shaabhishek · April 11, 2025 18:14
diff --git a/ma_license_questions.json b/ma_license_questions.json
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  {
    "question": "What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers 21 years old or older in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "0.08% is the legal BAC limit for drivers 21 years or older.",
    "category": "Alcohol and Drugs"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21 years of age in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "0.02% is the legal BAC limit for drivers under 21 years of age (Zero Tolerance Law).",
    "category": "Alcohol and Drugs"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the implied consent law in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "By driving in Massachusetts, you automatically consent to a chemical test (breath or blood) if arrested for OUI. Refusal leads to license suspension.",
    "category": "Alcohol and Drugs"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the penalty for refusing a chemical test for a first OUI offense in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "A 180-day license suspension (or longer for drivers under 21 or with prior offenses).",
    "category": "Alcohol and Drugs"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does a solid red traffic light mean?",
    "answer": "Stop completely behind the stop line or crosswalk. You may turn right on red after a full stop unless a sign prohibits it.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does a flashing red traffic light mean?",
    "answer": "Treat it as a stop sign. Come to a complete stop and proceed only when safe.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?",
    "answer": "The light is about to turn red. Stop if you can do so safely; otherwise, proceed through the intersection with caution.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?",
    "answer": "Slow down and proceed with caution. Be alert for crossing traffic or pedestrians.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What shape is a stop sign?",
    "answer": "An octagon (8 sides).",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What shape and color is a yield sign?",
    "answer": "A downward-pointing triangle, red and white.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What do white lines on the road indicate?",
    "answer": "Separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What do yellow lines on the road indicate?",
    "answer": "Separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does a solid yellow line on your side of the center line mean?",
    "answer": "You may not pass.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the basic speed law in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "You must drive at a speed that is reasonable and proper for the current conditions, regardless of the posted limit.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the speed limit in a thickly settled district or business district unless otherwise posted?",
    "answer": "30 mph.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the speed limit in a school zone in Massachusetts when children are present?",
    "answer": "20 mph.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "When must you use your headlights in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "From one-half hour after sunset until one-half hour before sunrise, and any other time when visibility is less than 500 feet (e.g., rain, snow, fog), or when wipers are in use.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "How far before a turn should you signal?",
    "answer": "At least 100 feet before the turn (or 500 feet on highways).",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "When parking downhill with a curb, which way should you turn your wheels?",
    "answer": "Turn wheels toward the curb.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "When parking uphill with a curb, which way should you turn your wheels?",
    "answer": "Turn wheels away from the curb.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "When parking uphill or downhill without a curb, which way should you turn your wheels?",
    "answer": "Turn wheels toward the edge of the road.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "How far must you park from a fire hydrant?",
    "answer": "At least 10 feet.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "How far must you park from an intersection?",
    "answer": "At least 20 feet.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
   {
    "question": "Who has the right-of-way at an intersection with no signs or signals?",
    "answer": "The vehicle that arrived first. If arriving at the same time, the vehicle on the right has the right-of-way.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
   },
   {
    "question": "When must you stop for a school bus?",
    "answer": "You must stop when a school bus displays flashing red lights and a stop sign, unless you are on the opposite side of a divided highway.",
    "category": "Sharing the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the 'Move Over Law' in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "Drivers must move to an adjacent lane and slow down when approaching stationary emergency or maintenance vehicles with flashing lights.",
    "category": "Sharing the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "What minimum following distance should you maintain under ideal conditions?",
