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To earn your motorcycle license in Connecticut, you must pass both a knowledge test and an on-cycle skill test. Knowledge test questions are based on the information from the Connecticut Motorcycle Manual. The knowledge examination will consist of 16 questions taken from parts of the Connecticut Motorcycle Manual and the Connecticut Driver’s Manual for New Drivers. You’ll need 12 correct answers (75%) to pass the test.
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If you are convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, penalties may include:
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community service.
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severe fines.
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a license suspension.
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All the other answers may apply.
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2.
The ___________ is the place where debris and oil
drippings from cars collect.
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center portion of the lane
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right portion of the lane
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opposite lane
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left portion of the lane
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3.
Wear ___________ clothing to increase
your chances of being seen.
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colorful
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brightly-colored or reflective
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leather
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comfortable
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4.
Where is a crash most likely to occur?
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On multi-lane roads.
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In school zones.
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At intersections.
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In residential areas.
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5.
When parking at the roadside, you should park with ______ touching the curb.
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the rear wheel
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the left foot peg
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both wheels
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the front wheel
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6.
When you make a turn you should:
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look through the turn to where you want to go.
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All the other answers are correct.
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maintain steady speed or accelerate gradually.
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roll on the throttle through the turn.
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7.
The rear brake is operated by:
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the right foot pedal.
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the left food pedal.
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the right handle.
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the left handle.
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8.
You can ride your motorcycle between lanes of traffic:
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in heavy traffic.
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only in designated lanes.
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Never
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whenever it is better to do so.
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______ can cause your motorcycle to wobble.
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Carrying a passenger
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Improper braking technique
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Riding a motorcycle that is too big
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Improper loading of cargo
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10.
Car drivers are most likely to try to share your lane when:
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they want to pass you.
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traffic is heavy.
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you are preparing to turn at an intersection.
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All of the above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
To obtain a learner’s permit in Connecticut, you must be at least 16 years old. If you are between 16 and 17 years old, after completing a driver training program and keeping the permit for 120 days (or 180 days if you have taken the training at home with a qualified trainer), you can obtain a driver's license. If you are 18 years of age or older, you are required to hold an adult learner’s permit for a minimum of 90 days before obtaining a class D driver's license.
You can schedule your Connecticut knowledge test online. Select dates and times according to the available choices at various Connecticut DMV offices.
Ensure you bring valid documents or certified copies. Here's what you need:
- Proof of Social Security Number (SSN).
- Two proofs of Connecticut residency dated within 90 days. Examples include a bill from a bank, mortgage company, credit card company, hospital…
- A completed application for Non-Commercial Learner's Permit and/or Driver's License.
For under 18 also:
- Completed Certificate of Parental Consent.
For Non-US born also:
- Proof of Legal Presence in the United States.
The DMV written tests are available in various languages, including Arabic, English, French, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. If your primary language is not among these options, you can bring a dictionary. Anyway, you can’t use a translator during the exam.
The DMV written test is based on the Connecticut Driver Manual. Focus on road signs, safe driving practices and road rules. Take our free practice tests to prepare for the exam, or sign up for DMV Premium to unlock more resources and prepare for your permit test faster!
The Connecticut DMV written test consists of 25 multiple-choice questions and is based on the information provided in the manual. Taking numerous practice tests and thoroughly studying the handbook will increase your chances of success.
In Connecticut, you can miss up to 5 questions on the DMV written test. To pass, you need an accuracy rate of 80% or higher, which means correctly answering at least 20 out of the total 25 questions.
Learner permit holders:
- Cannot drive alone. They must be accompanied by a driving instructor or a driver aged 20 or older with a clean driver record for four consecutive years.
- Cannot use cell phones when driving.
For 16 and 17-year-old drivers, the State of Connecticut imposes these restrictions:
- During the first six months after obtaining a driver's license, you are not allowed to have any passengers in the vehicle, except for a licensed driving instructor, a parent/legal guardian with a valid driver's license, or a driver aged 20 or older with a clean driver record for four consecutive years. During the second six months, you can also transport family members.
- You cannot drive from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., except in cases of employment, school, religious activities, or medical emergencies.
The passenger and curfew restrictions do not apply if you are a member of a volunteer fire/ambulance company.
A Connecticut instruction permit remains valid until you either obtain a driver's license or for a period of 2 years from the date of issuance, whichever occurs first. This waiting period ensures you have ample time to gain valuable driving experience and feel confident before the exam.
If you do not pass your DMV written test in Connecticut, you will need to wait 7 days before you can retake it. To reschedule an appointment and retake the exam, you have to pay the required fee again.