Sample questions for Driver Education tests in Santa Clara, California

As most people know, if you get a speeding ticket or a ticket for some other moving violation, not only do you have to pay a fine but your auto insurance rates also go up. Like a number of other states, California law allows a driver participating in traffic school to have one ticket removed from his/her driving record in any 18-month period. For this purpose, many people are forced to take the DriversEd classes and go through the ordeal of remembering silly details which are not so useful in driving defensively anyway.

Here is a compilation of some review material and practice tests collected from various sources to help you pass this test. If you get a ticket in the Bay area, you can review these to help you pass the drivers education exam. It is also useful when you are initially applying for a license in the Bay area.

Sample Tests

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Test Practice Final

Test In Person Final

Review Material

Pedestrian Safety

Always pay special attention to the most vulnerable of all roadway users: pedestrians and bicyclists. They depend on your constant attention and consideration for their safety. Drivers have to do anything possible to protect pedestrians from colliding with a moving motor vehicle. Also, you may not stop a motor vehicle unnecessarily in any manner that blocks a marked, or unmarked, crosswalk.

Bicyclists and pedestrians are also bound by traffic laws, pedestrian control signals, and these rules:

  • Never cross the street between two intersections. Crossing in the middle of the block is much more dangerous than simply walking to the next crosswalk. If you are forced to cross the street at a point other than a crosswalk, an intersection, a pedestrian tunnel, or pedestrian overpass, you must yield the right-of-way to every other vehicle.
  • Use sidewalks whenever available and avoid walking in the street. If there are no sidewalks, walk against the flow of traffic.
  • No person may stand in the roadway for the purpose of soliciting a ride, contributions, or business.
  • When crossing at a crosswalk, keep to your right so that everyone using the crosswalk can do so quickly and safely.
  • Blind, partially blind, or disabled persons may carry a white cane while walking. It is illegal for anyone else to display such a cane on public streets or highways.
  • Never suddenly walk or run into the street. It may be impossible for an oncoming driver to avoid hitting you.
  • Pedestrians and bicyclists, as well as motor vehicles, are prohibited from crossing a railroad or rail transit-crossing gate while the gate is closed.

    Bicycles on the Road

    Bicycle riders on the public streets have the same rights and responsibilities as all other vehicle operators. Bicyclists should always obey all traffic laws, signals and signs, as well as:
  • Never ride against the flow of traffic.
  • Stop at all stop signs and red lights.
  • Always ride as far to the right as possible.

    Bicyclists can legally make left turns from the left lanes as well as move left to avoid parked vehicles, and to pass other vehicles or bicycles. When driving near or behind a bicycle, expect that the rider may have to swerve suddenly to avoid a car door opening or uneven pavement.

    Required Bicycle Safety Equipment

    California Law requires all riders under 18 years of age to wear a properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet whenever they are on the road. This helmet must be labeled to show that it meets applicable safety standards. Violation of this law is punishable by a fine.

    All bicycle passengers under 18 must also wear helmets, including children in attached bicycle seats or in towed trailers. All bicyclists are required by law to have reflectors on their bikes and are expected to wear bright or reflective clothing at night.

    Additional Safety Laws

    California Law also requires all persons under 18 years of age to wear a properly-fitted and fastened bicycle helmet while operating a non-motorized scooter or skateboard, wearing in-line or roller skates, or while riding on a non-motorized scooter or skateboard as a passenger.

    Bicycle Lanes

    A solid white line along either side of the street, four or more feet from the curb, marks a bicycle lane. This line will usually become a broken or dashed line near intersections. Do not drive in a bike lane unless you are making a right turn at a corner or other entrance, such as a driveway. If you are, drive your vehicle into the bike lane no more than 200 feet from the entrance or corner before your turn.

    Watch for bikes before entering the bike lane. Pedestrians are not allowed in bike lanes when there are sidewalks. Drivers of motorized bicycles should use bike lanes carefully to avoid collisions with bicycle riders. You may usually park your vehicle in the bike lane unless signs say "No Parking."