Tennessee DMV Practice Test 1

Q: What topics does Tennessee DMV Practice Test 1 cover?

This test draws 10 questions from the Tennessee DMV handbook covering traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way rules, safe driving practices, and speed limits. Questions are selected using a fixed seed so Practice Test 1 always presents the same set — making it easy to track your improvement over multiple attempts.

Q: Does this practice test work for Nashville and other Tennessee cities?

Yes — the TN DMV written knowledge test is the same statewide. Whether you're getting your license in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Clarksville, or anywhere else in Tennessee, this practice test covers exactly what the examiner will ask. Traffic laws and road rules are set at the state level, so there's no city-specific version of the test.

Q: Do I need to create an account to take these practice tests?

No account is needed — just open the test and start answering. Without an account your scores aren't saved between sessions, but all 50 questions across the 5 tests are fully accessible. Creating a free account lets you track your progress over time and pick up where you left off.

Q: How similar are these questions to the real Tennessee DMV test?

Very similar. Every question is sourced from the official Tennessee DMV handbook and written in the same multiple-choice format as the real test. The question bank is reviewed regularly to reflect the current handbook edition. While the exact questions on your actual exam will vary, the topics, difficulty, and wording style closely mirror what you'll face at the TN DMV.

Q: How do I pass the Tennessee DMV written test?

Work through all 5 free practice tests and read every explanation carefully — understanding the rule behind a correct answer is far more effective than memorising answers. Focus extra time on questions you miss. Consistently scoring above 85% across multiple tests is a strong indicator you're ready. Our premium question bank offers 403+ questions modelled directly on the TN DMV exam.

Question 1

When approaching a flashing red traffic light, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Come to a complete stop, check traffic, and go when safe.

Answer

Slow down and yield the right-of-way.

Answer

Slow down and drive carefully through the intersection.

Question 2

A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means:

Accepted Answer

The same thing as a stop sign.

Answer

The light is about to turn green.

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The same thing as a yield sign.

Question 3

When driving in fog or mist you should not use high beam headlights because:

Accepted Answer

The light will reflect back into your eyes.

Answer

Vehicles behind you may follow too closely.

Answer

Approaching vehicles might not see you.

Question 4

If pedestrians are illegally crossing the street (jaywalking), you:

Accepted Answer

Must stop for them.

Answer

Should honk your horn at them.

Answer

Do not have to stop for them.

Question 5

When entering an interstate highway you should:

Accepted Answer

Check for cars, increase your speed to match the flow of traffic, and merge when the way is clear.

Answer

Stop, check for cars, and enter when safe.

Answer

Check for cars and reduce your speed to 25 mph before entering the traffic lane.

Question 6

When the centerline is a broken yellow line beside a solid yellow line, what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Passing is permitted from the lane next to the broken yellow line.

Answer

Passing is permitted from the lane next to the solid yellow line.

Answer

Passing is not permitted from either direction.

Question 7

What effect can strong wind gusts on highways have?

Accepted Answer

They can create problems for all vehicles.

Answer

They generally affect only large vehicles.

Answer

They only reduce visibility.

Question 8

If your vehicle becomes disabled on the highway, you should:

Accepted Answer

Park with all four wheels off the traveled highway, if possible.

Answer

Stop where you are.

Answer

Stop in the right lane.

Question 9

How do stopping distances and crash severity change with higher speeds?

Accepted Answer

Increase as vehicle speed increases.

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Decrease as vehicle speed increases.

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Are not affected by vehicle speed.

Question 10

When you see an emergency vehicle using flashing lights, what must you do?

Accepted Answer

Pull over to the curb or edge of the road and stop until the vehicle has passed.

Answer

Maintain your speed and stay in your lane until the vehicle has passed.

Answer

Move into the right lane and drive slowly until the vehicle has passed.

Question 1 of 10

When approaching a flashing red traffic light, what should you do?

About This Tennessee Practice Test

What topics does Tennessee DMV Practice Test 1 cover?

Does this practice test work for Nashville and other Tennessee cities?

Do I need to create an account to take these practice tests?

How similar are these questions to the real Tennessee DMV test?

How do I pass the Tennessee DMV written test?

Free Tennessee DMV Practice Test 1 (2026)

Question 1 of 10

When approaching a flashing red traffic light, what should you do?

About This Tennessee Practice Test

What topics does Tennessee DMV Practice Test 1 cover?

Does this practice test work for Nashville and other Tennessee cities?

Do I need to create an account to take these practice tests?

How similar are these questions to the real Tennessee DMV test?

How do I pass the Tennessee DMV written test?