SCHOOL BUS PRACTICE TEST VERMONT

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The school bus endorsement applies to applicants who wish to drive a school bus in any Class A or B CDL. To add an S endorsement to your CLP/CDL, you must pass the Vermont school bus test, and you must also pass skills tests in a school bus. The VT CDL bus test consists of 20 questions, and you'll need at least 16 correct answers to pass (80%). The knowledge test covers the following sections of the Vermont CDL Manual: School Buses, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. After studying, take this VT CDL practice test to prepare for the actual bus test!
1. You should NOT use the parking brakes if:
the brakes are cold.
the brakes are too dry.
the brakes are very hot.
2. When driving, you should check mirrors regularly to know where other vehicles are around you. Remember that:
there are blind spots that your mirrors cannot show you.
you should check your after the start of any trip to make sure they are properly adjusted.
convex mirrors make things look larger and closer than they really are.
3. Properly adjusted crossover mirrors allow you to see:
the entire area in front of the bus.
the right and left front tires touching the ground.
All of the above.
4. Which of the following is NOT a warning sign of fatigue?
Driving at the speed of the traffic
Frequent blinking
Heavy eyelids
5. When you are driving a school bus, the emergency exit doors or windows must always:
have a red door light turned on.
be closed.
None of the above.
6. Service brakes should:
be checked before each trip.
only be checked by a mechanic.
always be checked before applying the brakes.
7. If driving a new vehicle, you should familiarize yourself with the controls and equipment:
before you start driving.
within the first 50 miles.
as you drive.
8. When students board, you should:
count the number of mirrors.
check all mirrors.
close the door.
9. Rims with welding repairs:
are not safe.
can be used for tires in the rear of the vehicle.
can be used for tires in the front of the vehicle.
10. If there is a behavior problem on the bus that requires you to pull the bus over, after securing the bus you should:
immediately call the school administrator or the police to remove the student.
stand up and speak respectfully to the offender. If a change of seating is needed, request that the student move to a seat near you.
put the student off the bus.
 
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In Vermont, the minimum age to apply for a learner’s permit is 15 years old. After holding the permit for at least one year you can obtain a junior driver’s license at 16 or 17 years old. For a class D driver’s license you must be at least 18 years old.

You can take the permit test online after completing the application online and paying the associated fee. If you're between the ages of 15 and 17, a parent or legal guardian must sign your application, unless you're an emancipated minor.
You'll need to bring the following documents:
  • Completed permit application.
  • Proof of identity and date of birth, such as a birth certificate or passport.
  • Two proofs of Vermont residence. If you are a minor, your parent or guardian will provide one of these documents.
  • Proof of Social Security Number, if available.

Vermont provides the option to take the DMV written test in several languages, including English, Arabic, Bosnian/Serbian/Croatian, Burmese, Dari, French, Kirundi, Mandarin Chinese, Nepali, Pashto, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, and Ukrainian.

To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Vermont Driver's Handbook or listen to the audio version. Verify your knowledge of traffic laws with our free practice tests, and once you are well prepared, you will be ready for the real exam.

The DMV written test in Vermont consists of 20 questions. Each question provides four answer choices and only one is correct. The exam covers a range of topics including road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc.
You must answer at least 16 questions correctly, and you can miss up to 4 questions to pass the test. Stay focused during the exam and take the time to review your answers carefully to minimize errors and pass on the first attempt.

New drivers in Vermont face several restrictions:
  • With a valid learner’s permit, you may drive if accompanied by a driver instructor, a licensed parent/guardian, or an individual who is at least 25 years old seated in the front seat.
  • When you obtain a junior driver’s license:
- You cannot carry passengers for hire.
- During the first three months, you can transport passengers only under the supervision of a driver instructor, a licensed parent/guardian, or an licensed adult who is at least 25 years old seated in the front seat. After the second three months, family members can be carried. After six months, there are no longer restrictions on the number of passengers.

The use of electronic devices while driving is always prohibited.

If you don't pass your DMV written test in Vermont, you'll need to wait for one calendar day before trying again. If you find the exam difficult, sign up for DMV Premium, which offers numerous resources and practice tests to improve your preparation.

VT CDL School Bus Test

Number of questions: 20
Correct answers to pass:16
Passing score:80%
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