanks for each phase of the IL GDL
Program. This manual tells you what you can and cannot do on the road. Remember that
ignorance of the law is no excuse:

PERMIT PHASE: Drivers Age ______

• Nighttime driving restrictions: Sun.-Thurs.: ____________; Fri.-Sat: _____________

• Permit must be held for a minimum of ______ months.

• Must practice driving a minimum of ______ hours, including ______ hours at night, supervised by

___________________________________________________________________________________.

• Must not acquire any driving or underage alcohol convictions or court supervisions during the

nine-month permit phase.

• The number of passengers is limited to the number of safety belts. The passenger restriction

begins during the Initial Licensing Phase.

• Permit is valid for up to ______ years.

INITIAL LICENSING PHASE: Drivers Ages _______

• Nighttime driving restrictions remain in effect until _____________________________________.

• Must maintain a conviction-free driving record for ______ months prior to turning 18. A traffic

conviction during the Initial Licensing Phase may extend restrictions beyond age 18.

• For the first ______ months of licensing, or until the driver turns 18, whichever occurs first, the

number of passengers is limited to _______ person under age 20, unless the passenger(s) is a sibling,

stepsibling, child or stepchild of the driver. After this period, the number of passengers is limited to one in

the front seat and the number of safety belts in the back seat. All occupants must wear safety belts.

3. Use the IL Rules of the Road Manual to answer the following questions, include page #:

What are the laws in Illinois pertaining to cell phone use while driving? _____

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Who is required to wear a safety belt? _____

How old must a child be to be allowed to sit in the front seat? _____

How old must a child be to be allowed to sit in the backseat without a child safety restraint

system? _____

What are the laws regarding speed limits in School Zones? _____

What differentiates a 1-, 2-, and 4-Lane Road, in addition to number of lanes? _____

What are the laws pertaining to passing on 2-Lane Roads? _____

What are the laws pertaining to proper signaling distances? Why are there two differences? _____

What are the laws pertaining to passing stopped school buses? _____

What are the laws pertaining to yielding to emergency vehicles? _____

What is following distance? _____

How much following distance is required and how is it measured? _____

What is it called if you have too close of a following distance? _____

What should you do if you find yourself being tailgated? _____

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What are the laws pertaining to right turns on red? _____

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

What is the mandatory automobile insurance requirement in Illinois? _____

$_____ for damage to property of another person, $_____ for damage to property of yourself,

$_____ for injury or death of one person, $_____ for injury or death of more than one person.

Quick guide on how to get your Instruction Permit

• Today you will receive a Permit Application Form signed by your instructor. Only the top left-hand

side will be filled in with black ink and the Secretary of State Facility will fill out the rest.

• Once you are 15, you can go to any Secretary of State Facility to apply for a permit. You will need

to be accompanied by Parent/Legal Guardian and have the necessary identification material. A list

of allowable documents can be found here:

www.ilsos.gov/departments/drivers/driver_education/instructpermit.html

• You will be required to pass a written test – we recommend waiting until after the 2 nd day of class

as we will be covering most of the material during the 1st two days of the curriculum.

• There is a $20 fee for an Instruction Permit.

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ROAD SIGNS, SIGNALS, and MARKINGS
Mark each Road Sign, Symbol, or Marking with the appropriate letter from the list on the bottom of
this page:

___ ___ ___ ___

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___ ___ ___ ___

A: Caution or Warning Sign H: Speed Limit O: No Passing

B: Yield I: School Zone P: Slippery Pavement
C: Construction or Work Zone sign J: Slow Moving Vehicle Q: Divided Highway
D: Railroad Crossing K: No U-Turn R: Recreation Area
E: Stop L: Reduction in Lanes S: Crossroad
F: Guide Sign M: Motorist Services T: Pedestrian Crossing
G: Do Not Enter N: Merge

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What Does Each Sign Mean?

1. Stop Sign:

2. Yield Sign:

3. School Zone:

4. Railroad Crossing Sign:

Identifying Signs by Color:

1. Black & White:

2. Yellow:

3. Green:

4. Blue:

5. Orange:

6. Brown:

Identifying Road Markings:

1. Yellow Lines:

2. White Lines:

3. What is the difference between solid and broken lines:

4. Double Solid Yellow Lines:

5. Solid Yellow with a Broken Yellow:

6. Arrow on the Roadway:

Identifying Traffic Signals:

1. Red: 5. Flashing Yellow:

2. Yellow: 6. Green Arrow:

3. Green: 7. Red Arrow:

4. Flashing Red: 8. Flashing Red Arrow:

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ILLINOIS PRACTICE PERMIT EXAM
Place the Correct Answer on the Space Provided on the Answer Sheet
1. NO RIGHT TURN 7. REDUCTION IN LANES 13. ROAD CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE
2. DO NOT ENTER 8. RAILROAD CROSSING 14. SCHOOL ZONE AND CROSSING
3. NO “U” TURN 9. DIVIDED HIGHWAY 15. SLOW MOVING VEHICLE
4. CROSSROAD 10. NO PASSING ZONE 16. PEDESTRIAN CROSSING
5. MERGE 11. SIGNAL AHEAD 17. YIELD RIGHT OF WAY
6. STOP 12. SIDE ROAD 18. SLIPPERY PAVEMENT

