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

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

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

Question 2

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

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

Question 3

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

Question 4

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 motor coordination
C	Impaired judgment
D	Slowed reaction time

Question 5

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

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

Question 6

Which is true about liquor laws?

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

Question 7

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

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

Question 8

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

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

Question 9

Which is an acceptable form of identification?

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

Question 10

What is the purpose of an ID reader?

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

Question 11

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 12

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

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

Question 13

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

A	3
B	4
C	2
D	1

Question 14

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

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

Question 15

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

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

Question 16

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

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

Question 17

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

A	4
B	1
C	3
D	2

Question 18

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	4
B	1
C	2
D	3

Question 19

An ID with a raised photo is an example of

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

Question 20

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

Question 21

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

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

Question 22

Civil penalties may include which of the following?

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

Question 23

Which is true in relation to criminal and civil liability?

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

Question 24

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

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

Question 25

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	Passage of time
D	Exercising vigorously

Question 26

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

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

Question 27

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

Question 28

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

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

Question 29

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

Question 30

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 you’ve had enough and I will not be able to serve you any more alcohol.”
D	“Sorry sir, but I’m not able to serve you any more alcohol this evening.”

Question 31

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

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

Question 32

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

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

Question 33

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

A	2019
B	2021
C	2018
D	2020

Question 34

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	4
B	1
C	3
D	2

Question 35

When must you stop serving alcohol to guests?

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

Question 36

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

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

Question 37

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

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

Question 38

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

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

Question 39

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

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

Question 40

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

A	Stomach
B	Small intestine
C	Liver
D	Brain

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Advanced ServSafe Alcohol Test (60 Questions)

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Question 1

Which drinks contain the same amount of alcohol?

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

Question 2

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

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

Question 3

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

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

Question 4

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.

Question 5

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	Actual knowledge
D	Negligence

Question 6

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

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

Question 7

Which contains the most alcohol?

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

Question 8

An ID that has expired is no longer

A	Voided
B	Accurate
C	Valid
D	Genuine

Question 9

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

Question 10

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

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

Question 11

Who can be sued in a dram shop case?

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

Question 12

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

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

Question 13

When should you write an incident report?

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

Question 14

Which is an example of a criminal violation?

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

Question 15

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

A	Liver
B	Kidneys
C	Capillaries
D	Small intestine

Question 16

Liquor licenses are issued and monitored by the

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

Question 17

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

A	18
B	20
C	19
D	21

Question 18

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

A	Small intestine
B	Liver
C	Stomach
D	Mouth and throat

Question 19

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
D	2.5

Question 20

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 21

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

Question 22

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

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

Question 23

Third-party liability results if a server:

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

Question 24

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

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

Question 25

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

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

Question 26

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

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

Question 27

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

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

Question 28

Four drinks are metabolized in about:

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

Question 29

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

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

Question 30

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 31

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

Question 32

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

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

Question 33

When stopping service, which statement should be avoided?

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

Question 34

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

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

Question 35

What must an ID contain in order to be valid?

A	State seal
B	Social security number
C	Signature
D	Hologram

Question 36

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

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

Question 37

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

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

Question 38

If you work in a large arena you must:

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

Question 39

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

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

Question 40

What should you do before stopping service to a guest?

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

Question 41

What is the best type of food for preventing intoxication?

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

Question 42

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

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

Question 43

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

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

Question 44

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

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

Question 45

In many states, it is illegal for operations to

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

Question 46

The manager should be informed when:

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

Question 47

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

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

Question 48

What is BAC?

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

Question 49

What step should be taken after stopping service?

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

Question 50

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

A	2018
B	2019
C	2020
D	2021

Question 51

Alcohol is a?

A	Blood sugar stabilizer
B	Warming agent
C	Stimulant
D	Depressant

Question 52

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

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

Question 53

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

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

Question 54

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

Question 55

Call police if a guest:

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

Question 56

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

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

Question 57

When would you need to fill out an incident report?

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

Question 58

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

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

Question 59

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

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

Question 60

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

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

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