Maryland CDL School Bus Practice Test (MD) 2

5 out of 5 (65 votes)
80% Passing score
20 Questions
4 Mistakes allowed
Preparing for the CDL school bus test in Maryland requires thorough understanding and practice, and our MD school bus practice test is here to help you achieve just that. This test delves deeply into all essential areas you need to master to earn your school bus endorsement. You'll find questions covering student safety, comprehensive vehicle inspections, maneuvering the bus in various traffic conditions, and adhering to traffic regulations. With a total of 20 multiple-choice questions and a requirement of at least 16 correct answers to pass, this Maryland MVA practice test is designed to ensure you're well-equipped for the real test. Maryland offers unique driving challenges, from navigating the bustling streets of Baltimore to the scenic, winding roads of Western Maryland. This Maryland learner's permit practice test prepares you for these diverse conditions, ensuring you are ready to handle any situation you might encounter on the job. The CDL school bus test is tailored specifically for the school bus endorsement, featuring only those questions you'll see on the actual test. Remember, to obtain your commercial driver's license, passing the general knowledge test is also a must. If you're looking for resources to prepare for that, we offer comprehensive general knowledge prep tests as well. Our Maryland permit practice test is not just a set of questions; it's an interactive learning tool designed to help you study more efficiently. Stuck on a tough question? Use our hints feature to guide you towards the correct answer. If you make a mistake, don't worry-detailed explanations will help you understand and learn from your errors. This way, every question becomes a learning opportunity. For those who learn better with visuals, many questions in the Maryland school bus endorsement test come with images to help you grasp the material better. These visual aids can be particularly useful, making complex scenarios easier to understand. By using our school bus endorsement practice test, you'll gain the confidence and knowledge needed to pass your test and ensure the safety of the students you'll be transporting. Maryland has high standards for school bus drivers, including regular drug and alcohol testing and mandatory training on student management and emergency evacuation procedures. This test will help you understand and meet those standards, preparing you for a successful career in school bus driving.
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Sample Maryland School Bus Test Questions

Question 1

After securing a bus for an evacuation, what should the driver do if time permits?

  1. A Close every passenger window
  2. B Collect students' personal belongings
  3. C Move the bus back to its last scheduled stop
  4. D Tell dispatch the location, conditions, and assistance needed

Correct answer: D – Tell dispatch the location, conditions, and assistance needed

If time permits, the driver should notify dispatch of the evacuation location, existing conditions, and the type of assistance needed. This step follows securing the bus and is part of the general evacuation procedure. Searching for personal property or closing windows is not the priority.

Source: Maryland Commercial Driver License Manual — § 10.3.1, “Planning for Emergencies”

Question 2

Properly adjusting the overhead inside rearview mirror removes every blind spot in and behind a school bus.

  1. A False
  2. B True

Correct answer: A – False

The overhead inside mirror is primarily used to monitor passenger activity. A blind spot remains directly behind the driver's seat, and the mirror provides only limited visibility behind some buses. Exterior side mirrors are needed to monitor traffic entering the large blind area behind the bus.

Source: Maryland Commercial Driver License Manual — § 10.1.6, “Overhead Inside Rearview Mirror”

Question 3

After placing the transmission in Park, or in Neutral when Park is unavailable, what should the driver do at a school bus stop?

  1. A Turn off the engine at every stop
  2. B Release the parking brake
  3. C Remove all pressure from the brakes
  4. D Set the parking brake

Correct answer: D – Set the parking brake

At each school bus stop, the transmission should be placed in Park or, if Park is unavailable, in Neutral. The driver should then set the parking brake. This secures the bus while students are loading or unloading.

Source: Maryland Commercial Driver License Manual — § 10.2.1, “Approaching the Stop”

Question 4

Under Maryland construction standards for a Type I school vehicle, which emergency-exit combination is expressly required?

  1. A An emergency door and at least one roof vent/emergency exit
  2. B Two roof exits with no emergency door
  3. C Four push-out side windows only
  4. D The service entrance and one ordinary passenger window

Correct answer: A – An emergency door and at least one roof vent/emergency exit

Type I construction standards require an emergency door, generally at the rear unless the engine location requires a left-side door. At least one roof vent/emergency exit is also required. Additional emergency exits may be required based on the bus's seating capacity and exit configuration.

Source: COMAR 11.19.02.32B, E — Service Doors, Emergency Windows, Doors, and Exits, 49 CFR § 571.217, S5.2.3.1 — Standard No. 217; Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release

Question 5

Properly adjusted outside flat mirrors should show which areas?

  1. A About 200 feet, or four bus lengths, behind the bus
  2. B The sides of the bus
  3. C The rear tires where they touch the ground
  4. D All of these areas

Correct answer: D – All of these areas

The outside left and right flat mirrors should show approximately 200 feet, or four bus lengths, behind the bus. They should also show the sides of the bus and the rear tires touching the ground. Drivers should check mirror adjustment before operating the bus.

Source: Maryland Commercial Driver License Manual — § 10.1.3, “Outside Left and Right Side Flat Mirrors”

Question 6

During the school bus inspection, what must be verified about the passenger entry door?

  1. A It opens automatically whenever the bus stops
  2. B It closes securely from a remote location
  3. C It can be locked securely from outside
  4. D It is undamaged, operates smoothly, and closes securely from inside

Correct answer: D – It is undamaged, operates smoothly, and closes securely from inside

The passenger entry door must not be damaged. It should operate smoothly and close securely from inside the bus. The entry steps, handrails, step lights, and any passenger lift also have separate inspection points.

Source: Maryland Commercial Driver License Manual — § 11.2, “Passenger Entry and Lift”

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