ServSafe Alcohol Practice Test & Answers

ServSafe Alcohol Practice Test and Answers for Primary and Advanced Certification

There are two ServSafe Alcohol tests. The ServSafe Alcohol Primary and the ServSafe Alcohol Advanced. Check with your local health department or restaurant association to determine which one you need.

ServSafe Alcohol certification is not accepted in every state. Or there may be supplemental information that is different for each jurisdiction. These practice tests are based on the most common questions found in all municipalities.

ServSafe Alcohol Primary

The ServSafe Alcohol Primary exam is the easier one of the two. There are 40 questions and you must achieve a score of at least 75% in order to pass. That means that you need to correctly answer at least 30 of the questions correctly.

The ServSafe Alcohol Primary exam does not need to be taken under the supervision of a proctor. You are allowed to take it at home.

ServSafe Alcohol Advanced

The ServSafe Alcohol Advanced exam is more difficult. There are 70 questions but you are only graded on 60 of them. The remaining 10 are “pilot” questions to determine if they will be included in future exams. You need to score at least 80% in order to pass. This means that you must correctly answer at least 48 of the 60 graded questions.

The ServSafe Alcohol exam must be taken in the presence of a proctor, you are not allowed to take the test alone.

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Primary ServSafe Alcohol Test (40 Questions)

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Question 1

Which will result in a reduction of alcohol in a person’s bloodstream and help them sober up?

A	Taking a cold shower
B	Drinking coffee
C	Exercising vigorously
D	Passage of time

Question 2

How many drinks are in a 3-ounce glass of 80-proof vodka?

A	1
B	3
C	4
D	2

Question 3

Which is an acceptable form of identification?

A	School ID
B	Passport
C	Birth Certificate
D	Voter's Registration Card

Question 4

Which is true about liquor laws?

A	Municipal liquor laws can be stricter than state liquor laws.
B	Only the local liquor authority has the responsibility for monitoring and enforcing liquor laws.
C	Obtaining a liquor license is the right of every operation.
D	Violation of liquor laws will not result in an establishment losing its liquor license.

Question 5

When must you stop serving alcohol to guests?

A	When they have finished drinking their second drink
B	When their BAC is .10 or higher
C	When they do not have a designated driver
D	When they look or act intoxicated

Question 6

Which should be avoided when telling people that you have to stop service?

A	Expressing concern
B	Being firm
C	Citing company policy
D	Using “you” statements

Question 7

What should you do if a guest is intoxicated when she arrives at your establishment?

A	Serve the guest but keep a close eye on her.
B	Do not serve her any alcohol.
C	Use physical force to stop her from entering
D	Serve the guest no more than 1 alcoholic drink.

Question 8

What is the percentage of alcohol in an 80-proof bottle of vodka?

A	30%
B	20%
C	40%
D	10%

Question 9

Which is true in relation to criminal and civil liability?

A	Criminal and civil liability are the same thing.
B	Both criminal and civil liability can result in a prison sentence.
C	Criminal liability is being held responsible for committing a crime, while civil liability is being responsible for payment of damages.
D	Criminal liability applies to the employees of an establishment, while civil liability applies only to the actual owners.

Question 10

Most of the alcohol that a person drinks is absorbed into the bloodstream from which organ?

A	Small intestine
B	Stomach
C	Liver
D	Brain

Question 11

What feature is added to a minor ID in most states to indicate that it was issued to a person younger than 21?

A	A vertical format
B	A state seal
C	A magnetic strip
D	A hologram

Question 12

What is the best thing to do when liquor authorities enter your establishment?

A	Discontinue all alcohol service until the authorities leave.
B	Notify your manager.
C	Discreetly ask intoxicated guests to leave.
D	Find a coworker who will confirm to the authorities that you have not been serving minors.

Question 13

How old must a person be to purchase alcohol in most states?

A	19 years old.
B	18 years old.
C	21 years old.
D	20 years old.

Question 14

Two men of equal height drank 3 shots of 80-proof whiskey in 1 hour. One man was overweight and the other had an athletic build. Which man will have the higher BAC?

A	There is no way to determine who will have a higher BAC
B	The athletic man
C	They will have the same BAC
D	The overweight man

Question 15

What should you say to a guest when stopping service?

A	“Sorry sir, but you might hurt someone if we gave you another drink, so we can’t serve you anymore tonight.”
B	“Sorry sir, but you’re having trouble talking, so we think you’ve had enough.”
C	“Sorry sir, but I’m not able to serve you any more alcohol this evening.”
D	“Sorry sir, but you’ve had enough and I will not be able to serve you any more alcohol.”

