Narrative Essay On Becoming A Driver's License
I just turned 16 years old. My parents both decided that it was an appropriate age to go and try to acquire my driver’s license. First, I needed to get my permit. When I did research online, I learned that I would need to take two tests. One would be on sign recognition, and the other on driving rules, regulations, and laws. I was truly nervous, and I knew that I needed to be studying dutifully.
About two months prior to the test, I started to become very sluggish. I thought to myself, “How hard can it be?” I glanced at the online manual a few times and quickly took an online pretest. I completed the test with an 80%, and this made me feel even more ready for the test. Also, my mother answered some questions, and that helped, too.
The day to take the test approached quickly. In a panic, I decided to take the same pretest over again. This time, I finished with a 70% instead. I was petrified at first. Regaining …show more content…
Driving to the DMV was less stressful. I occupied myself by reviewing the notes that I took previously. Once we arrived, I took my number and waited. I reviewed the information over and over again in my mind. I knew that any nervousness or anxiousness would make my mind go blank, so I tried to breathe and stay calm. Finally, my number was called. I was ready for my second try.
On the test, you are only allowed to answer five questions incorrectly. For the first try, I answered six incorrectly. I knew that it was necessary to be careful and do my very best. I answered the first question slowly. I also answered it wrong. My confidence immediately plummeted. I told myself to breathe, take my time, and try again.
This worked! I answered every question correctly after the first. I was so happy. I walked out of the room and told my mother. She was very proud and knew that I would pass. I felt an enormous weight lifted off my shoulders. I had my driver’s permit, and I could now practice to receive my driver’s
About two months prior to the test, I started to become very sluggish. I thought to myself, “How hard can it be?” I glanced at the online manual a few times and quickly took an online pretest. I completed the test with an 80%, and this made me feel even more ready for the test. Also, my mother answered some questions, and that helped, too.
The day to take the test approached quickly. In a panic, I decided to take the same pretest over again. This time, I finished with a 70% instead. I was petrified at first. Regaining …show more content…
Driving to the DMV was less stressful. I occupied myself by reviewing the notes that I took previously. Once we arrived, I took my number and waited. I reviewed the information over and over again in my mind. I knew that any nervousness or anxiousness would make my mind go blank, so I tried to breathe and stay calm. Finally, my number was called. I was ready for my second try.
On the test, you are only allowed to answer five questions incorrectly. For the first try, I answered six incorrectly. I knew that it was necessary to be careful and do my very best. I answered the first question slowly. I also answered it wrong. My confidence immediately plummeted. I told myself to breathe, take my time, and try again.
This worked! I answered every question correctly after the first. I was so happy. I walked out of the room and told my mother. She was very proud and knew that I would pass. I felt an enormous weight lifted off my shoulders. I had my driver’s permit, and I could now practice to receive my driver’s