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School Bus CHP Practice Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When may a school bus driver activate 4-way hazard lights?
Choose one answer below.
A
Backing
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B
Parked at a curb
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C
Stopping at a railroad crossing
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D
Stopping at a school bus stop
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QUESTION 2 / 25
What must a driver possess to operate a school bus legally?
Choose one answer below.
A
medical certificate
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B
Class A or B license
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C
California Special Certificate
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D
All of the above
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QUESTION 3 / 25
What must be done before starting the engine of the school bus?
Choose one answer below.
A
Check fuel levels
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B
Conduct a safety check and ensure the area is clear
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C
Ensure windows are closed
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D
Turn on the lights
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QUESTION 4 / 25
If a student sustains an injury while riding on a school bus due to the movement of the bus, this is considered to be a:
Choose one answer below.
A
School bus accident
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B
School bus incident
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C
Normal occurrence
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D
Not reportable incident
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QUESTION 5 / 25
What should a driver do if they encounter aggressive driving from another vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Remain calm and avoid engaging with the other driver
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B
Defend their position by speeding up
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C
Call the police immediately
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D
Make eye contact and signal the other driver
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QUESTION 6 / 25
Why is it important for a driver to create a positive environment during loading and unloading?
Choose one answer below.
A
To make the students feel welcomed
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B
To discourage interruptions from parents
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C
To promote efficiency during the process
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D
To maintain a strict disciplinary approach
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QUESTION 7 / 25
How often must the driver of a school bus inspect the vehicle prior to operation?
Choose one answer below.
A
Weekly
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B
Daily
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C
Monthly
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D
After each shift
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QUESTION 8 / 25
What do you do when a student is unruly on the school bus?
Choose one answer below.
A
Move the student to a seat near the driver
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B
Take the student back to school
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C
Take the student home
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D
Call dispatch
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QUESTION 9 / 25
How can a school bus driver enhance safety during loading and unloading?
Choose one answer below.
A
By honking the horn continuously
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B
By using hazard lights and monitoring traffic
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C
By waiting for a designated crossing guard
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D
By encouraging students to rush
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QUESTION 10 / 25
What is a key consideration regarding bus stops to ensure the safety of students?
Choose one answer below.
A
Bus stops should be located near fast food restaurants
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B
Stops should be easily visible to drivers
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C
Stops should be at large, open parks
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D
All stops should be near school buildings
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QUESTION 11 / 25
What should a driver always do before allowing students to exit the bus?
Choose one answer below.
A
Make sure the bus is on a straight road
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B
Ensure the area is clear of any obstructions
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C
Check the time of day
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D
Have students sing a safety song
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QUESTION 12 / 25
When should school bus drivers show the location of emergency exits and equipment?
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A
Prior to departure of the trip
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B
Prior to departure and return
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C
Prior to return of the trip
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D
Once each school year
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QUESTION 13 / 25
In order to ensure the safety of the students when exiting the bus, what should the driver do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Open all doors at once
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B
Direct students to exit one at a time
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C
Encourage students to run to their homes immediately
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D
Wait until the bus is completely empty before watching the area
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QUESTION 14 / 25
What should the driver do if a student drops a personal item while exiting the bus?
Choose one answer below.
A
Ignore it and keep driving
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B
Tell the student to retrieve it immediately
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C
Stop the bus and allow the student to safely retrieve it
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D
Wait until all students are off before addressing it
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Which of the following defects would prevent the use of rear tires?
Choose one answer below.
A
Unrepaired fabric
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B
Exposed cord
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C
Bulges, bumps or bruises due to internal separation
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D
All of the above
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What safety knowledge should a bus driver have regarding the loading of special needs students?
Choose one answer below.
A
Basic first aid training
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B
Knowledge of specific handling techniques
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C
Knowledge of individual specifications and requirements for their safe transport
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D
General vehicle maintenance knowledge
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QUESTION 17 / 25
What must a school bus driver do if they encounter a situation requiring immediate safety measures?
Choose one answer below.
A
Alert pupils to the situation
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B
Stop the bus immediately
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C
Proceed cautiously
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D
Contact the authorities
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QUESTION 18 / 25
When approaching a stop to load students, what is an important action for the bus driver?
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up to maintain schedule
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B
Turn the hazard lights on
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C
Signal with hand gestures
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D
Make a loud announcement on the PA system
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QUESTION 19 / 25
What must a school bus driver do before unloading pupils at a bus stop?
Choose one answer below.
A
Sound the horn
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B
Turn on hazard lights
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C
Check for traffic
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D
Signal students to cross
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QUESTION 20 / 25
If a school bus is stopped at a malfunctioning railroad crossing, what is the first action to take?
Choose one answer below.
A
Make sure it is safe and then go around
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B
Call the railroad company
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C
Call CHP
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D
Call dispatch and have them make the necessary notifications
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QUESTION 21 / 25
How far ahead should a driver signal before making a turn with a school bus?
Choose one answer below.
A
At least 50 feet
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B
At least 100 feet
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C
At least 150 feet
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D
At least 200 feet
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QUESTION 22 / 25
What is the minimum distance required to stop behind a school bus when its flashing lights are on?
Choose one answer below.
A
10 feet
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B
15 feet
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C
20 feet
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D
25 feet
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QUESTION 23 / 25
How far should a driver stop from a school bus when its stop sign is extended?
Choose one answer below.
A
10 feet
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B
15 feet
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C
20 feet
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D
30 feet
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QUESTION 24 / 25
A school bus driver shall not drive more than ___ hours in a work period.
Choose one answer below.
A
8
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B
10
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C
12
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D
16
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QUESTION 25 / 25
How often should the first-aid kit on the bus be restocked?
Choose one answer below.
A
Once a month
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B
After each use and regularly checked
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C
At the beginning of each school year
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D
Only if an emergency occurs
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