Question 16

A guest who appeared very shy upon arrival at the establishment, is now acting very friendly and overly flirty. Which sign of intoxication is this guest exhibiting?

A	Relaxed inhibitions
B	Impaired motor coordination
C	Slowed reaction time
D	Impaired judgment

Question 17

What is the first thing you should do before stopping service to a guest?

A	Alert a backup.
B	Call the police.
C	Fill out an incident report.
D	Bring the guest a soft drink.

Question 18

What feature is often added to IDs to keep them secure?

A	Ultraviolet text and features
B	Digitally blurred photos
C	Blank backs
D	Toll-free verification hotline numbers

Question 19

What should you do if you have checked a guest’s ID and are still not sure if she is old enough to drink?

A	Ask the guest’s friend to verify her age.
B	Ask for a second valid ID.
C	Ask the guest a question only a person of their age would know.
D	Ask another server for a second opinion.

Question 20

A recipe for a margarita includes 2 ounces of 80-proof tequila, and 1 ounce of 80-proof Grand Marnier. How many standard drinks does this recipe contain?

A	1
B	2
C	4
D	3

Question 21

What is the best type of food to serve to a guest to help prevent intoxication?

A	Food high in carbohydrates
B	Salty food items
C	Food high in fat
D	Food high in sugar

Question 22

What do dram shop laws allow a person injured by an intoxicated guest to do?

A	Sue the business, but not the business owner.
B	Sue the bartender who served the intoxicated guest, but not the business owner.
C	Sue the business, but not the bartender who served the intoxicated guest.
D	Sue the bartender who served the intoxicated guest, the business, and the business owner.

Question 23

Three visibly intoxicated men order beer, and their designated driver orders a soft drink. What action must the server take?

A	Serve the party the beer and cola.
B	Inform the party that they will not be served any more alcohol.
C	Confirm that the designated driver is sober.
D	Offer the party food in addition to the drinks.

Question 24

All other factors being the same, who’s BAC would be highest after drinking a 12-ounce beer?

A	Woman, aged 60
B	Woman, aged 25
C	Man, aged 25
D	Man, aged 60

Question 25

A person who is complaining about the strength of a drink after drinking others of the same strength is demonstrating what sign of intoxication?

A	Relaxed inhibitions
B	Impaired judgment
C	Slowed reaction time
D	Impaired motor coordination

Question 26

A person who is losing their train of thought is demonstrating what sign of intoxication?

A	Impaired judgment
B	Slowed reaction time
C	Impaired motor coordination
D	Relaxed inhibitions

Question 27

The liver breaks down alcohol in the body at what rate?

A	1 drink per hour.
B	2 drinks per hour.
C	4 drinks per hour.
D	3 drinks per hour.

Question 28

Which behavior is a sign that a guest is experiencing impaired judgment?

A	Drinking faster
B	Becoming depressed
C	Becoming forgetful
D	Talking slowly

Question 29

What is one thing you should do if a fight happens?

A	Wait to see if it ends on its own.
B	Physically restrain the more aggressive person.
C	Move other guests away from the fight.
D	Physically separate the fighting parties.

Question 30

What should you do if a guest is intoxicated when he arrives at your establishment?

A	Do not serve him alcohol.
B	Serve him alcohol if he agrees to take a cab home.
C	Find out where he was drinking previously and report it to the police.
D	Physically prevent him from entering.

Question 31

How many drinks are in a 2-ounce glass of 100-proof whiskey?

A	1
B	3
C	2
D	4

Question 32

It is against the law in most states to drive with what Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)?

A	.08 or higher.
B	.03 or higher.
C	.06 or higher.
D	.05 or higher.

Question 33

What action should be taken if you see a guest pass a drink to an underage person?

A	Allow the guests to continue drinking.
B	Discreetly ask intoxicated guests to leave.
C	If the drinks were purchased by an adult, no action is required.
D	Stop service and remove the alcohol.

Question 34

Other than being intact and current, what other features must an ID have in order to be valid?

A	Birth date, photo, and magnetic stripe
B	Birth date, photo, and state seal
C	Birth date, photo, and hologram
D	Birth date, photo, and signature

Question 35

What is the purpose of an ID reader?

A	To detect cracks or dents in IDs.
B	To detect holograms on IDs.
C	To display information from bar codes or magnetic stripes.
D	To confirm ID validity.

Question 36

A guest has a birthday of January 1, 1998. In what year do they turn 21?

