Rhode Island permit
practice test.
Free, with answers.
Original practice questions for the Rhode Island permit test, each with the answer and a short explanation. Read the Rhode Island driver handbook alongside them.
Test format from our records · confirm current rules with the Rhode Island DMV
Which drink contains as much alcohol as a 5-ounce glass of wine?
One standard drink equals either 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of distilled spirits; each holds about the same amount of alcohol. Choosing beer or wine over liquor does not make you any less impaired.
Practice for Rhode Island
Questions on Rhode Island laws, licensing and road rules. Everyone in Rhode Island sees these sets. 431 practice questions: the Rhode Island sets, national lessons and road signs.
Rhode Island: Laws & Licensing
Licensing, alcohol, penalty and crash rules.
Rhode Island: Road Rules
Right-of-way, signs, speed and safe driving.
Rhode Island exam simulator
40 random questions from the Rhode Island practice pool, 70% to pass, with a full review at the end.
Driver handbook
The Rhode Island manual, with practice for each topic.
Motorcycle
232 motorcycle practice questions for Rhode Island.
Rhode Island CDL
National CDL practice by topic, based on the federal CDL manual.
National lessons and practice exam.
Traffic rules and road signs that apply in every state. Same sets for all learners.
- Sign Shapes, Colors and Rules20 questions
- Curve, Hill and Hazard Warnings18 questions
- Intersection, Merge and Lane Warnings21 questions
- Route, Guide and Service Signs13 questions
- Traffic Lights and Pavement Markings17 questions
- Who Goes First: Right-of-Way22 questions
- Turns, Turn Signals and Hand Signals17 questions
- Passing and Changing Lanes18 questions
- Choosing a Safe Speed15 questions
- Parking and Backing Up15 questions
- Scanning, Space and Communication20 questions
- Driving on Freeways13 questions
- Pedestrians, Children and School Buses21 questions
- Bicycles, Motorcycles and Trucks17 questions
- Railroad Crossings and Work Zones17 questions
- Night Driving and Bad Weather17 questions
- Staying Alert, Calm and Focused13 questions
- How Alcohol Affects Your Driving15 questions
- Drugs, DUI Laws and Chemical Tests14 questions
- Emergencies and Collisions17 questions
- Your License, Record and Penalties17 questions
- Road Sign Review23 questions
- Final Knowledge Exam35 questions
Steps to your permit.
- 01
Study the Rhode Island driver handbook
Read the manual next to our explanations, and reread the chapters behind the questions you miss.
Rhode Island driver handbook → - 02
Pass the exam simulator
Aim for 28 of 40 or better, several times in a row.
Open the simulator → - 03
Take the knowledge test
Bring the documents the Rhode Island DMV lists for a temporary permit. Fees and lists change, so check before you go.
- 04
Start supervised driving
Keep a record of your supervised practice hours.
Open the driving log →
Rhode Island permit test
FAQ.
How many questions are on the Rhode Island permit test?
The Rhode Island knowledge test has 40 multiple-choice questions, and you need 28 correct (70%) to pass. Requirements can change, so confirm with the Rhode Island DMV before test day.
How old do I have to be to get a learner's permit in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island you can apply for a learner's permit from age 16. Check the Rhode Island DMV for current age, document and parental-consent rules.
Are these the real Rhode Island DMV questions?
No. These are original practice questions written by our team. State rules are checked against the Rhode Island driver handbook and Rhode Island law, and every answer comes with an explanation.
Is DMV Written Test a government service?
No. DMV Written Test is an independent practice resource and is not affiliated with the Rhode Island DMV or any other government agency.
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About these facts
Exam format and minimum age come from the data we have on file for Rhode Island and have not been re-checked against an official page. Confirm them with the Rhode Island DMV.
Fees and document lists change, so confirm them with the Rhode Island DMV.