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1. Question
For a basic vehicle control skills test, you are expected to be able to:
- Alley dock.
- Weave between a line of cones.
- Complete an emergency stop.
- Maneuvers that may be included in the basic vehicle control skills test include straight line backing, offset back/right parking, offset back/left parking, driver side parallel parking, conventional parallel parking, and alley docking.
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Question 2 of 20

2. Question
If your bus has a manual transmission, what should you never do when crossing railroad tracks?
- Change gears.
- Use the brakes.
- Look both ways.
- Do not shift gears while crossing railroad tracks. Your vehicle could stall and get stuck in the crossing.
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Question 3 of 20

3. Question
If a tornado is approaching and the bus is evacuated, where should students go?
- To a nearby building
- To the closest tree
- Near a river
- To a mountain
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If students are evacuated due to a school bus being in the direct path of a sighted tornado, the driver should lead them to shelter in a nearby building. If no such shelter is available, the driver should escort them to a nearby ditch or culvert. They should avoid areas that may be subject to flash flooding and should be far enough from the bus that it would not fall on them if it tipped over.

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If students are evacuated due to a school bus being in the direct path of a sighted tornado, the driver should lead them to shelter in a nearby building. If no such shelter is available, the driver should escort them to a nearby ditch or culvert. They should avoid areas that may be subject to flash flooding and should be far enough from the bus that it would not fall on them if it tipped over.
Question 4 of 20

4. Question
If a school bus needs to be evacuated, passengers should :
- Always exit through the rear door.
- Use the exit deemed safest.
- Always exit through the front door.
- When preparing to evacuate a school bus, the driver must quickly determine which of the bus's exits is safest for passengers to use.
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Question 5 of 20

5. Question
Backing a school bus is:
- Strongly encouraged.
- Strongly discouraged.
- Only to be done in the morning.
- Backing a school bus is strongly discouraged and should only be done if there is no safe alternative. If you must drive in reverse, be sure to follow all proper safety protocol.
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Question 6 of 20

6. Question
If your vehicle is equipped with a cargo lift, you should ensure that:
- The lift is loosely attached.
- The lift is not leaking.
- The lift is fully extended.
- The lift is the proper color.
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When checking a cargo lift as part of your vehicle inspection test, you should check for leaking, damaged, or missing parts. The lift must be fully retracted and latched securely.

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When checking a cargo lift as part of your vehicle inspection test, you should check for leaking, damaged, or missing parts. The lift must be fully retracted and latched securely.
Question 7 of 20

7. Question
During a basic vehicle control skills test, you may be asked to:
- Parallel park.
- Inspect your tires.
- Monitor your gauges.
- Pull forward into a parking space.
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Maneuvers that may be included in the basic vehicle control skills test include straight line backing, offset back/right parking, offset back/left parking, driver side parallel parking, conventional parallel parking, and alley docking.

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Maneuvers that may be included in the basic vehicle control skills test include straight line backing, offset back/right parking, offset back/left parking, driver side parallel parking, conventional parallel parking, and alley docking.
Question 8 of 20

8. Question
When approaching a school bus stop, the bus driver should:
- Not use their mirrors.
- Approach the stop with caution.
- Stop on the sidewalk.
- A school bus driver should always approach bus stops slowly and cautiously.
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Question 9 of 20

9. Question
When checking tire condition during the vehicle inspection, you should:
- Ensure that the insides of the tires are more worn than the outsides of the tires.
- Ensure that the outsides of the tires are more worn than the insides of the tires.
- Ensure that the middles of the tires are more worn than the outsides of the tires.
- Ensure that the tires have even wear.
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When examining your tires during the vehicle inspection test, you should ensure that treads are evenly worn.

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When examining your tires during the vehicle inspection test, you should ensure that treads are evenly worn.
Question 10 of 20

10. Question
When asked to complete a conventional parallel parking maneuver, you should:
- Pass the parking space while backing, then pull forward into it.
- Pull forward past the parking space, then back into it.
- Pull forward into the parking space without passing it first.
- Back into the parking space without passing it first.
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You may be asked to complete a conventional parallel parking maneuver into a parking space that is to the right of your vehicle. You should drive past the parking space before backing into it while bringing the rear of your vehicle as close to the rear of the space as possible. Your vehicle should be completely within the boundaries of the space.

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You may be asked to complete a conventional parallel parking maneuver into a parking space that is to the right of your vehicle. You should drive past the parking space before backing into it while bringing the rear of your vehicle as close to the rear of the space as possible. Your vehicle should be completely within the boundaries of the space.
Question 11 of 20

11. Question
During a vehicle inspection, ensure that the landing gear is:
- Retracted.
- Fully raised.
- More worn on the passenger's side than on the driver's side.
- Well lit.
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When inspecting a trailer during a vehicle inspection test, ensure that its landing gear has no missing parts and that it is fully raised. The crank handle should be secure and the support frame should not be damaged.

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When inspecting a trailer during a vehicle inspection test, ensure that its landing gear has no missing parts and that it is fully raised. The crank handle should be secure and the support frame should not be damaged.
Question 12 of 20

12. Question
A school bus stop:
- Can be added by the driver if there is a need.
- Should be voted on by the students.
- May change, depending on weather conditions.
- Should be established by the proper school district authorities.
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A school bus driver should not alter the location of a bus stop without written authorization of the appropriate school district officials.

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A school bus driver should not alter the location of a bus stop without written authorization of the appropriate school district officials.
Question 13 of 20

13. Question
During the vehicle inspection test, you will be required to do all of the following, except:
- Walk around the vehicle.
- Point to or touch each item.
- Explain what you are checking and why.
- Crawl under the vehicle.
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As a part of earning your CDL, you will have to pass an inspection test and demonstrate that your vehicle is safe for operation. During the vehicle inspection test, you will have to walk around the vehicle and point to or touch each item and explain to the examiner what you are checking and why. You will not have to crawl under the hood or under the vehicle.

