Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

What is the correct way to check the road when starting to drive and merging with traffic?

Glance in the mirrors and turn our head in the direction to which we intend to drive.

Look as far as possible ahead.

Glance at the rear view mirror and make sure that there are no vehicles behind us.

Plan our merging with vehicle traffic near us.

Category : Safety

Question:2

What is the meaning of the light appearing in the following traffic light?

Stop – dont continue driving for as long as the red light is on.

You may continue driving after verifying that the intersection is clear.

Continue driving: Green light will appear shortly.

Drive faster before the intersection with the traffic lights, in order to cross it before the light changes.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:3

During “light time”, when are you permitted to use the vehicle’s high beam?

Only on a freeway.

On a non-urban road, when driving within a row of vehicles.

On an urban road with street lights and on a non-urban road.

On an inter-urban roadway, when allowed by traffic conditions and there is no vehicle ahead of you.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:4

Is a taxi driver required to help a passenger to load or unload his luggage on or off the taxi?

Yes, if needed.

Only on rides from Ben Gurion Airport.

Absolutely not.

Only if the passenger pays for the loading and unloading service.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:5

Is it obligatory to install wastebaskets in a private passenger car?

Yes, it is obligatory to install a wastebasket type that was approved by the Licensing Authority.

Yes, it is obligatory in a commercial vehicle only.

No, it is obligatory in a public vehicle only.

There is no such obligation.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:6

What should you do when facing a structure, post or closed area, while driving on a one-way roadway?

On an urban road - from either its right or left side; on a highway – always from its right side.

You should pass the place from its left side

You should pass the place from its right side only

You are permitted to pass the place from either its right or left side, unless otherwise marked

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:7

Which of the following vehicles is allowed to drive against traffic on a one-way road?

Only security vehicles

Only private vehicles

Only vehicles with at least four passengers

Only bicycles and motorcycles

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:8

What is the meaning of the signs?

Directional, above the lanes before an interchange on an Inter –urban road or a Motorway (Freeway).

Directional, to a central area or town.

Directional, to lanes before a junction, and positioned on the left.

Directional to lanes before a junction and placed on the right.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:9

What is the function of the tractor’s middle lift arm (“the third point”)?

To prevent vertical freedom of movement of the arms and of the tool.

To secure the harnessed tool with special security chains.

To prevent sideways freedom of movement of the arms and to prevent the tractor turning.

To lift the tool a few times to maximum height in order to ensure that the tool is properly harnessed.

Category : Safety

Question:10

What is the legal definition of a "-trailer"?

A motorized trailer with a frontal part that rests on a towing vehicle.

A motor vehicle that is designed to be towed by another vehicle.

A trailer that has its front part resting on the support surface behind a cab.

A trailer that has its rear part supported by a cab.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

The “Overall height” of a vehicle is measured:

From the floor of the box until the highest point of the truck.

From the road’s surface until the vehicle’s highest point (including all its fixtures, and when it is loaded)..

From the road’s surface until the vehicle’s highest point (including all its fixtures, and when it is not loaded).

From the road’s surface until the roof of the drivers compartment.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

A “new driver” aged less than 21 years (or has not completed two years from the date of receiving a "new driver" license) cannot transport in a vehicle:

More than three passengers, besides himself, unless an escort sits beside him.

More than one person, besides himself.

More than four passengers, besides himself, unless an escort sits beside him.

More than two passengers, besides himself, unless an escort sits beside him in the front seat.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:13

What is a “speed retarder”?

An electric or hydraulic mechanism, independent of the vehicle’s braking system, which decelerates the vehicle when operated.

An electronic system which automatically operates the brakes while driving on a steep decent, thus preventing brake overheating and brake loss.

A system installed in the vehicle that assists in emergency braking and stops the vehicle on the spot.

An electric mechanism installed in the braking system that shuts-off the engine and helps the vehicle to maintain constant speed on all roads.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

What are the vehicles “emergency lights”?

The simultaneous flashing of all the vehicle’s indicators.

Warning light placed on the vehicle’s roof.

Warning triangle with lights on it.

Additional brake light at the height of the window.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:15

When approaching a narrow bridge, you are required to:

Slow down while approaching and crossing the bridge.

