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Free CT CDL School Bus Practice Test 2025

Part of mandatory Entry-Level Driver Training Course Based on 2025 CT commercial driver's license manualAvailable in EN, ES
20questions
4mistakes allowed
80%passing score

If you’re in Connecticut, this free CDL school bus practice test is for you!

School buses represent a vital part of Connecticut’ education system, transporting thousands of students to and from school. There are strict regulations governing bus maintenance, driver qualification, and general safety, all of which all aspiring school bus drivers should be aware of.

Connecticut experiences a variety of weather conditions, including snow and ice during the winter months. As a school bus driver, the safety of your passengers is in your hands. Even with regular maintenance and snow plowing, it is crucial that you fully master the controls of your vehicle. That’s why the right to drive a school bus is not given lightly.

Typically, school buses come with several unique safety features. They are equipped with stop arms and flashing lights, which alert and instruct other drivers to stop when a bus is picking up or dropping off students. To operate a school bus in Connecticut, you’ll need a School Bus (S) endorsement on your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). A Passenger Vehicles (P) endorsement is also necessary if the school bus you intend to drive is designed to transport 16 ore more occupants, including yourself. Both endorsements are obtained after passing their respective knowledge exams, as well as a CDL skills test in a school bus.

Because they closely reflect the actual written exam, students use our practice tests to get familiar with its content and format. By practicing and preparing weeks in advance, you’ll eliminate any anxiety and nervousness that often appear on the day of the exam. Consisting of 20 questions based on the School Bus endorsement, our tests offer a great way of evaluating your knowledge. Once you consistently achieve passing scores, you can confidently take the official written exam, knowing it will be similar to your practice sessions.

Alternatively, our tests can also be used as an educational tool. After each question, immediate feedback is provided with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. It helps you identify mistakes and understand the meaning behind the right answer. While there are multiple answer choices to each question, remember that only one is correct. Since there is no timer to pressure you, it is recommended to read every question carefully before you make a choice.

Perfect for

  • First-time CT CDL and CLP applicants
  • CDL holders adding endorsements
  • CT CDL renewal applicants
CT commercial driver's license

What to expect on the actual exam

How many questions20
How many correct answers to pass16
Passing score80%
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List of questions (classic view)

  1. Which of the following statements about the special dangers of loading and unloading is true?
  2. After you decide on the best type of evacuation, what must you do next?
  3. While you're loading students, if you cannot account for a student, what should you do?
  4. A passive railroad crossing
  5. During your pre-trip vehicle inspection test, make sure that
  6. What color are all school buses painted?
  7. According to the Connecticut Commercial Driver License Manual, which of the following statements is true about students who must cross in front of the bus after exiting it?
  8. You should adjust the outside left and right side flat mirrors so you can see
  9. Which of the following statements about evacuation procedures is true?
  10. When unloading students at a school, you should
  11. Immediately after stopping, you should first
  12. In addition to spare electrical fuses (if equipped), three red reflective triangles, and a working fire extinguisher, emergency equipment for a school bus also includes
  13. For up to ______ of parents, the school bus driver is the only school official they ever meet.
  14. Before you proceed through a railroad crossing, make sure that your bus will have enough containment (the space on the opposite side of the crossing) to completely clear the railroad tracks. As a general rule, adequate containment is
  15. Which of the following will confirm that your bus is equipped with an antilock braking system (ABS)?
  16. Antilock brakes
  17. You should adjust the left and right side crossover mirrors so you can see
  18. The overhead inside rear-view mirror is used to
  19. You MUST evacuate everyone from your school bus if
  20. The blind spot behind the school bus may extend up to ________, depending on the length and width of the bus.

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