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As a part of earning your CDL, you will have to pass an inspection test and demonstrate that your vehicle is safe for operation. During the vehicle inspection test, you will have to walk around the vehicle and point to or touch each item and explain to the examiner what you are checking and why. You will not have to crawl under the hood or under the vehicle.
Question 14 of 20

14. Question
School bus stops may be changed by:
- The driver.
- Parents.
- The school district.
- Students.
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A school bus driver should not change the location of a stop without written approval from appropriate school district officials.

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A school bus driver should not change the location of a stop without written approval from appropriate school district officials.
Question 15 of 20

15. Question
ABS helps you:
- Lock up your wheels.
- Keep your wheels from locking up.
- Count the number of students boarding the bus.
- The function of an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is to prevent a vehicle's wheels from locking up when the driver brakes hard on a slippery surface.
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Question 16 of 20

16. Question
When loading or unloading passengers, a school bus should be placed in ____ if there is no park shift point available.
- Reverse
- First gear
- Neutral
- When stopping to load or unload students, a school bus should ideally be placed in park. If there is no park shift point, the bus should be placed in neutral and the parking brake should be set.
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Question 17 of 20

17. Question
The overhead inside rearview mirror:
- Allows the driver to see what is happening inside of the bus.
- Allows the driver to see what is happening outside of the bus.
- Monitors traffic.
- Opens and closes the door.
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In a school bus, the overhead inside rearview mirror is used to monitor passenger activity inside the bus.

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In a school bus, the overhead inside rearview mirror is used to monitor passenger activity inside the bus.
Question 18 of 20

18. Question
When completing an offset back/left parking maneuver, a driver should:
- Pull straight forward, then back to the left.
- Drive straight back, then pull forward to the left.
- Pull straight forward, then drive straight back.
- If you are asked to complete an offset back/left parking maneuver, you should first pull straight forward, then back up to the left. Your vehicle must be parked completely within the boundaries of the parking space.
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Question 19 of 20

19. Question
If a driver needs to exit a school bus to ensure all waiting students have boarded, the driver should:
- Leave the bus running.
- Turn the bus off and take the key.
- Ask a student to keep an eye on the steering wheel.
- While students are boarding a school bus, if the driver cannot account for a student outside, they should secure the bus, take the key with them, and check around and underneath the bus for the missing student.
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Question 20 of 20

20. Question
When exiting a vehicle, it is important to maintain ____ with your vehicle at all times.
- Three points of contact
- Four points of contact
- Two points of contact
- As you exit your vehicle during the basic vehicle control skills test, you must face the vehicle and maintain three points of contact at all times. If your testing vehicle is a bus, you must maintain contact with the handrail. Exiting the vehicle incorrectly may result in automatic failure of the basic control skills test.
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Related FAQs

What is a Class A CDL license in Alabama?

A Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in Alabama allows you to operate large combination vehicles with a total weight of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the vehicle being towed weighs more than 10,000 pounds. It is commonly used for operating tractor-trailers and similar heavy-duty vehicles.

What vehicles can I operate with a Alabama Class A CDL license?

With a Class A CDL in Alabama, you can drive vehicles like semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, livestock carriers, flatbeds, and tanker vehicles. You can also operate Class B and Class C vehicles if you have the appropriate endorsements.

What are the requirements to obtain a Class A CDL license in Alabama?

To obtain a Class A CDL in Alabama, you must: (1) be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), (2) hold a valid non-commercial driver’s license, (3) pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam, (4) get a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP), and (5) pass knowledge and road skills tests after completing entry-level driver training (ELDT) from an FMCSA-approved provider.

What is the minimum age requirement for a Class A CDL license in Alabama?

The minimum age to apply for a Class A CDL in Alabama is 18 years old for intrastate driving (within Alabama). To drive across state lines or transport hazardous materials, you must be at least 21 years old.

Do I need any endorsements for a Alabama Class A CDL license?

Yes, depending on the type of vehicle or cargo, endorsements may be needed. Common endorsements for Class A CDL holders include: (T) Double/Triple Trailers, (N) Tank Vehicles, (H) Hazardous Materials, (X) Tanker and Hazmat Combined, and (P) Passenger Vehicles. Each endorsement requires passing additional written tests.

What is involved in the Class A CDL skills test in Alabama?

The Class A CDL skills test in Alabama includes three parts: (1) Pre-trip Inspection to show you understand how to check vehicle safety, (2) Basic Control Skills Test to demonstrate backing, turning, and maneuvering, and (3) Road Test to show safe driving in real-world conditions.

Are there any restrictions or limitations for drivers with a Alabama Class A CDL license?

Yes. Some limitations may apply, especially for drivers under 21, who cannot drive out of state or transport hazardous materials. Also, any medical or legal disqualifications, such as certain convictions, may restrict your CDL.

Can I take the Class A CDL written test in a language other than English in Alabama?

The written test for a Class A CDL in Alabama is generally offered in English. However, some locations may offer it in Spanish. It’s best to check with your local testing center. Keep in mind, the road skills test must be taken in English as per federal law.

Can I request accommodations for the Alabama Class A CDL written test due to a disability?

Yes, Alabama provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities. You must notify the testing center in advance to arrange accommodations such as extra time or alternative testing formats based on documented needs.

What happens if I fail the Class A CDL written test in Alabama? Can I retake it?

If you fail the Class A CDL written test in Alabama, you can retake it. There may be a short waiting period, and a small retest fee may apply. Be sure to study the CDL Manual and practice using online resources before your next attempt.

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