Hawaii General Knowledge Practice Test
This is our Hawaii General Knowledge Practice Quiz and Practice Test compiled of 50 questions each. Each question is worth two points for a total of 100 possible points. A passing score is 80%.
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General Knowledge CDL Practice Quiz
Question 1 |
A | you want to avoid doing something all of a sudden. |
B | you want to have time to act before it turns into an emergency. |
C | it is a federal law. |
D | you want to have a plan to communicate the risk. |
Question 2 |
A | under-inflated tires, dual tires that touch |
B | dual tires that touch, hot road surfaces |
C | poor-quality retreads, under-inflated tires |
D | over-heated brakes, under-inflated tires |
Question 3 |
A | Keep your low beam lights on. |
B | Put your warning devices out within 15 minutes. |
C | Turn on your 4-way emergency flashers to warn other drivers. |
D | Warn other drivers by using your left turn signal lights. |
Question 4 |
A | the trailer is being hauled at high speed. |
B | the trailer is out of brake adjustment. |
C | the trailer is fully loaded or very heavy. |
D | the trailer is empty or lightly loaded. |
Question 5 |
A | the load should not get wet. |
B | the load can shift. |
C | the load can catch fire easily. |
D | a dry bulk tank should only be filled halfway. |
Question 6 |
A | the kingpin is about 1¼ inches above the fifth wheel. |
B | the end of the kingpin is even with the top of the fifth wheel. |
C | the end of the kingpin is at waist level. |
D | it will be raised slightly when the tractor is backed under it. |
Question 7 |
A | you are driving on hilly, rural roads. |
B | road conditions are excellent. |
C | the road is wet, icy, or snow covered. |
D | you are driving on the freeway. |
Question 8 |
A | Use a lower gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
B | Use the same gear you would use to climb the hill. |
C | Shift the truck into neutral and coast down the hill to save gas. |
D | Use a higher gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
Question 9 |
A | Load cargo weight evenly over all the axles. |
B | Load cargo toward the rear of the truck for easier unloading. |
C | Load more weight over the drive axle for better traction. |
D | Load more cargo toward the front of the truck for a full load. |
Question 10 |
A | the lug nut is loose. |
B | the lug nut is cheap. |
C | the lug nut needs to be replaced. |
D | the wheel needs cleaning. |
Question 11 |
A | five or more. |
B | seven or more. |
C | three or more. |
D | none of these. |
Question 12 |
A | Nothing, because the posted speed limit for the offramp is usually 10 miles per hour below the safe speed limit for the offramp. |
B | Slow to a safe speed before the curve. |
C | Turn on your four-way flashers as you approach the offramp. |
D | Downshift after you are in the curve. |
Question 13 |
A | it is absolutely necessary. |
B | you will be parked for a short time. |
C | testing the trailer brakes after hooking up to a trailer. |
D | there is ice and snow, to prevent skidding. |
Question 14 |
A | Because tank baffles are not always legal with outage. |
B | Because some liquids expand more than others when they get warm. |
C | Because it's good to know that information. |
D | Because some of the heaviest liquids don’t need any. |
Question 15 |
A | placard numbers match the seal numbers. |
B | load is properly secured. |
C | seal is secure. |
D | seal is authentic. |
Question 16 |
A | before starting down a hill and before going up a hill. |
B | before starting down a hill and before entering a tunnel. |
C | before going up a hill and before entering a curve. |
D | before starting down a hill and before entering a curve. |
Question 17 |
A | at least once a week. |
B | if any problems occurred the last the time the vehicle was operated. |
C | before operating the vehicle. |
D | whenever you stop to refuel. |
Question 18 |
A | Observation distance, reaction distance, and slowing distance. |
B | Perception distance, response distance, and reaction distance. |
C | Perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance. |
D | Perception distance, slowing distance, and braking distance. |
Question 19 |
A | exempt from weight limit restrictions. |
B | exempt from height restrictions. |
C | generally used when freight is carried part way by rail or ship. |
D | exempt from hazardous materials restrictions. |
Question 20 |
A | fishtailing. |
B | slidetracking. |
C | offtracking. |
D | sidetracking. |
Question 21 |
A | tunnels, overpasses |
B | truck stops, gas stations |
C | law enforcement officers, detours |
D | vehicles, traffic signs |
Question 22 |
A | to help ensure the vehicle will make it to your destination. |
B | to ensure safety for yourself, your passengers, and other drivers. |
C | because it is a requirement for all drivers. |
D | because law enforcement may inspect your vehicle on the road. |
Question 23 |
A | safely remove the radiator cap and add coolant while the engine is hot. |
B | check the coolant level of a hot engine. |
C | use windshield washer fluid as coolant. |
D | use only water in the cooling system. |
Question 24 |
A | rear view cameras |
B | rolled down windows |
C | mirrors |
D | sunglasses |