1. Illinois law requires children under 8 years 4. After making a complete stop and yielding to
old to be secured by a restraining system or traffic or pedestrians within the intersection,
seat belt when traveling in a motor vehicle: it is permissible for you on a one-way street
a) Anywhere in the vehicle. to turn left at a red light onto another one-
b) In the front seat only. way street that moves traffic to the left.
c) In the back seat only. a) True b) False
d) Never, this is not a law.
5. How should you proceed if you are within an
intersection waiting to make a left turn and
2. A parent or legal guardian may request that
the traffic signal light turns red?
the driver’s license of a minor be canceled at
a) Wait in the intersection until the light
any time before age 18.
turns green.
a) True b) False
b) Yield to oncoming traffic and complete
3. When passing another vehicle, you should the turn.
wait until the entire car you are passing is c) Make sure it is clear, then back up from
visible in the rearview mirror before turning the intersection.
back into the right-hand lane.
a) True b) False

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6. When on a two-lane roadway, you must stop 14. When waiting at an intersection and the
your vehicle if approaching a stopped school traffic signal light turns green, you should
bus with its red warning lights flashing and look to the left and then right before
stop signal arm extended. proceeding into the intersection.
a) True b) False a) True b) False

7. When an authorized vehicle using its sirens 15. What should you do when approaching a
and flashing lights approaches your vehicle, construction area?
you should pull to the right-hand edge of the a) Increase your speed to get out of the
roadway and wait for the emergency vehicle way quickly.
to pass. b) Slow down, stop all wireless telephone
a) True b) False communications and yield the right of way.
c) Honk your horn several times to alert
8. Your driving privileges will be suspended if individuals working in the area of your
you are convicted of illegally passing a presence.
stopped school bus.
a) True b) False 16. You are not required to yield to pedestrians
in a crosswalk.
9. You may pass another vehicle by driving on a) True b) False
the shoulder of the road.
a) True b) False 17. It is permissible for anyone to wear a
headset while driving.
10. It is permissible to make a right turn against a) True b) False
a red signal light after stopping and yielding
to other vehicles and pedestrians. 18. Speed should be reduced below the posted
a) True b) False speed limit for which of the following
reasons:
11. You must give the right- or left-turn signal a) You are driving in unfavorable weather
when changing lanes. conditions.
a) True b) False b) You are approaching and crossing an
intersection.
12. In urban areas, if you are moving out of an c) Both of the above.
alley, building, private road, or driveway, you
do not need to come to a complete stop 19. Slow vehicles should use the right-hand lane
before entering the roadway if the roadway except when passing or turning left.
is clear of traffic. a) True b) False
a) True b) False
20. When parked, you may open car doors on
13. For what distance should a continuous turn the side on which traffic is moving (also
signal be given when making a left or right known as a Dutch Reach) only when it can
turn in a business or residential district? be done safely and without interfering with
a) Not less than 50 feet before turning. traffic.
b) Not less than 75 feet before turning. a) True b) False
c) Not less than 100 feet before turning.

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21. Passing on a two-lane, two-way roadway 29. If arrested with a blood-alcohol

within 100 feet of an intersection, or railroad concentration of .08% or more, your driving
crossing is permissible. privileges will be suspended for at least six
a) True b) False months.
a) True b) False
22. Only vehicles displaying special plates or
parking placards for persons with disabilities 30. Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal
may park in spaces reserved by an official motor vehicle crashes.
“PARKING FOR PERSONS WITH a) True b) False
DISABILITIES” sign.
a) True b) False 31. What is the only effective way to remove
alcohol from the body?
23. Unless authorized, you may not break into a) Strong coffee.
the line of a funeral procession. b) Time.
a) True b) False c) Cold shower.

24. When you are turning right and a bicyclist is 32. If you are arrested for DUI and refuse to
approaching on the right, you must allow the submit to testing, your driving privileges will
bicyclist to go through the intersection first be suspended for 12 months.
before making the turn. a) True b) False
a) True b) False
33. If your license has been revoked as a result
25. You do not need to allow as much distance of DUI, you must meet several
when following a motorcycle as following a requirements, including an evaluation for
car. alcohol and drug problems and paying a
a) True b) False reinstatement fee, to regain your license.
a) True b) False
26. Motorcyclists are entitled to use the full
width of a traffic lane; therefore, you should 34. It is illegal for persons under 21 years old to
pass a motorcycle the same way as another drive with any trace of alcohol or drugs in
vehicle. their system.
a) True b) False a) True b) False

27. When following a vehicle at night, it is 35. Regardless of fault, a crash report must be
important to dim your high beams. filed by the driver of a vehicle if the crash
a) True b) False involves death, bodily injury, or property
damage of more than $1,500 (or more than
28. When approaching a disabled pedestrian $500 if a vehicle is uninsured).
using a guide dog, white cane, or another a) True b) False
assistive device, you should yield the right of
way.
a) True b) False

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36. Before you can regain driving privileges after 43. All vehicles are required to stop within how
losing them for failure to pay for damages many feet of the nearest rail of a railroad
caused by a crash, you must file proof of crossing when a train is approaching?
financial responsibility with the Secretary of a) Between 15 and 50 feet.
State’s office. b) Between 5 and 10 feet.
a) True b) False c) 10 feet.

