Massachusetts permit test: highways & freeways
Entering, exiting and driving on limited-access roads. 4 questions.
What is the minimum speed on the Massachusetts Turnpike?
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Sample highways & freeways questions
What is the minimum speed on the Massachusetts Turnpike?
- A 45 mph
- B 50 mph
- C 30 mph
- D 40 mph
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D. 40 mph
The Massachusetts Turnpike has a minimum speed of 40 mph, and the Boston Harbor tunnels have a minimum of 20 mph. Driving too slowly on a highway can be as dangerous as speeding.
Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Class D Passenger Vehicles), page 87
How far ahead should you signal before reaching a highway exit ramp?
- A At least 1,000 feet
- B At least 100 feet
- C At least 500 feet
- D At least 200 feet
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C. At least 500 feet
Signal your exit at least 500 feet before the exit ramp, then slow to the posted ramp speed once you are on it. At highway speeds, drivers behind you need more warning.
Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Class D Passenger Vehicles), page 103
On an expressway with three or more lanes in your direction, how should the lanes be used?
- A Right for trucks only, middle and left for cars
- B Left for slower driving, middle for faster, right for passing
- C Right for slower driving, middle for faster, left for passing
- D Any lane for any speed as long as you signal
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C. Right for slower driving, middle for faster, left for passing
On an expressway with three or more lanes in your direction, use the far right lane for slower driving, the middle lane for faster driving and the far left lane for passing. Keep right and use the left lane only to pass.
Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Class D Passenger Vehicles), page 103
When may you drive in a highway breakdown lane in Massachusetts?
- A Any time your exit is less than a mile away
- B Only where signs allow travel in it during posted hours
- C Whenever traffic in the travel lanes is backed up
- D To pass slower vehicles on the right
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B. Only where signs allow travel in it during posted hours
As a general rule, do not use a highway breakdown lane for travel or passing. Some Massachusetts highways allow breakdown-lane travel during specific posted hours. Take extra care exiting where these lanes are used.
Source: Massachusetts Driver's Manual (Class D Passenger Vehicles), page 102