TENNESSEE DMV WRITTEN TEST
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You need a Tennessee driver’s license or learner’s permit if you want to drive on Tennessee streets and highways. To qualify for a Class D license, you must be at least 16 years of age, and must pass a vision screening, knowledge test, and driving test. The TN DMV written test covers the contents of the Tennessee Driver's Handbook, and includes questions on road rules, road signs and signals, and safe driving practices. The Tennessee DMV test consists of 30 questions, and you must score 80% or higher (at least 24 correct answers) to pass. Practice with this sample DMV test to familiarize yourself with the format of the Tennessee written test.
1.
If you stop at a railroad crossing with more than one track:
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Go through as soon as the first train passes.
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Go through when one of the tracks is free.
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Wait until you have a clear view of both tracks.
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2.
This white sign means you:

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May turn left on a green light when it is safe to do so.
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Must wait for the solid green light before you turn left.
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May turn left only on a green arrow.
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3.
When you come to an intersection with a flashing red light, you must:
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Stop at the intersection and wait for a flashing green light.
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Stop at the intersection, then proceed when safe and observe the right-of-way rules.
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Slow down and drive carefully through the intersection.
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4.
When an animal suddenly runs in front of their vehicle, drivers should:
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Swerve into oncoming traffic.
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Swerve off the roadway to avoid hitting the animal.
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None of the above.
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5.
Pink is used for:
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Guide signs.
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Traffic incident signs.
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Parks and recreation signs.
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6.
___________ are the most frequent fatality in work zone crashes.
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Drivers and their passengers
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Bicyclists
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Motorcyclists
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7.
This road sign means:

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Deer crossing.
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Hunting area ahead.
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Dangerous intersection ahead.
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8.
A yellow light tells drivers to:
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Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.
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Go. The light will soon be green.
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Stop if they can safely do so. The light will soon be red.
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9.
Drivers may travel in the same direction on both sides of a __________ line, but should not cross the line unless to avoid a hazard.
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solid white
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double solid white
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broken white
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10.
Which of the following is recommended?
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Installing small side mirrors to improve visibility.
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Not wearing safety belts while fatigued.
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Stopping to rest every two hours on long trips.
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