37. If you are involved in a traffic crash, you 44. When approaching a railroad crossing
should stop your vehicle in a safe, well- without warning signals (such as electric
lighted public place that does not obstruct flashing lights or gates), you should look,
traffic, if able to do so. listen, and slow down.
a) True b) False a) True b) False

38. Driving privileges may be revoked for giving 45. After a train clears a crossing with flashing
false information to the Secretary of State’s signals, you may proceed after checking for
office. a second train on another track and the
a) True b) False lights have stopped flashing.
a) True b) False
39. What should you do when approaching a
traffic control signal that is not in operation? 46. If moving with a stream of vehicles across a
a) Come to a full stop and yield the right of railroad track, it is safe to stop on the track
way before entering the intersection. for a short period of time.
b) If the intersection is clear, you do not a) True b) False
need to stop.
c) Drive quickly through the intersection to 47. The road surface of a bridge may be
get out of the way of other vehicles. dangerous in winter due to ice buildup while
the rest of the roadway remains clear.
40. If a traffic light shows both a red light and a a) True b) False
green arrow at the same time, you may not
turn in the direction of the arrow until the red 48. When driving in fog, you should turn on the
light has changed. high-beam headlights to increase the field of
a) True b) False vision.
a) True b) False
41. You may pass on a two-lane roadway
marked with a single solid yellow line on 49. Most rear-end collisions are caused by the
your side of the center line. vehicle in back following too closely.
a) True b) False a) True b) False

42. A railroad crossing sign should be treated 50. The three-second rule helps you determine
the same as a yield sign. a safe following distance.
a) True b) False a) True b) False

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51. If your vehicle starts to skid on water 59. Taillights are not required to be illuminated
(hydroplane), you should quickly apply the after dark.
brakes. a) True b) False
a) True b) False
60. Your vehicle must have a horn that can be
52. If the front right wheel of your vehicle runs heard from a distance of 200 feet.
off the pavement, you should ease off the a) True b) False
accelerator, allow the vehicle to slow down,
and gently steer back onto the pavement.
a) True b) False

53. If you become stranded in blizzard

conditions, you should remain in your
vehicle.
a) True b) False

54. When experiencing a tire blowout, you

should immediately apply the brakes and
quickly pull off the side of the road.
a) True b) False

55. If your vehicle starts to skid, you should

apply the brakes and steer in the opposite
direction of the skid.
a) True b) False

56. Illinois law requires that headlights be on

when weather conditions require the use of
windshield wipers.
a) True b) False

57. If pulled over by law enforcement, you

should immediately exit the vehicle and
quickly approach the officer’s squad car.
a) True b) False

58. Within how many feet are you required to

dim the high beams before meeting another
vehicle?
a) 250 feet.
b) 400 feet.
c) 500 feet.

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INTRODUCTION TO SAFE DRIVING PRINCIPLES

1. Why is Teen Driver Education important?

2. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration “National Motor Vehicle
Crash Causation Survey”, over 97% of all motor vehicle crashes are caused by Driver
Error. This is why motor vehicle crashes are not called “accidents” by law enforcement
and driver education professionals. What do you believe are examples of the “Driver
Errors” that could cause these preventable collisions?

PRE-DRIVE PROCEDURES

1. As you approach your vehicle, what should you be checking for outside your vehicle for
safety?
A. D.

B. E.

C. F.

2. What is the first thing you clear off when your car is covered in snow?

3. What should you be checking for inside your vehicle before entering?

A. D.

B. E.

C. F.

4. Once you have entered the vehicle, what are the procedures you should go through prior
to starting the vehicle?
A. D.

B. E.

C. F.

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YOUR VEHICLE’S IGNITION SWITCH

How do you start a vehicle with Push Button Start?

From the column on the right, choose the description that best describes the positions on

the ignition switch from the left column. Each description will be used once.

_____ Accessory A. Locks the ignition switch, steering wheel

and some automatic transmissions.
_____ Lock B. Turns off the engine and all electrical
accessories.
_____ Off C. Turns on the engine ignition and provides
power for electrical systems as well as
instrument panel gauges and warning
lights.
_____ On D. Provides power from the battery to start
the engine.
_____ Start E. Allows you to turn on electrical devices
without turning on the engine.

1. What hand position should you use when grasping the steering wheel?

2. Where should your palm be when using the directional signal?

3. When the directional signal lever is pushed down, what direction is indicated? Pushed up?

4. True or False: You should not move your vehicle until everyone is restrained properly.
Why or Why Not? What is the proper way to wear a safety belt?

5. True or False: If your vehicle is equipped with airbags, there is no need to wear your safety
belt. Why or Why Not?

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YOUR VEHICLE’S INSTRUMENT PANEL

Match the instruments and gauges in the instrument panel to the appropriate title below.

Windshield Washer Door Ajar Headlight Beam

Fluid Indicator
Cruise Control Safety Belt Oil Pressure Gauge

Battery Voltage Right Turn Indicator Left Turn Indicator

Gauge
Engine Temperature Battery Warning TPMS Tire Pressure
Gauge Light Monitor System
Gear Selection 4-Wheel Drive Low Anti-Lock Brake
Indicator System Warning
Tachometer Speedometer 4-Wheel Drive High

Trip Odometer Airbag Warning Overdrive On/Off

Check Fuel Cap Parking Brake Service Engine

Warning Soon/Check Engine
Select/Reset Fuel Gauge Compass
Odometer

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BASIC VEHICLE CONTROL

1. Define the term Blind Spot:

In what situations would properly checking your Blind Spot be critical for safety?

2. Define the term Tracking:

What are the 3 keys to proper Tracking?