A	2021
B	2019
C	2020
D	2018

Question 37

A guest arrived at a bar at 12:00 p.m. By 2:00 p.m., he had consumed 4 12-ounce beers. How many drinks remain in the guest’s body at 2:00 p.m.?

A	1
B	2
C	3
D	4

Question 38

An ID with a raised photo is an example of

A	validity.
B	an ID issued to someone under the age of 21.
C	an ID issued to a non-citizen.
D	tampering.

Question 39

When is the best time to inform a guest that you have to stop alcohol service?

A	Before the person has ordered food
B	After you have arranged a safe ride home for the person
C	When the person tries to order another drink
D	As you serve the person’s last drink

Question 40

Civil penalties may include which of the following?

A	Serving prison time.
B	Fines.
C	Payment of damages.
D	Probation.

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Advanced ServSafe Alcohol Test (60 Questions)

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Question 1

If you become aware of drug activity in your establishment you should:

A	Explain the law to the guest.
B	Suggest that the involved guests leave.
C	Not stop serving nor confront guests.
D	Tell manager.

Question 2

A person who is talking or moving slowly is demonstrating what sign of intoxication?

A	Impaired judgment
B	Impaired motor coordination
C	Relaxed inhibitions
D	Slowed reaction time

Question 3

A guest has a birthday of February 5, 1999. In what year do they turn 21?

A	2018
B	2021
C	2020
D	2019

Question 4

Call police if a guest:

A	Is denied alcohol.
B	Becomes intoxicated.
C	Complains about being refused alcohol.
D	Exhibits threatening or abusive behavior

Question 5

Alcohol is a?

A	Stimulant
B	Blood sugar stabilizer
C	Depressant
D	Warming agent

Question 6

In many states, it is illegal for operations to

A	Refuse service to guests over the age of 21.
B	Serve alcohol to a pregnant guest.
C	Ask guests to produce a second form of ID.
D	Allow drinking games such as pong and quarters.

Question 7

When a person drinks alcohol, which organ absorbs most of the alcohol into the bloodstream?

A	Liver
B	Mouth and throat
C	Small intestine
D	Stomach

Question 8

The manager should be informed when:

A	Party arrives with a minor.
B	A party arrives with a designated driver.
C	Guest switches to soda.
D	Guest is being cut off alcohol.

Question 9

Which behavior is a sign that a guest is experiencing impaired motor coordination?

A	Spilling drinks
B	Being overly-friendly
C	Making rude comments
D	Becoming quiet

Question 10

If you fail to exercise reasonable care to an intoxicated person that results in a person being injured it is called:

A	Compliance
B	Constructive knowledge
C	Negligence
D	Actual knowledge

Question 11

What must you always do when checking an ID with an ID reader?

A	Simply swipe or scan the ID.
B	Scratch the magnetic stripe or bar code to ensure it is real.
C	Compare the readout with the information on the ID.
D	Ask the guest to verify the readout on the display.

Question 12

When a guests face becomes red after having a few drinks the cause is?

A	Increased heart rate.
B	Impaired motor skills.
C	Slowed reactions.
D	Loss of body heat.

Question 13

A guest who appeared very shy upon arrival at the establishment is now being loud and using foul language. Which sign of intoxication is this guest exhibiting?

A	Impaired motor coordination
B	Slowed reaction time
C	Relaxed inhibitions
D	Impaired judgment

Question 14

What must an ID contain in order to be valid?

A	Social security number
B	Signature
C	Hologram
D	State seal

Question 15

A guest requests a rum and cola made with 1.5 ounces of 100-proof rum. How many standards drinks does this contain?

A	1
B	1.5
C	2.5
D	2

Question 16

When should you write an incident report?

A	At the end of your shift.
B	If a criminal charge is filed.
C	Immediately after the incident.
D	One day after an incident occurs.

Question 17

In most states, how old must you be to purchase alcohol?

A	20
B	19
C	21
D	18

Question 18

If a man and a woman drank 4 12-ounce beers in an hour, which one will, most likely, have the higher BAC?

A	They will have the same BAC.
B	The man.
C	The woman.
D	There is no way to determine who will have a higher BAC.

Question 19

What is BAC?

A	Percentage of alcohol broken down by the liver.
B	Percentage of alcohol in the small intestine.
C	Percentage of alcohol in the bloodstream.
D	Percentage of alcohol in the brain.

Question 20

What percentage of alcohol is passed through the small intestine into the bloodstream?

