I took my behind-the-wheel driving test at the Whittier DMV and passed it. So officially, I have my drivers license. It was a really great experience for me with the DMV as I learned every DMV is different in how it is operated.
After arriving there about 30 minutes before my appointment time of 3:30, the test began at about 4 PM. My dad and I waited in the drive test line for awhile. Then, a guy came out and told us we had to check in inside the DMV at window 19. So I went down and checked in and had to pay my $6 retest fee. But the guy said to pay it to the examiner. So I waited and my dad went down to wait. Then that guy told my dad that I had to pay it at window 10. So I got down and paid it. It was a bit hectic but eventually, the paperwork process was all done.
My test examiner was really chill and nice. After I pointed out where everything was (headlights, arm signals, defroster, etc.), we got started. As I was driving, we engaged in a conversation. He asked about me and what school I went to. He knows a lot about Cerritos High as he knew about the boys tennis team being very good. We talked the whole way and it made the atmosphere a lot better. I made turns really well but my only problems were backing up. I got marked off some points for backing up too slow and not in a straight line. But other than that, I was pretty much perfect. In total, I got marked off 7 points. The test examiner did not do any marking until the end when we pulled back into the parking lot. I got marked off some points for traffic check but its ok. Our route was pretty easy as there is not that much traffic around Whittier DMV. We went on teh main roads and the residential streets. That was basically the drive test.
It took me two tests to get my license. I felt it was good in me failing the first one. I learned a great deal about turning and being aware of your surroundings. Because I failed the first time, I will always check to make sure the opposing driver is making a left turn or u-turn before I turn right at intersections. No matter if the u-turn is legal or not, I will be aware.
I am really excited that I got my license. It is a big accomplishment.
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