3. What are the 5 factors that contribute to smooth and proper braking?

1. Scan the _________________________ area

It is impossible to stop smoothly if we don’t see the reason we need to stop until the last
second. Scan ahead for signs, signals, roadway markings, and potential hazards that we
would need to brake or stop for.
2. _______________ the brake pedal until there is pressure or resistance
Remember that the brake pedal is not an on/off switch. When we want to come to a stop,
we place our foot on the pedal and gradually increase pressure until we come to a
smooth and complete stop.
3. Brake _______________ and _______________
In the case of proper stops, braking early is actually “on-time”. We can’t expect our
vehicle to come to a smooth and complete stop in a split-second.
4. Position the __________ foot in line with the right half of the brake pedal, heel on floor
5. Position __________ foot on the firewall for balance and support

What is Covering the Brake? When should drivers Cover the Brake, and why is it an
important factor in safe driving?

4. What are the 6 steps for executing safe, proper turns?

1. __________ ahead to see you have a turn.

2. __________ and brake to a safe speed before the turn.
3. __________ through the turn to the center of the lane.
4. Use the __________ method with lesser turns.
5. Use the __________ method with sharper turns.
6. __________ out of the turn when safe.

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INTRODUCTION TO RIGHT-OF-WAY DRIVING

1. In your group, list as many types of intersections as you can:

How can you determine if there is a 2-way or 4-way stop at an intersection?

What do you do at a 2-way stop?

2. What are the four Rules of 4-Way Stops?

1.

2.

3.

4.

3. Who has Right-of-Way at a T-Intersection?

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4. What are the Right-of-Way rules for a Roundabout?

5. What is a protected turn at a traffic light?

6. How can you determine if you will have a protected turn?

7. What is the difference between a protected turn and unprotected left turn?

8. Where do you wait at an unprotected left turn?

9. Which direction should your wheels be facing, and why?

Remember – It is better to be predictable than nice.

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INTRODUCTION TO PROACTIVE DRIVING

1. What does the term Proactive mean?

2. How does being Proactive apply to driving?

3. What makes someone a ‘Reactive’ driver?

4. How is Proactive Driving different than Defensive Driving?

5. Define the following keys to Proactive Driving (SCC):

S________: _________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________

How far down the road should you scan in city/residential areas?

How far down the road should you scan in open road/rural/interstate areas?

How often should you check your mirrors, and what potential hazards should you be scanning

for?

Can you eliminate your Blind Spots by adjusting your mirrors? _____

Do all vehicles have the same Blind Spots? _____

C________:__________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________

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List the ways that you can communicate with other drivers and pedestrians on the roadway:

C________:__________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________

How do you proactively maintain a cushion of safety in front of the vehicle?

On the sides?

In the rear?

6. In the diagram below, what are the hazards that driver “A” is immediately facing, and how
should “A” proceed? How could they have been proactive to avoid these potential hazards
in the first place?

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7. Describe the potential hazards “A” is facing, and how

“A” should proceed.

8. When driving through or parking at convenience stores or fast-food establishments, what

should you scan for and why?

What are some different safety considerations when driving in multi-level parking garages
rather than a normal parking lot?

9. What are the proper steps for executing a lane change?

1. You need to be checking your mirrors every _____ seconds.

2. When safe, put on your ____________________.

3. Check your side __________.

4. Look __________ the shoulder, where your blind spot is located.

5. When you are safe, ____________________.

6. Every time you make a lane change, SMOG.

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ANALYZING THE DRIVING ENVIRONMENT

1. There are only 2 types of driving environments you may find yourself in: Ideal and
Adverse. What does each of them mean?

2. There are 3 key elements that will determine which environment you are traveling in at any
given moment. Define the elements below and give examples of how they can be affected.

S______: ___________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________

T______: ___________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________

Rank the 5 different types of road surfaces from the greatest amount of traction to the
least:

1. ____________ 2. ____________ 3. ____________ 4. ____________ 5. ____________

What other types of roadway design can affect traction?

V______: ___________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________

What are the 3 types of vision?

1.

2.

3.

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3. Label the Total Stopping Distance timeline and identify the events demarcated by each line:

4. Give reasons why the Total Stopping Distance timeline would be affected in the following
ways:

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What does A.B.S. stand for? How does it work?

5. “I had just finished a driver education course and remembered hearing about keeping a
safe following distance. I remember checking my speed. I was going the posted speed limit,
definitely not speeding. It had been raining for about 20 minutes and traffic was light. All the
sudden, I saw the brake lights of the vehicle ahead of me. I hit my brakes, but just couldn’t stop in
time and hit the vehicle ahead.”

In the description above, what was wrong, if anything, with this driver’s thinking?

How would you have handled this situation?

6. Refer to the diagram below and read how the driver of Vehicle “B” describes the situation.

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“I, “B”, was waiting for a break in
traffic. When I saw “A’s” right directional
signal I moved out into the lane. Instead of
turning right, “A” came straight at me, and
we collided. I couldn’t do anything about it!”

What do you think of “B’s” comment, “I

couldn’t do anything about it”?

What role, if any, did “A” have in the

collision?

NATURAL LAWS AND VEHICLE

CONTROL

1. Explain the concept of “Tire Contact Patches” and why it is important. How does weight
transfer affect a vehicle’s Tire Contact Patches?

2. For each of the diagrams below (top of picture is front of vehicle), explain the reason why the
tire patches appear as they do.

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3. Explain the 4 keys to Skid Avoidance.

1.

2.

3.

4.

4. Explain the difference between a Front-Wheel Skid (Understeer) and a Rear-Wheel

(Oversteer) Skid.

5. If your vehicle begins to skid, what steps can you take to control the skid?

1.

2.

3.

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4.