    "answer": "At least three seconds behind the vehicle ahead.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
  },
  {
    "question": "What should you do if your vehicle starts to skid?",
    "answer": "Take your foot off the gas, steer in the direction you want the front of the car to go, and do not brake hard.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
  },
  {
    "question": "At what age can you obtain a Learner's Permit in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "16 years old.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "What are the passenger restrictions for a Junior Operator License (JOL) holder during the first six months?",
    "answer": "Cannot transport any passengers under 18, except immediate family members, unless accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 years old in the front seat.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "What are the nighttime driving restrictions for a Junior Operator License (JOL) holder?",
    "answer": "Cannot drive between 12:30 AM and 5:00 AM unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
   {
    "question": "How often must vehicles be inspected in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "Annually.",
    "category": "Vehicle Requirements"
   },
   {
    "question": "What type of auto insurance is mandatory in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "Bodily Injury to Others, Personal Injury Protection (PIP), Bodily Injury Caused by Uninsured Auto, and Damage to Someone Else's Property.",
    "category": "Vehicle Requirements"
   },
   {
    "question": "What should you do if you are involved in a crash?",
    "answer": "Stop immediately, check for injuries, provide aid if possible, call police if necessary (injuries, significant damage), exchange information (name, address, license, registration, insurance), and file a crash report if damage exceeds $1,000 or there are injuries.",
    "category": "Accidents and Emergencies"
   },
   {
    "question": "Can you legally wear headphones covering both ears while driving?",
    "answer": "No, it is illegal to wear headphones covering both ears while driving in Massachusetts.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
   },
   {
    "question": "What is the penalty for a first offense OUI (Operating Under the Influence) in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "Penalties can include fines, license suspension (up to 1 year), potential jail time, and mandatory participation in an alcohol education program.",
    "category": "Alcohol and Drugs"
   },
   {
    "question": "What does a green arrow signal mean?",
    "answer": "You may turn in the direction of the arrow after yielding to traffic and pedestrians already in the intersection.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
   },
   {
    "question": "What is hydroplaning?",
    "answer": "When tires lose contact with the road surface and ride on a thin film of water, causing loss of control. Occurs at higher speeds in wet conditions.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
   },
   {
    "question": "When approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights, what should you do?",
    "answer": "Stop at least 15 feet before the crossing and wait until the lights stop flashing and it is safe to proceed.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
   },
    {
    "question": "What does a pentagon-shaped sign indicate?",
    "answer": "School zone or school crossing ahead.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
   },
   {
    "question": "Is texting while driving legal in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "No, texting while driving is illegal for all drivers. Drivers under 18 cannot use any mobile electronic device while driving.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
   },
   {
    "question": "What is the 'Open Container Law'?",
    "answer": "It is illegal to have an open container of alcohol inside the passenger area of a vehicle, whether it is moving or parked, on a public way.",
    "category": "Alcohol and Drugs"
   },
   {
    "question": "How should you position your hands on the steering wheel?",
    "answer": "Recommended positions are 9 and 3 o'clock or 8 and 4 o'clock for vehicles with airbags.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
   },
   {
    "question": "Before changing lanes, what should you do?",
    "answer": "Signal, check mirrors (rear-view and side), and check your blind spot by looking over your shoulder.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
   },
   {
    "question": "Who has the right-of-way when entering a rotary or roundabout?",
    "answer": "Vehicles already circulating within the rotary have the right-of-way over vehicles entering.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
   },
   {
    "question": "How long is a Massachusetts driver's license valid?",
    "answer": "Typically 5 years, expiring on your birthday.",
    "category": "Licensing"
   },
   {
    "question": "What must you do when you see or hear an emergency vehicle approaching with sirens and flashing lights?",
    "answer": "Pull over to the right side of the road as far as possible and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.",
    "category": "Sharing the Road"
   },
   {
    "question": "What are 'No Zones' for large trucks?",
    "answer": "Large blind spots around trucks where the truck driver cannot see smaller vehicles. They are located to the sides, front, and rear of the truck.",
    "category": "Sharing the Road"
   },
   {