A	20%
B	80%
C	50%
D	8%

Question 21

Third-party liability results if a server:

A	Doesn’t prevent a guest from driving away and someone is injured.
B	Serves alcohol to an intoxicated guest.
C	Is injured on the job.
D	Serves alcohol to a minor.

Question 22

Criminal violations of alcohol-related law may result in what?

A	Civil liability
B	Jail time
C	Dram shop
D	Payment of damages

Question 23

Liquor licenses are issued and monitored by the

A	Local chamber of commerce.
B	Liquor authority.
C	Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).
D	Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF).

Question 24

No state law forbids a pregnant woman to consume alcohol, but some states require you to:

A	Establish their own policies regarding serving pregnant guests.
B	Pass out written warnings to pregnant guests.
C	Verbally warn pregnant guest of effects of alcohol on fetus.
D	Post a visible sign that warns guests of alcohol’s effects on the fetus.

Question 25

Which contains the most alcohol?

A	1 oz of 100 proof liquor.
B	32 oz bottle of beer.
C	8 oz glass of wine.
D	Mixed drink with 1 1/4 oz 80 proof liquor.

Question 26

What does civil liability mean for sellers or servers of alcohol?

A	They can be fined for failing to pass a compliance check.
B	They can be held responsible for committing a crime.
C	They can be fined for violating the establishment’s liquor license.
D	They can be sued and forced to pay damages for injuries.

Question 27

What should you do if a guest is intoxicated when he arrives at your establishment?

A	Serve the guest no more than 1 alcoholic drink.
B	Take his car keys.
C	Use physical force to stop him from entering.
D	Make sure he gets home safely.

Question 28

What is the best type of food for preventing intoxication?

A	Food high in salt.
B	Food high in sugar.
C	Food high in carbohydrates.
D	Food high in fat.

Question 29

A person who switches to larger or stronger drinks is demonstrating what sign of intoxication?

A	Relaxed inhibitions
B	Impaired motor coordination
C	Slowed reaction time
D	Impaired judgment

Question 30

Most of the alcohol a person consumes is metabolized by the:

A	Kidneys
B	Capillaries
C	Small intestine
D	Liver

Question 31

Two guests who were happy upon arriving at your establishment are now beginning to argue. You don’t sense any immediate danger to you or other guests. What should you do?

A	Notify your manager to determine what to do.
B	Step between the 2 guests to stop the argument.
C	Call the police.
D	Let the situation resolve itself.

Question 32

Once you have stopped service to a guest, what is the next step?

A	Alert a backup.
B	Offer food and nonalcoholic beverages.
C	Ask the guest to leave the establishment as soon as possible.
D	Complete an incident report.

Question 33

What should you do before stopping service to a guest?

A	Remove any alcohol from in front of the guest.
B	Complete an incident report.
C	Alert a backup.
D	Isolate the guest from other customers.

Question 34

If a guest makes irrational or argumentative statements and starts buying drinks for strangers is exhibiting?

A	Slowed reaction time.
B	Relaxed inhibitions.
C	Impaired motor coordination.
D	Impaired judgment.

Question 35

If a guest arrives at your establishment already intoxicated, you refuse service, and they agree to take a cab, what is the final step?

A	Call the police.
B	Call the guests family.
C	Inform the server on the next shift.
D	Fill out an incident report.

Question 36

What step should be taken after stopping service?

A	Demand that the guest leave immediately.
B	Inform coworkers that service has been stopped for the individual.
C	Remind the guest that they are drunk and you had to stop service.
D	Resume serving if the guest appears to calm down.

Question 37

If you are not certain that an ID is valid, what should you do?

A	Serve the guest a weaker version of the drink ordered.
B	Question the guest until he gives up and leaves.
C	Call the local police.
D	Ask the guest for a second valid ID.

Question 38

Who will have a higher BAC, a guest who is drinking a 2-ounce martini, or a guest drinking a 12-ounce beer?

A	Both guests will have the same BAC.
B	There is no way to know whose BAC will be higher.
C	The guest drinking the martini.
D	The guest drinking the beer.

Question 39

How many drinks are in a 60-ounce pitcher of beer?

A	2 drinks
B	4 drinks
C	3 drinks
D	5 drinks

Question 40

When stopping service, which statement should be avoided?

A	“Our company policy doesn’t allow me to serve you any more alcohol.”
B	“It’s against the law for me to serve you any more alcohol.”
C	“You’re drunk and you’ve had enough.”
D	“I want to make sure you get home safely.”

Question 41

Which of these will result in a reduction of alcohol in a person’s bloodstream?