6. How does Gravity affect your ability to maintain control of your vehicle?

7. How does Kinetic Energy affect your ability to bring your vehicle to a complete stop?

ADVERSE WEATHER
1. When you must cross a double solid line in the center of the roadway to avoid standing
water on the roadway, what hazards may be present, and what precautions should you
take? What are the proper steps for avoiding standing water?

2. True or False: If you are driving on a roadway that is marked with a double solid line, you
can safely assume that other drivers will not pass you.

3. When the roadway is wet you should _____________ your following distance and
________________ your speed.

What else should you do when driving in wet or rainy conditions?

4. True or False: In adverse weather there is no need to increase your following distance if
your vehicle is equipped with ABS brakes.

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5. What does the term “hydroplaning” refer to? What can you do to reduce your risk during
hydroplaning?

6. What are some safety techniques to consider when driving next to and behind
snowplows?

7. Read the description of the following collision while referring to the diagram below.
“I (Vehicle A) was on my way home from school and following about three seconds behind
the guy in front of me (Vehicle B). It had been raining lightly for just a little while. All of
the sudden, the guy stops in the middle of the road. I guess somebody was backing out of
the driveway. Anyway, I tried to brake but I just couldn’t stop in time and ran into him. It
wasn’t my fault – he shouldn’t have stopped his car.”

What was wrong with “A’s” thinking that the collision was not his fault?

ILLINOIS ROAD TEST MANUEVER GUIDE

1. What are the recommended steps for Perpendicular Parking?

1. As you approach, scan for ___________________ in all directions. Signal your

direction.

2. Proceed slowly. Get to the

opposite side of where you are

parking. Pull into the spot when

your __________ is even with the

first line of the parking space.

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Steer sharply, checking both sides of your front bumper clearance.

3. As you straighten the wheels and center your vehicle in the space, move forward until

just short of the curb or in line with the vehicles parked next to you.

2. What are the recommended steps for Angled Parking?

1. As you approach, scan for ___________________ in all directions. Signal your

direction.

2. Proceed until the front of your

vehicle is even with

____________________. Steer to

the empty spot. As you move into

the space, position your vehicle

midway between the lines. Check the left front and right rear of your vehicle to make

sure you have clearance.

3. Continue to move forward as you straighten the vehicle.

3. Pulling to the side of the road. There are 6 maneuvers that the Secretary of State can test you
on for your driving test, four of which necessitate you to pull to the side of road. Here are the
steps to pull over to the side of the road:

1. Signal to ______. Unless you are on a one-way street you must always pull over this

way. Signaling also lets those around you know that you are going to go slowly.

2. Slowly pull to the side _____________. For most vehicles, the front tires are the drive

tires so they are the ones that will need to get to the seam on the road. You need to

be _____ inches from the curb – being too far away or brushing the curb will incur

points on your Secretary of State test and hitting it too hard or going over it is a failure

of your driving test.

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3. Use your __________ mirror to help guide you keeping in mind that the front of the

vehicle will be closer than the rear of the vehicle.

4. Make sure that you are __________ a driveway or fire hydrant.

5. Stop the car when __________. Again, going slowly is the best way to get to the

curb.

4. Leaving the curb. Every time you leave the curb you need to do so in a proper order,

known as S.M.O.G.

1. S__________. This communicates to everyone that you are leaving the curb.

2. M__________. You must check both your rearview mirror and your left-side mirror.

3. O__________ the __________. Your blind spot needs to be a quick check in this area.

4. G__________. When safe to leave, lightly press the accelerator.

5. Describe the steps you would take when hill parking:

A. Facing uphill, on a street with a curb:

1. Signal __________ then approach the curb at a very low rate of speed.

2. Stop, shift the car into __________.

3. Turn the steering wheel __________. Release a little pressure off the brake pedal and allow

the car to slowly roll back until the back of the front tire gently touches the curb.

4. Shift the car into __________.

5. Set the __________.

B. Facing uphill, on a street without a curb:

1. Approach the side of the road at a very low rate of speed while signaling __________.

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2. Turn wheels __________ and set the __________. If vehicle does roll, it will roll off the

roadway and not cause damage or injuries to other property or people.

C. Leaving uphill parking:

1. While fully depressing the brake pedal, release the parking brake and shift the car into

___________. (With a curb, your wheels are already facing the way you want to go. Without, you

will have to turn wheels to the left before leaving).

2. S.M.O.G.

D. Facing downhill, with or without a curb:

1. Approach the side of the road at a very low rate of speed while signaling __________ and

position the car’s tires between __________ from the curb.

2. Stop, shift the car into __________.

3. Turn the steering wheel __________. Release a little pressure off the brake pedal and allow the

car to slowly roll forward until the front of the front tire gently touches the curb. Shift the car into

__________. If there is no curb, do not roll the car forward.

4. Set the __________.

E. Leaving All Downhill parking:

1. While fully depressing the brake pedal, release the __________ and shift the car into

__________.

2. Physically turn to look __________. Accelerate lightly to reverse the front tire off the curb 2-3 feet

and stop the car. Straighten the steering wheel.

3. While fully depressing the brake pedal, shift car into __________.

4. S.M.O.G.

6. What is a Turnabout? In what situation would you need to execute a Turnabout? When
would a Turnabout not be the appropriate option and be avoided?

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7. What are the recommended steps for executing a U-Turn?

1. Signal right, then __________ to curb.

2. Position your vehicle as close to the __________ as possible.

3. Signal left. Turn your wheel to the __________ and S.M.O.G. When traffic is clear in both

directions proceed slowly.