Question 25 |
A | keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible. |
B | check to make sure that the brakes are properly balanced. |
C | keep two hands firmly planted on the steering wheel at all times. |
D | downshift into the turn. |
Question 26 |
A | It depends on what mood you are in at the time. |
B | The same amount of stopping distance. |
C | Shorter stopping distance. |
D | Greater stopping distance. |
Question 27 |
A | Grease fire. |
B | None of these fires can be safely extinguished by water. |
C | Gasoline fire. |
D | Electrical fire. |
Question 28 |
A | turn right and drive over the curb |
B | turn wide before you start the turn |
C | turn wide as you complete the turn |
D | start the turn, then back up to re-position |
Question 29 |
A | stop to sleep. |
B | slap yourself in the face three times. |
C | turn up the radio. |
D | roll down the windows. |
Question 30 |
A | need less space ahead than full trucks |
B | have better traction when stopping than full trucks |
C | require greater stopping distance than full trucks |
D | have the same stopping distance as full trucks |
Question 31 |
A | neither of these. |
B | both of these. |
C | the weight of the liquid. |
D | the legal weight limits. |
Question 32 |
A | To direct traffic away from you. |
B | To prevent others from distracting you. |
C | To watch for steering errors. |
D | To see the blind spots you can't see. |
Question 33 |
A | 4/32-inch in every major groove. |
B | 5/32-inch in every major groove. |
C | 3/32-inch in every major groove. |
D | 2/32-inch in every major groove. |
Question 34 |
A | two times |
B | four times |
C | half |
D | three times |
Question 35 |
A | burning |
B | rubbing |
C | rust |
D | leaks |
Question 36 |
A | All of these things happen. |
B | Muscle control and coordination are affected. |
C | Judgment and self-control are the first to be affected. |
D | The drinker's brain is increasingly affected. |
Question 37 |
A | four |
B | two |
C | three |
D | one |
Question 38 |
A | you release pressure on the brake pedal and speed increases. |
B | you have to push harder and harder to get the same stopping power on a downgrade. |
C | there is a slight vibration when you press down on the brake pedal. |
D | the brake pedal feels firm when you apply pressure. |
Question 39 |
A | The same amount of space you would at night. |
B | One vehicle length for every 10,000 lb. of gross vehicle weight. |
C | More space than is needed for ideal driving conditions. |
D | The same amount of space you would on a dry road. |
Question 40 |
A | two inches |
B | one inch |
C | three inches |
D | one half inch |
Question 41 |
A | to warn others of hazardous materials. |
B | to avoid mixing hazmat with food. |
C | to make your vehicle look official. |
D | to combat terrorism. |
Question 42 |
A | Using turn signals, 4-way flashers, headlights, and the horn. |
B | Using your CB radio or cell phone to inform others. |
C | Using hand signals. |
D | Using a helper when backing up. |
Question 43 |
A | A minimum of four. |
B | A minimum of two. |
C | A minimum of three. |
D | A minimum of one. |
Question 44 |
A | Pump the brake pedal 5 times; push the pedal firmly 3 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
B | Move forward slowly and push firmly on the brake pedal. |
C | Push the brake pedal firmly 5 seconds; listen for leaks. |
D | Pump the brake pedal 3 times; push the pedal firmly 5 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
Question 45 |
A | Oil on the tie rod. |
B | Too many vertical stacks. |
C | Play in the steering wheel of more than ten degrees (two inches on a 20-inch steering wheel). |
D | Play in the steering wheel of more than five degrees. |
Question 46 |
A | make sure you are driving slow enough so you can stop within the range of your headlights in case of an emergency. |
B | roll down your window so that the fresh air will help keep you awake. |
C | keep your high beams on at all times. |
D | drink coffee or other caffeine products to help keep you awake. |
Question 47 |
A | A stopped transit bus. |
B | Pedestrians and bicyclists. |
C | All of these are considered a hazard. |
D | Road construction zones. |
Question 48 |
A | under inflated tires |
B | loose fuel connections |
C | eating spicy food in the truck cab |
D | both loose fuel connections and under inflated tires |
Question 49 |
A | is not affected by the condition of the service brakes. |
B | increases when the service brakes are hot. |
C | depends on the service brakes being in adjustment. |
D | decreases when the service breaks are hot. |
Question 50 |
A | bad tires. |
B | poorly adjusted brakes. |
C | driving too slow for road conditions. |
D | driving too fast for road conditions. |
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Remember, the General Knowledge Practice Test doesn’t reveal the correct answers until the test is over. The questions and answers are given in random order each time you retake the test. When you are finished testing, simply click on the “Get Results” button to see your test results. Clicking on the blue “List” button will reveal a list of all the questions you answered correctly and incorrectly. To take the test again, just refresh your browser window.
