Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Who is a “road user”?

A person who uses the road for standing or running only

A person who uses the road for riding a motor vehicle only

A person who uses the road for bicycle riding only

A person who uses the road for driving, traveling, riding, walking, standing or any other purpose

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

Explain the term “independent brake”:

A device which causes the braking system to operate each wheel independently.

It is a device operated by the driver during continuous and steep descents.

A device within the braking system that brakes each wheel independently when the vehicle is slipping.

A spring loaded device that operates the braking system independently, and that starts operating when the air pressure in the braking system drops below its required level.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

When is a driver of a motor vehicle required to dip the vehicle’s lights?

When driving behind another vehicle and his high beam hits the rear part of the vehicle in front.

When the vehicle’s “fog light” is also turned-on.

Only while driving inside a tunnel.

When driving behind another vehicle and his “fog light” and “high beam” are turned-on at the same time.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:4

Which traffic sign that is placed before an intersection requires drivers to give right-of-way?

301

504

308

310

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:5

What are you required to do when the following road sign is placed?

Whoever drives straight shall continue driving and make sure that vehicles approaching the straight roadway give him right-of-way.

Always stop before the intersection and give right-of-way to vehicles which come from the right and intend to turn left.

Give right-of-way according to the accepted right-of-way rules and to the traffic signs that are placed at the junction.

Slow down and give right-of-way to vehicles approaching the intersection from your front.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:6

What would you do to achieve safe driving down a continuous steep slope?

Use the engine’s braking power by shifting to a lower gear and make only partial use of the brakes

It is not recommended to drive in a sharp descent for a long time.

You should rely solely on the engine’s braking power.

You should step on the brake pedal firmly and continuously to maintain the desirable speed.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:7

What does the Carrier Service Law determine?

Freight transportation arrangements to and from the port.

The law determines the all up weight of transportation vehicles.

The law determines maximum tariffs for ground transportation.

The law states that transport services by a commercial vehicle with an all up weight exceeding 10,000 kg shall not be provided without a "carrier license".

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:8

When a driver’s blood alcohol concentration exceeds lawful levels, will he be regarded as a drunk driver?

No, the term “drunk” was not defined by the law.

No, only someone behaving as a drunkard shall be regarded as a drunk driver.

Yes, he will be regarded as a drunk driver even if he has not committed any other violation.

No, a person who is not affected by a small quantity of alcohol shall not be regarded as a drunk driver, regardless of the amount of alcohol.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

The following illustration shows a wide road. Which number in it marks a road?

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

When is it permitted to park on the left side of the road?

In any urban road.

In any one-way road.

In any road, provided that the deviation to the left is performed carefully.

Only in a one-way roadway which is not part of a road that has a separation area.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

When is a driver obliged to signal?

When he approaches a level crossing with a barrier.

When he intends to change his driving lane.

When he arrives to a long uphill drive.

When he arrives to a steep descent.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

Are Bicycles permitted to enter a road when the following traffic sign is placed?

Yes.

Yes, entry is prohibited for public vehicles only.

No.

Yes, entry is prohibited for commercial vehicles only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:13

The following illustration shows an intersection with traffic signs. What is the correct manner of making a turn from street A to street B?

From lane 2 to lane 4.

From lane 2 to lane 3 or to lane 4.

From lane 1 to lane 4.

From lane 1 to lane 3 or to lane 4.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

What is the consequence of tyre pressure that is too low?

Low tire air pressure has no effect on driving.

Increased driving noise.

Increased fuel consumption and air pollution.

Easy-to-turn steering wheel.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:15

Where should vehicles drive in a road divided by a Central divider?

In case of a three-lane roadway – on the left lane

In case of a two-way roadway – on the roadway’s left side

On the right of the Central divider - unless otherwise marked

On the left of the Central Divider.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:16

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Begining of traffic restriction zone.

The minimum permitted speed is 30 k.p.h.

Beginning of 30 k.p.h zone.

The maximum permitted speed is 30 k.p.h.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:17

What is instructed by the following traffic signs?

Weight restriction – 60 tons.

Special speed limit: It is prohibited to drive faster that the speed limit that is indicated on the sign (in k.p.h).