4. Continue with your turn until you are ultimately traveling in the opposite direction.

8. What are the recommended steps for executing a 3-Point Turn?

1. Check for traffic, then signal __________ to curb.

2. Position your vehicle as close to the ___________ as possible.

3. Turn your wheel to the _________ and S.M.O.G. When traffic is clear in both directions proceed

slowly. Bring your vehicle to a stop near __________.

4. Shift into __________ and turn the wheel all the way to the right as you back, this is known as

Gear then Steer. Make sure you are looking backward when driving backward. Back far enough

so that when you pull forward you will clear the curb.

5. Stop, shift into drive, and check traffic. When clear proceed into the proper lane.

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9. What are the recommended steps for backing safely? You spend 1% of your driving time in

reverse but 30-40% of all crashes occur when you are in reverse, so you need to know how to

back up safely.

1. As you approach, be certain nothing is directly behind your vehicle. Inside the

vehicle, check behind, adjust seat properly, check mirror adjustment, fasten your

safety belt and start the engine.

2. Check side to side __________.

3. Depress brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from moving abruptly and place

transmission in __________.

4. Place your __________ hand on top of the wheel.

5. Physically turn your body and look through __________ window. Recheck side

clearance.

6. Back slowly. Gradually release the brake pedal to begin backing. With an automatic

transmission, you can control your speed by using the __________ alone.

7. Come to a complete stop before turning to face forward.

10. What are the recommended steps for executing a Reverse Turn?

1. Slowly approach the __________ that is near a street corner.

2. Unlike other maneuvers, you can stop the vehicle __________ from the curb line.

3. Put the vehicle in __________.

4. In the correct reverse body position, scan the curb and street corner by looking out all

available car windows, the right-side mirror and rearview mirror.

5. Check all areas around the vehicle to determine if the intersection is clear of all

__________.

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6. Slowly release __________, while continuing to add brake pressure to let the car roll in

reverse until you reach the __________. Stop at this point and check for pedestrians and

other hazards.

7. Once clear, continue backing until you reach the __________, then stop the vehicle

again. Check for traffic in all directions, then proceed around the corner when clear.

8. Turn the steering wheel sharply to the right, at least 1 full rotation. Continue to maintain a

__________ distance from the curb.

9. As the car begins to parallel the curb, begin to turn the steering wheel back to the left to

track straight along the curb while still having a distance of __________ from the curb.

10. Continue to reverse down the curb for an additional __________, (approximately one car

length from the crosswalk) to clear the crosswalk area and legally park vehicle.

11. What are the recommended steps for Parallel Parking? This is no longer a required maneuver
by the Secretary of State. If you are a silver student with 6 drives and 6 observations, you will not
learn this maneuver during a Behind the Wheel lesson.

1. __________ to the curb to notify vehicles in rear that you will be coming to a stop to park.

Pull alongside the vehicle in __________ of the parking space, leaving about _________

between your vehicle and the parked vehicle.

2. Position your __________ so that it is even with the __________ of the parked car. This will

compensate for vehicles of different lengths.

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3. While looking over your right shoulder, turn your wheel to the __________ and back slowly.

Your vehicle will be moving to the right rear of the parking space.

4. Once your car and the adjacent vehicle are at a ___________, begin turning your wheel to

the left to straighten your vehicle. Continue backing slowly and check around your vehicle.

5. Once your vehicle has entered the parking space, continue turning the wheel to the left.

Check that your front right bumper avoids the rear bumper of the vehicle ahead.

6. ___________________ in the space.

INTERSTATE DRIVING
What is the difference between an Interstate and a Highway?

What is the difference between a Freeway and a Tollway?

1. In the situation below, describe the safety considerations that each of these drivers should
be thinking about:

Driver A:

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Driver B:

Driver C:

Driver D:

2. Is it ever recommended that you drive below the minimum posted speed limit? Why or why
not?

3. What does the term “highway hypnosis” refer to? What are some strategies to help avoid
this problem?

4. When driving long distances how often should you take a “safety stop”?

5. True or False: You should exceed the posted speed limit when entering a highway from a
ramp.

6. In the situation below, what are some of the hazards that the driver of Vehicle “A” is facing
and how would you handle them? Be specific.

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What is a “pinch point”?

Which vehicle is improperly passing Vehicle “A”?

7. How can the driver of Vehicle “A” check their following distance?

8. What is Scott’s Law, and how does it affect how we drive on the interstate?

9. In the diagram below, assume that you are the driver of Vehicle “A”. Describe how you
would proceed if you were going straight or exiting at ramp shown.

TRUE / FALSE:

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You should move to the exit lane when you
are ¼ mile from your exit ramp.

10. In the situation above, assume you are the driver of Vehicle “B”. Describe how you would
proceed if you were going straight or exiting.

11. What is the I-Pass Tollway System? How does it work, and why was it implemented?

MIDTERM REVIEW

1. True or False: Even if your vehicle is equipped with airbags, safety belts must be worn.
Why or why not?

2. True or False: It is not the responsibility of the driver to be certain that all passengers have
their safety belts fastened.

3. What does the term “blind spot” refer to?

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4. How often should you check your mirrors, and what potential hazards should you be
scanning for?

5. How far down the road should you scan in city/residential areas?

Open Road/Highway/interstate areas?

6. True or False: Once you have entered a turn-only lane, you must complete the turn and
may not go back into non-turning lanes.

7. What are the 3 key elements of “Analyzing the Driving Environment”?

Why is it important to understand this, and what decisions do we make based on it?