Press the start button to begin your free General Knowledge Practice Test. Good luck!
General Knowledge CDL Practice Test
Question 1 |
A | Use the same gear you would use to climb the hill. |
B | Use a higher gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
C | Shift the truck into neutral and coast down the hill to save gas. |
D | Use a lower gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
Question 2 |
A | at least once a week. |
B | if any problems occurred the last the time the vehicle was operated. |
C | whenever you stop to refuel. |
D | before operating the vehicle. |
Question 3 |
A | A minimum of three. |
B | A minimum of one. |
C | A minimum of four. |
D | A minimum of two. |
Question 4 |
A | roll down your window so that the fresh air will help keep you awake. |
B | make sure you are driving slow enough so you can stop within the range of your headlights in case of an emergency. |
C | drink coffee or other caffeine products to help keep you awake. |
D | keep your high beams on at all times. |
Question 5 |
A | the end of the kingpin is at waist level. |
B | the end of the kingpin is even with the top of the fifth wheel. |
C | it will be raised slightly when the tractor is backed under it. |
D | the kingpin is about 1¼ inches above the fifth wheel. |
Question 6 |
A | Pedestrians and bicyclists. |
B | All of these are considered a hazard. |
C | Road construction zones. |
D | A stopped transit bus. |
Question 7 |
A | the trailer is out of brake adjustment. |
B | the trailer is being hauled at high speed. |
C | the trailer is fully loaded or very heavy. |
D | the trailer is empty or lightly loaded. |
Question 8 |
A | overinflated tires |
B | loose fuel connections |
C | underinflated tires |
D | both loose fuel connections and under inflated tires |
Question 9 |
A | a dry bulk tank should only be filled halfway. |
B | the load should not get wet. |
C | the load can shift. |
D | the load can catch fire easily. |
Question 10 |
A | it is absolutely necessary. |
B | testing the trailer brakes after hooking up to a trailer. |
C | there is ice and snow, to prevent skidding. |
D | you will be parked for a short time. |
Question 11 |
A | two |
B | three |
C | four |
D | one |
Question 12 |
A | downshift into the turn. |
B | check to make sure that the brakes are properly balanced. |
C | keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible. |
D | keep two hands firmly planted on the steering wheel at all times. |
Question 13 |
A | Slow to a safe speed before the curve. |
B | Nothing, because the posted speed limit for the offramp is usually 10 miles per hour below the safe speed limit for the offramp. |
C | Turn on your four-way flashers as you approach the offramp. |
D | Downshift after you are in the curve. |
Question 14 |
A | Observation distance, reaction distance, and slowing distance. |
B | Perception distance, slowing distance, and braking distance. |
C | Perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance. |
D | Perception distance, response distance, and reaction distance. |
Question 15 |
A | seal is secure. |
B | seal is authentic. |
C | placard numbers match the seal numbers. |
D | load is properly secured. |
Question 16 |
A | two times |
B | four times |
C | half |
D | three times |
Question 17 |
A | driving too fast for road conditions. |
B | bad tires. |
C | driving too slow for road conditions. |
D | poorly adjusted brakes. |
Question 18 |
A | exempt from hazardous materials restrictions. |
B | generally used when freight is carried part way by rail or ship. |
C | exempt from weight limit restrictions. |
D | exempt from height restrictions. |
Question 19 |
A | More space than is needed for ideal driving conditions. |
B | The same amount of space you would at night. |
C | The same amount of space you would on a dry road. |
D | One vehicle length for every 10,000 lb. of gross vehicle weight. |
Question 20 |
A | start the turn, then back up to re-position |
B | turn wide before you start the turn |
C | turn right and drive over the curb |
D | turn wide as you complete the turn |
Question 21 |
A | the lug nut needs to be replaced. |
B | the lug nut is loose. |
C | the wheel needs cleaning. |
D | the lug nut is cheap. |
Question 22 |
A | Load more weight over the drive axle for better traction. |
B | Load cargo toward the rear of the truck for easier unloading. |
C | Load cargo weight evenly over all the axles. |
D | Load more cargo toward the front of the truck for a full load. |
Question 23 |
A | Electrical fire. |
B | Grease fire. |
C | None of these fires can be safely extinguished by water. |
D | Gasoline fire. |
Question 24 |
A | 5/32-inch in every major groove. |
B | 3/32-inch in every major groove. |
C | 2/32-inch in every major groove. |
D | 4/32-inch in every major groove. |
Question 25 |
A | To watch for steering errors. |
B | To prevent others from distracting you. |
C | To direct traffic away from you. |
