SCHOOL BUS PRACTICE TEST VIRGINIA

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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 Virginia school bus test, and you must also pass skills tests in a school bus. The VA 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 Virginia CDL Manual: School Buses, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. After studying, take this VA CDL practice test to prepare for the actual bus test!
1. If a worker is close to the roadway in a work zone, you should:
reduce your speed below the posted speed limit.
drive at the posted speed limit.
pull off the road and stop.
2. When driving in fog, drivers should:
use low beams.
use the windshield wipers.
use high beams.
3. When students unload the bus, they should:
stand at the side of the bus.
walk along the side of the bus.
walk at least 10 feet away from the bus.
4. At railroad-highway crossings, if the gate comes down after you have started across:
drive through the gate even if it means you will break it.
cross the tracks in a low gear.
back up until you are completely off the tracks.
5. Before driving your bus, make sure ________ do not have recapped or regrooved tires.
the rear wheels
the spare wheels
the front wheels
6. To know when to shift, you can use each of the following except:
perception distance.
engine speed.
road speed.
7. Which of the following is not a rule for using turn signals?
Cancel your signal after you have turned
Don't signal unless another vehicle is behind you
Signal early
8. When boarding the bus, students should:
be in pairs.
be in single file.
not use the handrail.
9. The outside convex mirrors are located:
above the outside flat mirrors.
above the windshield on the driver's side area of the bus.
below the outside flat mirrors.
10. When stopping, you should bring the school bus to a full stop how many feet away from students at the bus stop?
At least 5 feet
At least 50 feet
At least 10 feet
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

You must be at least 15 ½ years old to apply for a learner’s permit. At 16 years and 3 months of age, you can obtain a driver’s license. However, your license will be restricted until you reach 18 years old.

You have to schedule your appointment online. Simply select dates and times according to your preferences and the available options at your chosen Virginia DMV office. Check if your school is enrolled in DMV's remote testing program to take the DMV written test directly in your school.

Make sure you have the following documents:
  • An application for a Virginia Driver's License signed by your parent/legal guardian unless you are over 18 or emancipated.
  • One proof of identity.
  • One proof of legal presence.
  • Two proofs of Virginia residency.
  • Proof of Social Security number (SSN).
You can refer to this guide to check the required documentation.

The DMV written test in Virginia is available in various languages, including English, Amharic (Ethiopian), Arabic, Chinese/Mandarin, Chinese/Mandarin (Traditional), Dari, Farsi, French, German, Haitian Creole, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Kurdish, Mongolian, Nepali, Pashto, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Twi (Akan), Turkish, and Urdu. American Sign Language (ASL) is also available for people who are hearing impaired.

To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Virginia Driver's Handbook. Study road rules and safe driving practices. Verify your knowledge with our free practice tests or sign up for DMV Premium to access additional resources. Once you are satisfied with your score, you are ready for the exam.

The DMV written test in Virginia consists of two parts. The first part includes 10 questions specifically on road signs, while the second part contains 30 multiple-choice questions that verify your general knowledge about traffic laws.

The score required to pass the DMV written test is 80% or higher. You must answer all the questions correctly on the first part about road signs, and you can miss up to 6 questions on the second part. You can't proceed to the second part of the exam if you answer any question incorrectly in the first part.

With a learner’s permit, you may drive under the following conditions:
  • You can operate only with the supervision of a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, or with a family member who is 18 or older and holds a driver's license, seated near you.
  • You cannot transport more than one passenger under 18, except for siblings.

After obtaining a driver's license, certain restrictions apply until you reach 18 years old:
  • Driving between midnight and 4 a.m. is not allowed, except for work or school activities, with a licensed parent or spouse aged 18 or older, or in case of emergencies.
  • For the first year, you may carry only one passenger under 21, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian seated near you. After one year, you can transport a maximum of three passengers under 21 for school activities or emergencies, or if accompanied by a licensed adult aged 21 or older seated near you.

You need to obtain a driver's license within one year after passing the DMV test, or you will have to retake it. If you're temporarily authorized to be in the U.S., the expiration date of your learner’s permit will match the expiration date shown on the document used to prove your legal presence.

If you're under 18 years old, you're required to wait 15 days while if you're 18 or older, you can retake the DMV written test the next day. However, regardless of age, if you fail the exam three times, you must complete an approved Driver Training School program. After completing the program, you'll need to present the Driver Education Certificate at a customer service center before making another attempt.

VA CDL School Bus Test

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