Always cross the bridge at maximum speed to clear the road for vehicles coming from the opposite direction.

Always stop before the bridge, for safety reasons, and then cross it quickly.

Accelerate when you approach the bridge only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:16

Is a taxi with passengers permitted to use a designated bus lane?

Dotted lines mark the approach of a separation line. The driver should move to the right lane before the beginning of the separation line.

Yes, but only during traffic rush hour, from 06:00 until 09:00.

No.

Yes.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:17

What is a reasonable vehicle speed?

On paved roads – 80KpH; on dirt roads – 40KpH.

The maximum speed the vehicle can reach under the existing circumstances.

A reasonable speed which, considering all the road conditions, and road signs allows the driver to control the vehicle

Any speed, as long as the driver fully controls the vehicle.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

When is a bus prohibited from crossing a railroad?

When there is a “level crossing” warning sign.

When there is no asphalt or cement road that leads to the level crossing, at a distance of at least 20 meters before the nearest track.

When a “stop” sign is placed before the tracks.

When a “right of way” sign is placed before the tracks.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

What reason justifies an unexpected pull from the roadway into the “hard shoulder”?

Sudden appearance of an undesirable element in the driving lane.

When another vehicle stops in the opposite lane without giving an appropriate signal.

Ringing of the vehicles cellular phone.

Technical malfunction in the vehicle’s air conditioning system.

Category : Safety

Question:20

Is it permitted to transport cargo in a private vehicle?

Yes, inside the vehicle, in the trunk(boot) or on the roof-rack..

It is absolutely forbidden.

Yes, provided that the weight of the cargo is no more than 1,000 kg.

Yes, only on the rooftop cargo carrier.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

Until where do the following road signs remain valid?

Until the nearest traffic light, provided that the light is green.

Until the nearest bus station.

The validity of the sign expires when approaching a densely populated area.

Until the nearest junction or until another “speed limit” or “end of speed limit” sign is placed.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:22

A taxi driver that is obliged to wear eyeglasses or any other optical instrument:

Must hold an extra pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses at the taxi station.

Must ensure that he carries on him a pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses while driving during the night.

Must ensure that he carries on him a pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses while driving during the day.

Must carry with him an extra pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses while driving.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

What is a driver required to do when he feels tired during night-driving?

Search for a safe place to rest and take a light nap where he doesn’t disturb traffic.

Listen to the radio, but avoid relaxing music.

Open the window next to him, to allow air flow in.

Eat a heavy meal and avoid drinking.

Category : Safety

Question:24

What is the maximum cargo height, from the road’s surface, that is allowed to be transported in a vehicle of an overall permissible weight of 8000kg – 15,000kg?

Four meters.

4.80 meters.

There is no height limit.

Three meters.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:25

Is it permitted to use any means of visual display, which can be viewed by the driver, other than the vehicle’s G.P.S control and navigation display?

Yes, to relax the driver and passengers.

Yes, provided that the driver wears safety goggles.

It is prohibited for as long as the vehicle is moving..

It is prohibited, even if the vehicle is parked.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:26

Which of the following vehicles must be equipped with a reverse-drive buzzer?

All commercial vehicles must be equipped with this buzzer.

Vehicles with an all up weight of 12,000 kg or less.

Vehicles with an all up weight of more than 4,000 kg.

Commercial vehicles and work vehicles with an all up weight of more than 15,000 kg, tractors and buses.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

It is permitted to make a left U-turn:

Only from the farthest left lane in which you are permitted to drive.

From a left-turn lane or from any other lane which doesn’t have a prohibiting sign.

From every lane that is marked with left or right-turn arrows.

From a left-turn lane only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:28

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Freeway without interchanges.

Entrance to a freeway.

Diagonal merging with a freeway.

End of freeway (Motorway)

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:29

Under which conditions is it advised to turn on the lights during the day?

When the sun is behind the driver.

When the sun is in front of the driver.

When the sun is to the left of the direction of driving.

When the sun is to the right of the direction of driving.

Category : Safety

Question:30

Is it permitted to park a vehicle within an intersection?

It is permitted to park two-wheelers only.

Yes, in an intersection of two lanes or more.

No, unless parking is permitted by a traffic sign.

It is permitted for no more than 5 minutes.

Category : Rules and Regulations

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