D | To see the blind spots you can't see. |
Question 26 |
A | you want to have time to act before it turns into an emergency. |
B | you want to avoid doing something all of a sudden. |
C | it is a federal law. |
D | you want to have a plan to communicate the risk. |
Question 27 |
A | offtracking. |
B | fishtailing. |
C | slidetracking. |
D | sidetracking. |
Question 28 |
A | two inches |
B | one half inch |
C | three inches |
D | one inch |
Question 29 |
A | Because it's good to know that information. |
B | Because some of the heaviest liquids don’t need any. |
C | Because tank baffles are not always legal with outage. |
D | Because some liquids expand more than others when they get warm. |
Question 30 |
A | dual tires that touch, hot road surfaces |
B | over-heated brakes, under-inflated tires |
C | poor-quality retreads, under-inflated tires |
D | under-inflated tires, dual tires that touch |
Question 31 |
A | neither of these. |
B | the weight of the liquid. |
C | the legal weight limits. |
D | both of these. |
Question 32 |
A | road conditions are excellent. |
B | you are driving on hilly, rural roads. |
C | you are driving on the freeway. |
D | the road is wet, icy, or snow covered. |
Question 33 |
A | five or more. |
B | three or more. |
C | seven or more. |
D | none of these. |
Question 34 |
A | The drinker's brain is increasingly affected. |
B | All of these things happen. |
C | Muscle control and coordination are affected. |
D | Judgment and self-control are the first to be affected. |
Question 35 |
A | stop to sleep. |
B | slap yourself in the face three times. |
C | turn up the radio. |
D | roll down the windows. |
Question 36 |
A | Push the brake pedal firmly 5 seconds; listen for leaks. |
B | Pump the brake pedal 3 times; push the pedal firmly 5 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
C | Move forward slowly and push firmly on the brake pedal. |
D | Pump the brake pedal 5 times; push the pedal firmly 3 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
Question 37 |
A | Warn other drivers by using your left turn signal lights. |
B | Keep your low beam lights on. |
C | Put your warning devices out within 15 minutes. |
D | Turn on your 4-way emergency flashers to warn other drivers. |
Question 38 |
A | Oil on the tie rod. |
B | Play in the steering wheel of more than five degrees. |
C | Play in the steering wheel of more than ten degrees (two inches on a 20-inch steering wheel). |
D | Too many vertical stacks. |
Question 39 |
A | rubbing |
B | burning |
C | leaks |
D | rust |
Question 40 |
A | to combat terrorism. |
B | to avoid mixing hazmat with food. |
C | to warn others of hazardous materials. |
D | to make your vehicle look official. |
Question 41 |
A | mirrors |
B | sunglasses |
C | rear view cameras |
D | rolled down windows |
Question 42 |
A | before starting down a hill and before entering a curve. |
B | before going up a hill and before entering a curve. |
C | before starting down a hill and before going up a hill. |
D | before starting down a hill and before entering a tunnel. |
Question 43 |
A | you have to push harder and harder to get the same stopping power on a downgrade. |
B | you release pressure on the brake pedal and speed increases. |
C | there is a slight vibration when you press down on the brake pedal. |
D | the brake pedal feels firm when you apply pressure. |
Question 44 |
A | use windshield washer fluid as coolant. |
B | safely remove the radiator cap and add coolant while the engine is hot. |
C | use only water in the cooling system. |
D | check the coolant level of a hot engine. |
Question 45 |
A | The same amount of stopping distance. |
B | Greater stopping distance. |
C | It depends on what mood you are in at the time. |
D | Shorter stopping distance. |
Question 46 |
A | Using a helper when backing up. |
B | Using turn signals, 4-way flashers, headlights, and the horn. |
C | Using hand signals. |
D | Using your CB radio or cell phone to inform others. |
Question 47 |
A | require greater stopping distance than full trucks |
B | have the same stopping distance as full trucks |
C | have better traction when stopping than full trucks |
D | need less space ahead than full trucks |
Question 48 |
A | is not affected by the condition of the service brakes. |
B | depends on the service brakes being in adjustment. |
C | increases when the service brakes are hot. |
D | decreases when the service breaks are hot. |
Question 49 |
A | because it is a requirement for all drivers. |
B | to help ensure the vehicle will make it to your destination. |
C | to ensure safety for yourself, your passengers, and other drivers. |
D | because law enforcement may inspect your vehicle on the road. |
Question 50 |
A | tunnels, overpasses |
B | law enforcement officers, detours |
C | truck stops, gas stations |
D | vehicles, traffic signs |
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