Sam was excited and nervous. In two weeks, he would take his driving test. He had been looking forward to this moment for years, and now it was finally here. He knew he needed to prepare well. Sam started by studying the driver's manual, learning about traffic signs, road rules, and safety guidelines. He tested himself on his knowledge, ticking off each topic once he felt confident in it. Fun Fact: Did you know that New Jersey is the only state where it's illegal to pump your own gas? Now, that's a law Sam wouldn't have to worry about in his hometown of Chicago! Next, Sam practiced actual driving under the supervision of his dad. They started in a quiet parking lot before progressing to city streets. Sam felt a thrill every time he got behind the wheel. Fun Fact: According to a study, it takes an average of 45 hours of practice to pass a driving test. That's equivalent to a full work week! As the day of the test approached, Sam felt a mix of anticipation and nerves. He did a final review of the manual, practiced parallel parking, and tested himself again. Finally, the big day arrived. Sam took a deep breath, got behind the wheel, and began. He reminded himself of all his practice and knew he could do it.