8. True or False: You can eliminate all your blind spots by properly adjusting your mirrors.

9. What is considered to be the average reaction time for all drivers?

10. List the seven parts of the Total Stopping Distance formula:

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11. True or False: Anytime you have your windshield wipers on you should turn on your
headlights.

12. What are the four Rules of 4-Way Stops in order?

13. True or False: When the roadway is wet, you do not have to increase your following
distance if you are driving with new tires.

14. What does A.B.S. stand for, and how does it aid in safe braking?

15. What does the term “NO ZONE” refer to?

16. True or False: You may exceed the posted speed limit to keep up with the flow of traffic.

17. What is the recommended Following Distance, and how is it determined?

18. True or False: If you have a tailgater, you should increase your following distance.

19. True or False: When waiting to turn left at an intersection, you should keep your wheels
turned to the left.

20. What is a Pinch Point?

SHARING THE ROAD WITH OTHERS

1. List all the things we may share the road with at any given moment.

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2. In the situation below, what are some of the factors the drivers of “A” and “B” should be
considering?

3. Have the hazards the vehicles face changed based on this new situation?

4. In the situation below, the light has just turned green. The driver of Vehicle “A” spots an
ambulance “B” in the rear-view mirror with its lights and siren on. What should the driver
of “A” do?

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5. In the situation below, what are the potential hazards Vehicle “A” is facing if:

Turning right?

Going straight?

6. What are the important factors we should consider when driving around bicyclists?

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7. What are the important factors that bicyclists should consider when riding on the road?

8. What is the “Dutch Reach”?

9. What are the important factors we should consider when driving around motorcycles?

10. What are the important factors motorcyclists should consider when riding on the road?

ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS AND THEIR EFFECT ON DRIVING

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1. How does alcohol affect the body? How can alcohol affect driving ability?

Brandon’s Story

2. Identify at least three ways that Brandon’s crash affected his life.

3. What factors contributed to Brandon’s crash?

4. What could have been done to prevent the crash from occurring?

5. What does BAC stand for?

-------- -------- --------

6. What is the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21 vs. 21 and over?

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7. How does an officer determine if a driver is “Under the Influence”?

A.
B.
C.
D.
E.

8. What is Implied Consent?

9. How do drugs affect the body? How can drugs affect driving ability?

10. Which drugs are linked to drugged driving? Can over the counter or prescribed

medications impair driving?

11. What is Illinois Law regarding Cannabis use? Can you get a DUI in Illinois for Cannabis
use?

12. How would you handle a situation in which your ride home had become impaired due to

alcohol or use of any other drugs?

DISTRACTED DRIVING

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1. What do you think is the leading cause of death to your age group?

2. List all the things that can distract a driver:

3. What were some of the choices that were made that led to the crash that took Donovan’s
life?

4. What could have been done to prevent the crash from happening?

5. What are the laws in Illinois pertaining to Cell Phone Use while driving?

Important Facts

Fatalities in Distraction-Affected Crashes

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In 2021 there were 3,211 fatal motor vehicle traffic crashes that involved distraction (8% of
39,508 fatal crashes) nationwide. These crashes involved 3,346 distracted drivers since some crashes
each involved more than one distracted driver. Five percent (3,346 of 60,904) of drivers involved in fatal
crashes were distracted. In distraction-affected crashes, 3,522 fatalities (8% of 42,939 fatalities) occurred.
Table 1 provides information on fatal crashes, drivers involved in these crashes, and fatalities in
distraction-affected crashes from 2017 to 2021.

Much attention has been focused on the dangers of using cell phones and other electronic
devices while driving. In 2021 there were 377 fatal crashes reported as having cell phone use as a
distraction (12% of all distraction affected fatal crashes). For these distraction-affected crashes, the PCRs
each stated that at least one of the involved drivers was talking on, listening to, or engaged in some other
cell phone activity at the time of the crash. In 2021 a total of 410 people died in crashes involving at least
one driver who was engaged in cell-phone-related activities. Text messaging requires visual, manual, and
cognitive attention from the driver; it is by far the most alarming distraction. Headset cell phone use is
NOT substantially safer than hand-held use. Just talking on a cell phone reduces the amount of brain
activity devoted to driving by 37%. Five seconds is the average time your eyes are off the road while
texting. When traveling at 55mph, that's enough time to cover the length of a football field blindfolded. If
you text while you are driving, you are 23 TIMES more likely to be involved in a crash.

The following table presents data on drivers involved in fatal crashes in 2021 by age group.
Seven percent (368 of 5,088) of drivers 15 to 20 years old involved in fatal crashes were distracted at the
time of the crashes. This age group has the largest proportion of drivers within each age group who were
distracted (column titled “All Distracted Drivers: Percentage of Total Drivers in This Age Group”).

Comparing the percentages of drivers of each age group involved in fatal crashes to the
percentages involved in distraction-affected fatal crashes points to overrepresentation of distraction in
drivers under 35. This is seen by comparing the columns titled “Total Drivers: Percentage of Total Drivers”
and “All Distracted Drivers: Percentage of All Distracted Drivers.”

In summary:

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• Drivers in the 15-to-20 age group made up 8 percent of drivers in fatal crashes but were
11 percent of all distracted drivers and 16 percent of drivers distracted by cell phones in
fatal crashes.
• Drivers in the 21-to-24 age group made up 9 percent of drivers in fatal crashes but were
11 percent of all distracted drivers and 15 percent of drivers distracted by cell phones in
fatal crashes.
• Drivers in the 25-to-34 age group made up 22 percent of drivers in fatal crashes but were
25 percent of all distracted drivers and 30 percent of drivers distracted by cell phones in
fatal crashes.

