Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

What effect does driving whilst keeping proper distance from the vehicle in front has on the vehicle’s fuel consumption and wear?

It is required to keep a proper distance to prevent accidents only, and it has no effect on the vehicle’s wear or fuel consumption.

The shorter is the distance kept from the vehicle in front, the lower are both brake wear and fuel consumption.

In order to keep proper distance from the vehicle in front you are required to constantly use the brakes, and therefore it causes quick brake wear.

When proper distance is kept – brake wear and engine fuel consumption are reduced,

Category : Safety

Question:2

Traffic changes are taking place ahead, how would you prepare for these changes?

You are driving on the right lane, pay attention to the vehicles merging into your lane from the right only.

The number of lanes is decreasing; move to the left lane without interrupting the vehicles in that lane.

The number of lanes is increasing; stay on the right lane and keep to your right.

You are driving in the right lane, pay attention to the vehicles merging into your lane, from left and right.

Category : Safety

Question:3

What are the risks of driving a vehicle with a leaking engine exhaust system?

Engine over-heating.

The penetration of burnt gases to the passenger compartment, which might cause loss of consciousness.

It might harm nearby vehicles.

There is no risk in driving a vehicle with a leaking emission system.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:4

What is the meaning of the following road marking?

An area in which parking is prohibited for all vehicles.

Vehicle parking spaces – parking is permitted according to the markings only.

Parking and stopping places for two-wheelers.

Stopping places for non-motor vehicles only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:5

What is a zotobus?

A taxi that weighs 2,200 – 3,500 kg and is permitted to carry up to 10 passengers.

A big taxi weighing 6,000 kg.

A private bus on a route service.

A small public bus weighing up to 2,000 kg.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:6

While overtaking or passing by another vehicle:

It is permitted to pass the speed limit for a moment, if necessary.

You should drive precisely at the same speed as the overtaken vehicle.

It is prohibited to drive over the speed limit.

You should drive 10 k.p.h slower than the overtaken vehicle.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:7

What is an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) System?

A system that prevents the possibility of a braking system malfunction.

A system that prevents the possibility of a steering system malfunction.

A system that prevents loss of control while skidding and keeps the vehicle on course.

A system that prevents the vehicle’s wheels from locking during an emergency braking, thus maintaining the vehicle’s steering.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:8

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Crossroad ahead.

Level crossing, two tracks.

Level crossing, one track.

Road-Works site.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:9

After parking your car besides the pavement, on the right side of an urban road:

You should verify that the passenger sitting in the left back seat gets out very carefully from the car to the road.

You should verify that the maximal distance between the car and the pavement is one meter.

Before getting out of the car, you should verify that this will not disturb any road user.

If the street is not lit, you should turn on the parking lights.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

Which of the following traffic signs requires giving right of way in a roundabout?

301

307

303

121

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:11

What part of the vehicle reduces whiplash during collision?

The safety belts.

The rear bumper.

The head rests of the vehicle’s seats.

The air bags.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:12

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Two-way traffic ahead.

Entrance to a one-way street.

Pass the place that is marked with a signpost from its right.

Drive straight ahead only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:13

What is the danger caused by fueling the vehicle while its engine is running?

There is no danger in keeping the engine running during vehicle fueling.

Combustion of fuel fumes by a spark.

When the engine is kept running, fuel consumption is increased.

Engine overheating might flare-up the fuel.

Category : Safety

Question:14

Where is an ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) (Quad bike) allowed to drive?

On dirt roads and on roadways within the limits of a Moshav or Kibbutz

Only on a pavement within the limits of a Moshav or Kibbutz

On a freeway only

On on a roadway and only on an urban road.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

What is a “rigid veicle”?

A vehicle body which exceeds the size of a normal vehicle.

A vehicle body in which the driver’s compartment is separated from the trunk.

A vehicle body with a partition between the driver’s seat and the passengers.

