Driver		Instructor	
Company/Division		Date	
CMV Driver Basics Quiz
Directions: Read each statement carefully and circle the response that best answers the question.
	1.		You must be at least 16 years old to operate a CMV in interstate commerce.
A.		True
B.		False
	2.		You may not operate a CMV until you have passed a physical exam and are issued a medical examiner’s certificate stating this fact. 
A.		True
B.		False 
	3.		_____ is considered a disqualifying offense.
A.		Operating under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs
B.		Leaving the scene of an accident
C.		Committing a felony involving a CMV
D.		All of the above
	4.		If you possess a CDL, you can be disqualified for offenses committed in any type of vehicle at any time. 
A.		True
B.		False
	5.		Your health doesn’t play a part in the safe operation of a CMV.
A.		True
B.		False
	6.		Healthy eating includes:
A.		Drinking eight to ten cups of coffee daily
B.		Avoiding fruits and vegetables
C.		Eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily
D.		All of the above

	
	7.		Generally, most adults need ____ hours of uninterrupted sleep to feel well-rested. 
A.		4-5 
B.		5-6
C.		6-7
D.		7-8
	8.		The hours of service regulations:
A.		Limit the number of hours you can drive
B.		Limit the number of hours you can be on duty
C.		Both A and B
D.		None of the above
	9.		You are required to keep a record of duty status (a driver’s daily log) showing all of your driving and non-driving activities.
A.		True
B.		False
	10.		Whistleblower protection laws are in place to protect you from retaliation if you report CMV safety violations to FMCSA.
A.		True
B.		False

ã Copyright 2004
Published by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
Neenah, WI 54957-0368

Driver		Instructor	
Company/Division		Date	
Alternate CMV Driver Basics Quiz
Directions: Read each statement carefully and circle the response that best answers the question.
	1.		You are qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle if you:
A.		Are at least 21 years old
B.		Pass a required physical exam
C.		Have passed a road test
D.		All of the above
	2.		You must carry a certificate signed by a medical examiner that states you are physically qualified to drive a CMV.
A.		True
B.		False
	3.		You can be disqualified from driving if you are convicted of operating a CMV with an alcohol concentration of 0.01 percent or more.
A.		True
B.		False
	4.		Healthy habits include:
A.		Eating right
B.		Exercising regularly
C.		Getting proper rest
D.		All of the above
	5.		A diet that includes few fruits and vegetables and lots of salty foods can help reduce high blood pressure.
A.		True
B.		False
	6.		Fatigue describes anything from being sleepy to exhausted.
A.		True
B.		False
	7.		A sleep loss of as little as 2 hours can cause: 
A.		Reduced judgement
B.		Slowed reaction time
C.		Both A and B
D.		None of the above
	8.		The hours of service regulations do not require you to keep a record of duty status (a driver’s daily log).
A.		True
B.		False
	9.		Whistleblower protection laws are in place to protect you from retaliation if you report CMV safety violations to FMCSA.
A.		True
B.		False
	10.		Getting your CDL is all it takes to become a safe, professional driver.
A.		True
B.		False

ã Copyright 2004
Published by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
Neenah, WI 54957-0368

Driver		Instructor	
Company/Division		Date	
Driver Qualification Quiz
Directions: Read each statement carefully and circle the response that best answers the question.
	1.		You are qualified to operate a CMV if you:
A.		Have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license
B.		Pass a road test
C.		Pass a required physical exam
D.		All of the above
	2.		You do not need to be familiar with the methods and procedures for securing cargo.
A.		True
B.		False
	3.		You must pass a physical exam in order to operate a CMV.
A.		True
B.		False
	4.		Operating under the influence of a controlled substance is not a disqualifying offense.
A.		True
B.		False
	5.		If you possess a CDL you can be disqualified for offenses committed in any type of vehicle at any time.
A.		True
B.		False

ã Copyright 2004
Published by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
Neenah, WI 54957-0368

Driver		Instructor	
Company/Division		Date	
Driver Wellness Quiz
Directions: Read each statement carefully and circle the response that best answers the question.
	1.		Healthy habits include:
A.		Eating lots of salty and sugary foods
B.		Exercising regularly
C.		Drinking 8-10 cups of coffee each day
D.		All of the above
	2.		Exercise, eating healthy, and avoiding smoking and drinking alcohol can help reduce both your cholesterol and blood pressure levels.
A.		True
B.		False
	3.		_________ is a healthy stress-reduction technique.
A.		Smoking
B.		Drinking 4-6 cups of strong coffee
C.		Exercise
D.		All of the above
	4.		Sleep loss of as little as 2 hours can affect your alertness and performance.
A.		True
B.		False
	5.		______ is an indication that you are fatigued and should pull over and get some sleep.
A.		Having trouble focusing your eyes
B.		Yawning
C.		Lane deviations—weaving from lane-to-lane or onto the shoulder
D.		All of the above

ã Copyright 2004
Published by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
Neenah, WI 54957-0368

Driver		Instructor	
Company/Division		Date	
Hours of Service Quiz
Directions: Read each statement carefully and circle the response that best answers the question.
	1.		The hours of service regulations are meant to keep tired drivers off the road.
A.		True
B.		False
	2.		The hours of service regulations:
A.		Limit the number of hours you can drive
B.		Both A and C
C.		Limit the number of hours you can be on duty
D.		None of the above
	3.		You are required to keep a record of duty status for each ______ period.
A.		15 minute
B.		12 hour
C.		24 hour
D.		48 hour
	4.		You may let someone else complete your record of duty status.
A.		True
B.		False
	5.		Your record of duty status (driver’s daily log) must be kept current to your last change of duty status.
A.		True
B.		False

ã Copyright 2004
Published by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
Neenah, WI 54957-0368

Driver		Instructor	
Company/Division		Date	
Whistleblower Protection Quiz
Directions: Read each statement carefully and circle the response that best answers the question.
	1.		Whistleblower protection laws protect you from retaliation for reporting CMV safety violations to FMCSA.
A.		True
B.		False
	2.		Whistleblower protection laws allow your employer to discipline or discharge you for filing a complaint related to a CMV violation.
A.		True
B.		False
	3.		If you believe your employer has disciplined or discharged you for filing a CMV safety complaint, you may file a complaint with OSHA.
A.		True
B.		False
	4.		If you are disciplined or discharged for filing a complaint, you have no means of p-rotecting yourself.
A.		True
B.		False

ã Copyright 2004
Published by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.
Neenah, WI 54957-0368