Looking at the “All Distracted Drivers: Percentage of Total Drivers in This Age Group” column, the
percentages gradually declined from 7 percent for the 15-to-20 age group to 4 percent for the 55-to-64
age group, and then gradually increased to 6 percent for the 75+ age group.

6. What are some things being done to help?

7. What can YOU do to help?

8. What would you do if you were a passenger in your friend’s car and your friend started to
text while driving?

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DROWSY DRIVING

1. What is drowsy driving?

2. Who is more likely to drive drowsy?

3. What are the warning signs of drowsy driving?

4. How often do Americans fall asleep while driving?

5. How can you prevent drowsy driving before taking the wheel?

6. What would you do if you needed to get home but felt too drowsy to drive?

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EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

1. What could cause a stuck accelerator pedal? What should you do in the event of a stuck
accelerator pedal?

2. What causes a tire blowout? List the procedures you should follow if your vehicle
experiences a tire blowout.

3. Describe the safety steps and considerations that you should be thinking about if your
wheels drop off the side of a two-lane rural lane.

4. If you are driving on a two-lane road in ideal weather and notice an oncoming vehicle
cross the centerline and begin to drift into your lane, how would you handle the situation?

5. What should you do if you realize your brakes are not functioning?

6. What should you do if you encounter downed power lines?

7. What should you do in the event you are pulled over by a police officer?

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VEHICLE OWNERSHIP & MAINTENANCE

1. In the event of a roadside breakdown, what items would you want to have in your vehicle?

2. What are the safety procedures and steps for changing a flat tire?

3. What are the safety procedures and steps for jump-starting a vehicle?

4. What must you do to legally own and operate a vehicle besides having a license?

5. What are the steps you must follow if you are involved in a collision?

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VEHICLE SAFETY TECHNOLOGY

1. List all of the safety devices that are part of the vehicle or roadway that can either prevent
or reduce the risk of injury in a crash:

VEHICLE ROADWAY

2. Explain how the Crumple Zone of a vehicle reduces the impact felt by the driver in a crash:

3. Explain why it is necessary to use safety belts even if your vehicle is equipped with
airbags:

4. How can you reduce the risk of being injured by an airbag as it deploys?

5. How can three collisions occur in one crash between a car and a wall?

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ROAD RAGE

1. What is Road Rage?

2. What are some of the causes of Road Rage, and what can we do to keep ourselves from
losing control?

ROAD TRIP PLANNING

1. What do you believe is the most important part of planning a road trip?

2. What are some of the factors that should be considered when planning your route?

3. What are some of the tools you can use to help plan your trip?

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FINAL EXAM REVIEW

1. What is the purpose of a Graduated Driver License Program?

2. Define the term Blind Spot:

3. What are the 3 keys to Proactive Driving?

4. What are the 3 key elements of “Analyzing the Driving Environment”?

5. What is following distance? How much following distance is required and how is it
measured? What should you do if you find yourself being tailgated?

6. What are the proper steps for completing a right turn on red?

7. True or False: When you spot a Jaywalker at mid-block waiting to cross the street, the
safest practice is to stop and wave the Jaywalker across the street.

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8. Label the Total Stopping Distance timeline, and identify the events demarcated by each
line:

9. If your vehicle begins to skid, what steps can you take to control the skid?

10. True or False: If your accelerator becomes stuck, you should turn the vehicle off
immediately.

11. What does BAC stand for, and what is the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21 vs. 21 and
over?

12. Reverse lights are __________ lights on the rear of the vehicle that, when lit, alert you that
a vehicle will travel backwards.

13. True or False: You should exceed the posted speed limit when entering a highway from a
ramp to merge with fast moving traffic.

14. What are the proper steps for executing a lane change?

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 ILLINOIS ORGAN/TISSUE DONOR PROGRAM

The mission of the Secretary of State’s Organ/Tissue Donor Program, “Life Goes On”, is to

strengthen Illinois’ Organ/Tissue Donor Registry through outreach and registration initiatives. The

program employs regional coordinators who coordinate events and donor registry drives throughout the

state. The director of the program oversees all efforts aimed at promoting organ/tissue donation.

The Illinois Secretary of State's Office has made it a priority to educate the general public about

the benefits of organ/tissue donation. While our state continues to be the leader in registering potential

donors, there are still many more people on waiting lists than there are available donors. To promote

awareness about the importance of organ/tissue donation, the Secretary of State’s office provides

resources for educating yourself and others about donation.

Please visit lifegoeson.com or contact the Organ/Tissue Donor Program at 1-800-210-2106

with any questions.

Illinois Secretary of State Emergency Contact Database

The Illinois Secretary of State's office established the Emergency Contact Database in July 2009.

The database allows Illinois driver's license, instruction permit and ID cardholders to enter emergency

contact information into a voluntary, secure database. In the event of a motor vehicle crash or other

emergency situation when a person is unable to communicate directly, law enforcement may access the

database to help them reach the person's designated contacts.

You may add, modify, or delete information at any time. Modifications or deletions will overwrite

all previously entered information. For privacy and security purposes, previously entered information is

not displayed. You may print the page containing your information for your records. You may select one

or two people as emergency contacts. Emergency contacts do not need to reside in Illinois. It is your

responsibility to notify the individuals you have listed as emergency contacts.

Visit ilsos.gov to register.

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