A	Consuming energy drinks
B	Vomiting
C	Passage of time
D	Taking vitamins

Question 42

John drank 6 12-ounce beers from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. How many drinks still remain in his bloodstream?

A	2
B	4
C	1
D	3

Question 43

How much pure alcohol is contained in each of the following: a 12 oz beer, 4 oz wine, 1 ¼ oz 80 proof alcohol or 1 oz 100 proof alcohol?

A	1/2 oz pure alcohol.
B	3/4 oz pure alcohol.
C	1/4 oz pure alcohol.
D	1 oz pure alcohol.

Question 44

Which is an example of a criminal violation?

A	Serving alcohol to a regular.
B	Serving alcohol to a pregnant woman.
C	Serving alcohol to a guest who appears to be intoxicated.
D	Serving alcohol to a guest who is taking medication.

Question 45

An ID that has expired is no longer

A	Valid
B	Voided
C	Accurate
D	Genuine

Question 46

A guest shows you an ID with a blank back. What does this tell you about the ID?

A	The ID is expired.
B	The ID is from a U.S. overseas territory.
C	The ID was issued to someone under 21 years of age.
D	The ID is fake.

Question 47

When would you need to fill out an incident report?

A	When a guest becomes intoxicated.
B	A minor is seated with adults who are not drinking.
C	A taxi was called for an intoxicated person.
D	A guest is not appropriately dressed.

Question 48

What is true when serving a group of guests with a designated driver?

A	You can continue service even if the guests are intoxicated.
B	You are not responsible for the guests if they agree not to drive.
C	You are not responsible for the guests because they have a designated driver.
D	You cannot serve the guests to the point of intoxication.

Question 49

When you first decide to shut a guest off you should first:

A	Serve the guest one last drink.
B	Fill out an incident report.
C	Alert the other guests at the table.
D	Alert a manager and find a backup.

Question 50

If you work in a large arena you must:

A	Count drinks and be aware of intoxicated guests.
B	Serve drinks in oversized cups.
C	Allow spectators to "BYOB".
D	Stop serving alcohol ¾ of way through game.

Question 51

What should you do if guests insist on driving after service has been stopped?

A	Call the police.
B	Let them go because there is nothing more you can do.
C	Take their car keys.
D	Use physical force to stop them.

Question 52

What does the use of a vertical format on an ID indicate?

A	The ID was issued to a non-state resident.
B	The ID is not genuine or valid.
C	The ID was issued to someone under 21.
D	The ID was issued to someone who requires corrective lenses.

Question 53

A person who is swaying or staggering when walking is demonstrating what sign of intoxication?

A	Impaired motor coordination
B	Relaxed inhibitions
C	Impaired judgment
D	Slowed reaction time

Question 54

Who can be sued in a dram shop case?

A	The business owner
B	The business, business owner, and employees
C	The employees of the business
D	The business

Question 55

Which drinks contain the same amount of alcohol?

A	4 ounces of wine; 16 ounces of beer; 1¼ ounces of 80-proof liquor; ½ ounce of 100-proof liquor.
B	5 ounces of wine; 12 ounces of beer; 1½ ounces of 80-proof liquor; 1 ounce of 100-proof liquor.
C	6 ounces of wine; 12 ounces of beer; 1¼ ounces of 80-proof liquor; 2 ounces of 100-proof liquor.
D	3 ounces of wine; 10 ounces of beer; 1 ounce of 80-proof liquor; 1¼ ounces of 100-proof liquor.

Question 56

Four drinks are metabolized in about:

A	2 hours
B	4 hours
C	1 hour
D	3 hours

Question 57

When should an employee begin assessing guests for signs of intoxication?

A	Any time a guest has consumed more than 1 drink per hour.
B	When a guest first arrives at the establishment.
C	After a guest orders his or her second drink.
D	When a guest prepares to leave the establishment.

Question 58

What should you do to verify that an ID belongs to a guest?

A	Compare the guest to the physical characteristics on the ID.
B	Compare the ID to an ID listed in an ID-checking guide.
C	Compare the ID to confiscated fake IDs.
D	Compare the guest to someone of the same approximate age.

Question 59

Which food is mostly likely to slow the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream?

A	Cheese sticks
B	Wheat bread
C	Unsalted pretzels
D	Garden salad

Question 60

In many states, if a person drives from your establishment and injures someone, you could be held liable under:

A	Dram shop laws.
B	Local last call ordinances.
C	DWI convictions.
D	The traffic light system.

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