Connecticut Motorcycle Permit Practice Test 1

21 questions written from the Connecticut Motorcycle Operator Manual (R-217), with an explanation and page citation for every answer.

Question 1 of 21
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Which letter on a Connecticut driver's license shows that the holder has a motorcycle endorsement?

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  1. Which letter on a Connecticut driver's license shows that the holder has a motorcycle endorsement?

    • A M
    • B C
    • C D
    • D E
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    A. M

    Connecticut marks motorcycle privileges with an "M" endorsement added to your existing driver's license. Without the M (or a valid motorcycle learner's permit), your regular license does not let you ride a motorcycle on public highways.

    Source: Connecticut Motorcycle Operator Manual (R-217), page 3

  2. You cannot avoid riding over a small obstacle in the road. At what angle should you approach it?

    • A At a shallow angle, nearly parallel to it
    • B At any angle, as long as you speed up
    • C At about a 45-degree angle
    • D As close to a 90-degree angle as possible
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    D. As close to a 90-degree angle as possible

    If you must ride over an obstacle, hit it as close to straight on (90 degrees) as you can. Slow down, keep the motorcycle straight, and rise slightly off the seat to absorb the shock. Afterward, pull off and check your tires and rims.

    Source: Connecticut Motorcycle Operator Manual (R-217), page 35

  3. A driver waiting to pull out looks straight at you. What should you assume?

    • A The driver has seen you and will wait
    • B You now have the right of way
    • C You can speed up to clear the intersection
    • D The driver may still not have seen you
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    D. The driver may still not have seen you

    Never count on eye contact. Too often, a driver looks right at a motorcyclist and still does not "see" them. If a car can enter your path, assume it will, and be ready to slow or stop.

    Source: Connecticut Motorcycle Operator Manual (R-217), page 25

  4. Which drink contains about the same amount of alcohol as a 12-ounce can of beer?

    • A A 24-ounce can of beer
    • B A 5-ounce glass of wine
    • C A mixed drink with two shots of liquor
    • D A 12-ounce glass of wine
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    B. A 5-ounce glass of wine

    A 12-ounce can of beer, a 5-ounce glass of wine and a mixed drink with one 1.5-ounce shot of liquor all contain the same amount of alcohol. No type of drink is "safer" than another.

    Source: Connecticut Motorcycle Operator Manual (R-217), page 47