Illinois Road Signs Practice flashcards
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32 cards. Read the term and the definition here. The deck at the top of this page is optional.
- STOP sign shape
- The stop sign is the only octagon on the road, red with white letters. Because the shape is unique, drivers can recognize it from behind or when the legend is obscured.
- YIELD sign shape
- An inverted triangle with the point down, red border and white center. It means slow down and give the right of way to traffic on the intersecting road.
- Warning sign color
- Yellow diamonds with black symbols warn of hazards ahead such as curves, hills, or crossings. They do not set a speed limit but indicate where slowing may be needed.
- Work zone sign color
- Orange marks construction and maintenance zones. Orange diamonds warn of work ahead, and orange rectangles state temporary regulations such as lane shifts or reduced speed.
- Flagger ahead sign
- An orange diamond showing a person holding a flag warns that a flagger is controlling traffic ahead. Slow down and be ready to stop as directed.
- DO NOT ENTER sign
- A red square with a white horizontal bar and the words DO NOT ENTER means traffic may not proceed. It often appears at one-way street exits and wrong-way ramps.
- Speed limit sign
- A white rectangle with black numerals gives the maximum lawful speed in ideal conditions. Rain, snow, fog, or heavy traffic may require driving below the posted number.
- Mandatory turn lane sign
- A black-and-white sign with a curved or straight arrow plus ONLY means traffic in that lane must turn as shown. Continuing straight from that lane is prohibited.
- Crossbuck sign
- A white X-shaped sign reading RAILROAD CROSSING marks the crossing itself. Drivers must yield to trains and must not proceed until the tracks are clear.
- Railroad advance warning
- A round yellow sign with a black X and the letters RR warns that a railroad crossing is ahead. Slow down, look both ways, and listen for trains.
- Multiple tracks sign
- A small sign below the crossbuck reading 2 TRACKS or 3 TRACKS indicates how many tracks cross the road. A second train may follow the first even after one passes.
- School zone pentagon
- The five-sided sign with a walking figure marks a school crossing or school zone. Fluorescent yellow-green makes it stand out, and reduced speed limits often apply nearby.
- School speed limit hours
- School speed limits apply only during posted hours or when yellow beacons flash. Outside those times, the normal posted speed limit applies unless a sign says otherwise.
- Pedestrian crossing warning
- A yellow diamond with a walking figure warns of a pedestrian crossing ahead. Drivers must slow down and yield to pedestrians in the marked crosswalk.
- Flashing red signal
- A flashing red light requires a full stop, then proceeding when safe, the same as a stop sign. It often appears at intersections during low-traffic hours.
- Flashing yellow signal
- A flashing yellow light means slow down and proceed with caution. It does not require a stop but warns of a hazard such as a crosswalk or intersection.
- Double solid yellow line
- Two solid yellow lines between opposing traffic mean passing is prohibited in both directions. A single solid yellow on your side prohibits passing from your lane.
- Broken white lane line
- A broken white line separates lanes moving in the same direction and may be crossed when safe. A solid white line discourages lane changes and marks the edge of the roadway.
- Stop line marking
- A solid white bar across your lane at an intersection marks where to stop. Stop behind the line so crosswalk space and the intersection itself stay clear.
- Red curb meaning
- A red-painted curb means no stopping, standing, or parking at any time. Yellow curbs allow short stops to load or unload; white curbs allow brief passenger stops.
- Green guide signs
- Green signs with white letters give route, destination, distance, and exit information on highways and interstates. They guide navigation rather than regulate behavior.
- Blue service signs
- Blue signs with white symbols mark motorist services such as gas stations, food, lodging, and hospitals. They appear near exits on major highways.
- Brown recreational signs
- Brown signs with white letters identify parks, historic sites, and other recreational or cultural areas. They direct travelers to points of interest rather than services.
- Interstate route shield
- The red, white, and blue shield marks an interstate route. Even numbers run east-west, odd numbers run north-south, and three-digit numbers are loops or spurs.
- Chevron sign
- A rectangular sign with a black chevron on yellow, placed through a curve, shows the direction of the turn. Drivers should steer in the direction the chevron points.
- Reverse curve sign
- A yellow diamond with an S-shaped arrow warns of two successive curves in opposite directions. Slow down before the first curve and stay in your lane.
- Slippery when wet sign
- A yellow diamond showing a car with skid marks warns that the road becomes slippery in rain or wet conditions. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking or steering.
- Two-way traffic sign
- A yellow diamond with two opposing arrows warns that two-way traffic begins ahead, often where a divided highway ends. Keep to the right of the center line.
- Detour sign
- An orange or black-on-yellow sign with an arrow directs traffic to an alternate route around a closure. Follow the posted detour instead of turning around.
- Pilot car procedure
- In one-lane work zones, a FOLLOW ME vehicle leads traffic through the zone. Stay behind the pilot car and do not pass until it clears the work area.
- Yield sign rule
- At a YIELD sign, slow down and give the right of way to traffic on the intersecting road. Stop if necessary, then proceed only when the way is clear.
- NO PARKING sign
- A NO PARKING sign means you may stop briefly to load or unload passengers but may not leave the vehicle parked. NO STANDING allows only brief passenger pickups.