Vermont · Written Test Questions
Vermont DMV Written Test Questions (2026)
Looking for real Vermont written test questions? Every question in our bank is written from the current Vermont Driver's Manual (2026) to match the real exam's style, difficulty, and topic mix — 20 questions per mock exam, just like test day.
Start with the free sample questions below. Miss one, and the AI tutor explains the rule behind it in English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, or Russian.
The test at a glance
- Questions
- 20
- To pass
- 80% (16/20 correct)
- Minimum age
- 15 to take the test for a learner's permit
- Fee
- about $28 knowledge test fee, plus about $17 for the permit
- Re-takes
- 3 attempts within 90 days; after that the application closes and you restart the process
- Official handbook
- Vermont Driver's Manual (2026)
Sample questions for Vermont
Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.
Question 1 · Knowledge test
How many questions are on the Vermont knowledge test, and how many must you get right?
- 20 questions, 16 correct
- 25 questions, 20 correct
- 30 questions, 24 correct
- 40 questions, 32 correct
See the explanation
Correct answer: 20 questions, 16 correct
Vermont: 20 questions, get 16 right (80%) to pass.
Question 2 · Winter driving
When driving on a steep, snowy Vermont mountain road, what should you do?
- Keep your normal highway speed
- Slow down and use a lower gear downhill
- Coast downhill in neutral
- Follow the car ahead closely
See the explanation
Correct answer: Slow down and use a lower gear downhill
Snowy mountain roads: slow down, use a lower gear downhill, and add following distance.
Question 3 · Sharing the road
How should you pass a bicyclist sharing the road?
- Pass as close as possible to save room
- Pass only when safe, leaving several feet of space
- Honk and speed past
- Force the cyclist onto the shoulder
See the explanation
Correct answer: Pass only when safe, leaving several feet of space
Pass cyclists slowly, leaving several feet of space — never crowd them.
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Passing score and format
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Frequently asked questions
Are these the actual Vermont DMV test questions?
No site legally has the actual current questions — the DMV rotates them. Ours are written from the same source (the Vermont Driver's Manual (2026)) to match the real exam's style and difficulty, which is what genuinely prepares you.
How many questions are on the Vermont written test?
20 multiple-choice questions. You need 80% (16/20 correct) to pass.
Are the written test questions free?
The 3-question demo and your first full mock exam are free — no card, no signup. Unlimited practice is one payment: $24.99 for 6 months of Vermont access, or $39.99 for every state.
Can I get the questions in other languages?
Yes — every question and explanation works in English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Russian, and the AI tutor answers follow-ups in your language.
How hard is the Vermont written test?
First-time fail rates are significant in most states — usually because people only skim the handbook. Practicing 20-question mock exams until you consistently score 90%+ makes the real test feel routine.
More Vermont resources
Driver Handbook
Vermont Driver Handbook
Key points from the latest official Vermont driver handbook, organized by chapter — safe driving, traffic controls, speed limits, DUI laws, and sharing the road.
Study Guide
Vermont Permit Test Study Guide
Free Vermont DMV study guide for the 2026 permit test — road signs, right of way, speed limits, and alcohol laws explained topic by topic.
Permit Test Guide
Vermont Permit Test (2026): The Complete Guide
The complete Vermont permit test guide: 20 questions, 80% (16/20 correct) to pass, who qualifies, the mistakes that fail most people, free practice questions, and an AI tutor in 5 languages.
Practice Test
Free Vermont DMV Practice Test (2026)
Free Vermont DMV practice test. 20 real handbook-style questions per round, instant scoring, and AI explanations for every wrong answer.
Permit Test Answers
Vermont Permit Test Answers & Explanations
Vermont permit test answers explained. Every practice question comes with an AI explanation that breaks down the rule, not just the answer.
Cheat Sheet
Vermont DMV Cheat Sheet (2026)
Vermont DMV cheat sheet for 2026. Quick-reference key facts, signs, and rules from the Vermont Driver's Manual (2026), plus free practice questions.
How to Get a Permit
How to Get a Vermont Driver's Permit (2026)
How to get your Vermont learner's permit in 2026. Step-by-step: age requirements, documents, knowledge test, fees, and what to bring to the DMV.
Permit Requirements
Vermont Driver's Permit Requirements (2026)
Vermont learner's permit requirements for 2026. Minimum age, required documents, knowledge test details, fees, and holding period — all in one place.
Road Signs Test
Vermont Permit Signs Test (2026)
Free Vermont road signs practice test for 2026. Learn every sign shape, color, and meaning from the Vermont Driver's Manual (2026), then drill sign questions with AI explanations.
Right-of-Way Practice
Vermont Right-of-Way Practice Test (2026)
Master right-of-way for the Vermont permit test. Intersections, 4-way stops, left turns, pedestrians, and emergency vehicles — with free practice questions.
DMV Test in Spanish
Vermont DMV Permit Test in Spanish (2026)
Study for the Vermont DMV permit test in Spanish. Native-quality Spanish practice questions, explanations, and an AI tutor — plus what to expect on the official exam.
DMV Test in Chinese
Vermont DMV Permit Test in Chinese (2026)
Study for the Vermont DMV permit test in Chinese. Native-quality Chinese practice questions, explanations, and an AI tutor — plus what to expect on the official exam.
DMV Test in Korean
Vermont DMV Permit Test in Korean (2026)
Study for the Vermont DMV permit test in Korean. Native-quality Korean practice questions, explanations, and an AI tutor — plus what to expect on the official exam.
DMV Test in Russian
Vermont DMV Permit Test in Russian (2026)
Study for the Vermont DMV permit test in Russian. Native-quality Russian practice questions, explanations, and an AI tutor — plus what to expect on the official exam.
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