A vehicle body in which the driver’s compartment and the trunk comprise one unit.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:16

What should you do if a vehicle suddenly approaches you while you are being overtaken by another vehicle?

Make a complete abrupt stop in the right lane.

Deviate as far as possible to the right and do not increase your speed.

Honk to warn the overtaking driver.

Drive faster to exit the danger area.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

How would you, while driving a motorcycle, evade an obstacle – such as an object that is laid on the road – that suddenly appears in front of you?

Brake before the obstacle and while on it. This way you ensure maximum braking time.

Substantially accelerate the motorcycle to maintain balance.

Brake before the obstacle and then ease-off the brakes just before it and evade it.

Drive faster and pass the obstacle without any delay.

Category : Safety

Question:18

Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of an authorized municipal inspector, even when a certain direction or signal is opposed to the traffic signs?

Yes, except in the case of a “stop” sign

No, it is not obligatory to obey

Yes, it is obligatory to obey, with full caution

Yes, except in the case of a “no-entry” sign

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

What is the statutory speed limit (in k.p.h) of a private minibus on a freeway (unless indicated otherwise by another road sign)?

110

100

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

It is prohibited to pass to the adjacent left or right lane. You must continue in your curremt lane.

Only two-wheelers are permitted to drive in this lane.

4-way intersection ahead.

Lane closed. No driving in this lane.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:21

In which vehicles are the driver and passengers required to wear seat belts?

In every vehicle that is equipped with seat belts.

In a private vehicle only.

In every vehicle with more than two wheels that drives passengers.

In a vehicle with an overall permissible weight of up to 3,500kg only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

What is the duty of a driver of a vehicle with an all up weight of more than 3,500 kg, while standing his vehicle on a inter-urban road during lighting-up time?

He must always place a warning triangle, and also place a portable light or turn on the four winkers (distress lights).

He must turn on the four winkers and the side lights.

He must place a warning triangle and turn on the right winker.

He must turn on the four winkers and place a portable light.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

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:24

How are you required to conduct yourself according to the following road signs?

It is prohibited to drive slower than the speed indicated in the sign.

Slow down and keep to the right before entering the curve.

The last road sign is the determining one; drive 90 k.p.h.

Drive normally. The placement of the road signs is unlawful.

Category : Safety

Question:25

What is the difference between the following signs?

Sign 505 indicates a stop for private buses. Sign 506 indicates a Tramway stop.

Sign 505 indicates a Tramway Stop. Sign 506 indicates a stop for Public bus transport.

Sign 505 indicates a stop for Public Transport (Buses). Sign 506 indicates a stop for a Public Tramway.

Sign 505 indicates a public transport stop on a Motorway (Freeway). Sign 506 indicates a public transport stop.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:26

What is the maximum freight height (when the freight is in one unit) permitted on a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of more than 15,000kg (without a permit from a police officer)?

3.50 meters.

4.80 meters.

4.20 meters.

3.80 meters.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

It is obligatory to fit Extremity (width) side lights:

On a 210cm-or-more wide vehicle.

Only on connected vehicles or semi-trailers.

On all commercial vehicles.

On vehicles with an all up width of 180cm or less.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:28

Which of the following road signs directs traffic to an interchange leading to a Freeway ( motorwat)

616

617

615

613

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:29

Under which conditions is it permitted to carry a passenger, besides the driver, on an ATV (quad bike)?

Unconditionally, unrestrictedly

On a quad only

When one has a permit to do so from the Licensing Authority, indicated on the vehicle’s registration documents

Provided that the driver’s minimum age is 21 years

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:30

Under which conditions is it permitted to drive in reverse

Only with the condition that the driver is guided by a person that stands behind the car and is visible to him.

Only if the vehicle is close to the sidewalk.

Provided it is necessary and that no risk, interruption or disturbance is caused to any other road-user.

Driving in reverse is absolutely forbidden.

Category : Rules and Regulations

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