    "question": "What extra precautions should you take when driving in fog?",
    "answer": "Reduce speed, use low-beam headlights (high beams reflect off fog), increase following distance, and be prepared to stop quickly.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
   },
   {
    "question": "What is the purpose of the Massachusetts Safe Driver Insurance Plan (SDIP)?",
    "answer": "To encourage safe driving by providing insurance credits for good driving records and surcharges for traffic violations and at-fault accidents.",
    "category": "Licensing"
   },
   {
    "question": "What does a round yellow sign with an 'X' and 'RR' indicate?",
    "answer": "Railroad crossing ahead.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
   },
   {
    "question": "What is the minimum age to obtain a Class D (passenger) driver's license in Massachusetts if you complete a driver education program?",
    "answer": "16 years and 6 months.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the primary traveling restriction for a Learner's Permit holder?",
    "answer": "Must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, has at least one year of driving experience, and is seated beside the permit holder.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does a diamond-shaped sign usually indicate?",
    "answer": "Warning of potential hazards or changes in road conditions ahead (e.g., curve, merge, slippery when wet).",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "If you miss your exit on a highway, what should you do?",
    "answer": "Proceed to the next exit. Never back up or stop on the highway.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "How do drugs other than alcohol affect driving ability?",
    "answer": "Many prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and illegal drugs can impair coordination, judgment, reaction time, and vision, making driving unsafe.",
    "category": "Alcohol and Drugs"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the penalty for failing to stop for a police officer signaled to pull over?",
    "answer": "Can result in fines, license suspension, and potentially arrest.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "When are roads most slippery during rainfall?",
    "answer": "During the first few minutes of rain, as oil and grease on the roadway mix with water.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
  },
  {
    "question": "How much space should drivers give bicyclists on the road?",
    "answer": "At least 3 feet of clearance when passing.",
    "category": "Sharing the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does it mean if your license is suspended?",
    "answer": "Your driving privilege is temporarily taken away for a specific period.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does it mean if your license is revoked?",
    "answer": "Your driving privilege is cancelled, and you must reapply for a license after the revocation period ends.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "What should you check before starting your engine?",
    "answer": "Adjust seat and mirrors, check that doors are closed, ensure parking brake is set (if applicable), and fasten seatbelt.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is 'road rage'?",
    "answer": "Aggressive or angry behavior by a driver, which can include rude gestures, verbal insults, deliberately driving unsafely, or making threats.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
  },
  {
    "question": "What tests must you pass to obtain a Massachusetts Learner's Permit?",
    "answer": "You must pass a vision screening and a written knowledge test.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "How long is a Massachusetts Learner's Permit valid?",
    "answer": "A Learner's Permit is valid for two years.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "Besides passengers and nighttime driving, what is another major restriction for Junior Operators related to mobile devices?",
    "answer": "Junior Operators are prohibited from using any mobile electronic device while driving, even for hands-free communication.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "How soon must you notify the RMV after changing your address?",
    "answer": "You must notify the RMV of an address change within 30 days.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the purpose of a vehicle's title?",
    "answer": "A title proves legal ownership of a vehicle.",
    "category": "Vehicle Requirements"
  },
  {
    "question": "Are radar detectors legal to use in private passenger vehicles in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "Yes, radar detectors are generally legal in private passenger vehicles but illegal in commercial vehicles.",
    "category": "Vehicle Requirements"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the minimum tire tread depth required in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "Tires must have at least 2/32 inches of tread depth.",
    "category": "Vehicle Requirements"
  },
  {
    "question": "What are the rules regarding window tinting in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "Front windshield and front side windows cannot be tinted; rear side and rear windows can be tinted up to 35% light transmittance.",
    "category": "Vehicle Requirements"
  },
  {
    "question": "When is it illegal to make a U-turn?",
    "answer": "U-turns are illegal near the crest of a hill, on a curve, where a 'No U-Turn' sign is posted, or anywhere you cannot be seen by other drivers within 500 feet.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "When passing another vehicle on a two-lane road, when should you return to your lane?",
    "answer": "Only after you can see the entire front of the passed vehicle in your rearview mirror.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "Is it legal to pass a vehicle that is stopped at a crosswalk to allow a pedestrian to cross?",
    "answer": "No, you must not pass a vehicle stopped at a crosswalk.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
    {
    "question": "What are the hand signals for left turn, right turn, and stopping/slowing down?",
    "answer": "Left turn: Arm straight out. Right turn: Arm bent upward at elbow. Stop/Slow: Arm bent downward at elbow.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "On multi-lane highways, which lane is generally intended for passing?",
    "answer": "The leftmost lane is generally intended for passing slower vehicles.",
    "category": "Rules of the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "What rights and responsibilities do bicyclists have on the road?",
    "answer": "Bicyclists generally have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicle drivers and must obey all traffic laws.",
    "category": "Sharing the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "What should you do when approaching a horse being ridden or led on the road?",
    "answer": "Reduce speed, pass slowly, and provide ample space. Do not sound your horn, as it might frighten the animal.",
    "category": "Sharing the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does a pedestrian with a white cane or guide dog signify?",
    "answer": "The pedestrian is blind or visually impaired. You must yield the right-of-way and stop if necessary.",
    "category": "Sharing the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "What extra precautions are needed when sharing the road with motorcycles?",
    "answer": "Allow extra following distance, check blind spots carefully (motorcycles are smaller and harder to see), and be aware they can stop quickly.",
    "category": "Sharing the Road"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does a sign showing a truck on a downward slope indicate?",
    "answer": "Hill or steep downgrade ahead. Truck drivers may need to use lower gears.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does a sign showing two arrows merging into one indicate?",
    "answer": "Merge ahead; traffic from merging lanes will be entering the roadway.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What do double solid white lines indicate?",
    "answer": "Lane changing is prohibited.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the purpose of rumble strips on the edge or center of a road?",
    "answer": "To alert drowsy or inattentive drivers through vibration and sound that they are drifting out of their lane.",
    "category": "Signs, Signals, and Markings"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the 'synergistic effect' regarding alcohol and drugs?",
    "answer": "Mixing alcohol with other drugs (even prescription or over-the-counter) can multiply the impairing effects, making driving extremely dangerous.",
    "category": "Alcohol and Drugs"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is an Ignition Interlock Device (IID)?",
    "answer": "A device installed in a vehicle that requires the driver to pass a breathalyzer test before the engine will start; often required after OUI convictions.",
    "category": "Alcohol and Drugs"
  },
  {
    "question": "What are some common driving distractions besides electronic devices?",
    "answer": "Eating, drinking, talking to passengers, adjusting radio/climate controls, grooming, reading maps, looking at scenery.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
  },
  {
    "question": "What are signs of drowsy driving?",
    "answer": "Frequent yawning, heavy eyelids, difficulty focusing, drifting from lane, missing exits, trouble remembering last few miles driven.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
  },
  {
    "question": "What adjustments should be made for night driving?",
    "answer": "Drive slower, increase following distance, use headlights correctly (dim high beams for oncoming traffic), keep windshield clean, be extra alert for pedestrians/animals.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is a 'space cushion' in defensive driving?",
    "answer": "Maintaining adequate space around your vehicle (front, sides, rear) to allow room to react to hazards.",
    "category": "Safe Driving Practices"
  },
  {
    "question": "What is the penalty for leaving the scene of an accident involving personal injury?",
    "answer": "Severe penalties including hefty fines, mandatory license revocation, and potential jail time.",
    "category": "Accidents and Emergencies"
  },
  {
    "question": "What does it mean to be a 'Habitual Traffic Offender' in Massachusetts?",
    "answer": "Accumulating a specific number of major traffic convictions or a combination of major and minor convictions within a 5-year period, resulting in a lengthy license revocation.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  },
  {
    "question": "How many points on your driving record typically result in a license suspension for non-JOL drivers?",
    "answer": "Accumulating 3 surchargeable events within 2 years, or 7 within 3 years, may trigger a mandatory license retraining course or suspension.",
    "category": "Licensing"
  }
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