Special speed: It is prohibited to drive faster than the speed that is indicated in the sign under foggy or hazy conditions.

It is prohibited to drive faster than 60 k.p.h during the night. During the day, however, it is permitted.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:18

Can a driver refuse to undergo a Breathalyzer test after being requested to do so by a policeman?

Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because the policeman represents the health care system and not the law.

A driver is forbidden to refuse a policeman’s request to undergo a “breath test” or to give a blood/urine/saliva sample for testing.

Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because the test contradicts the Basic Law: Human Dignity and Liberty.

Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because of the Protection of Privacy Law.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

A bus lane may also be used by vehicles of:

Holders of a handicap tag issued by the vehicle’s manufacturer.

Handicapped people, even when they are not inside the vehicle.

Paraplegic (wheel chair) tag holders.

Any handicapped person having a regular handicap tag.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

The vehicle’s braking distance is the distance covered by the vehicle:

From the moment of identifying the risk until the vehicle starts to brake.

From the moment the driver identifies the risk ahead until the vehicle makes a complete stop.

From the moment the driver identifies the risk ahead until he starts stepping on the brake pedal.

From the moment the driver steps on the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a complete stop.

Category : Safety

Question:21

What is the purpose of the “hard shoulder” on freeways?

It is an escape place in case of danger.

It is a place to stop and talk on the cellular phone,

It is a place for parking and stopping for the purpose of driver refreshment.

It is a lane used for overtaking restricted vehicles, which illegally drive in the right lane

Category : Safety

Question:22

How can a correct grip of the steering wheel help to control the vehicle and to keep it stable?

The way you grip the wheel is only important in sharp turns and curves, when the vehicle moves in high speed.

Correct wheel grip is only important in big and heavy vehicles such as trucks and buses.

In a new-model vehicle, the way we hold the steering wheel is important while driving in sharp curves.

A correct grip of the steering wheel allows precise turning of the wheel, thus allowing control at all times.

Category : Safety

Question:23

How should one refer to a pedestrian crossing that is divided by a traffic island?

The pedestrian crossing should be considered as two separate crossings only when a garden separates between them.

A pedestrian crossing that is divided by a separation area in regarded as one long crossing.

There is no difference between a divided and a non-divided pedestrian crossing. They are both regarded as one crossing.

A pedestrian crossing that is divided by a traffic island shall be regarded as two separate pedestrian crossings.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

What is the meaning of the following road marking (where there is a lay-by and curbstones)?

A parking space for two-wheelers.

Stopping is permitted for certain types of vehicles, as indicated in the signpost in place.

Stopping in the marked area is permitted for all types of vehicles.

A place where stopping is permitted for non-motor vehicles only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:25

When a rear camera is installed in a vehicle:

It displays the dead spots behind the vehicle.

It displays the dead spots around the vehicle.

It displays the dead spots in the vehicle’s front side.

It displays the dead spots behind the vehicle, while driving forward only.

Category : Safety

Question:26

How are you required to conduct yourself according to the occurrence that is depicted in the following picture?

The fruits on the road are of no significance to you.

The vehicle might slip while braking, as a result of the fruits on the road, only when the roadway is wet from rain; hence, you don’t need to slow down.

The fruits on the roadway cannot cause the vehicle to lose its grip of the roadway; hence, you don’t need to slow down.

Slow down and drive carefully. The road’s conditions, e.g. the fruits on the road, prevent a good grip on the road.

Category : Safety

Question:27

Is it permitted to make a right U-turn where the following road sign is placed?

No.

Yes, when no other sign is placed to prohibit it.

It is permitted, even when a “no U-turn” sign is placed.

Yes, in daylight only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:28

When we want to verify that the vehicle’s tire air pressure is correct:

We should take the vehicle to a licensed garage, which is the only place allowed to check tire air pressure.

We check the air pressure with a tire pressure gauge.

It is enough to just look at the tires.

We should take the vehicle to a licensed tire repairman, which is the only one allowed to check tire air pressure.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:29

What should you check when purchasing a new tire for your vehicle?

Only that the air pressure of the new tire is identical to that of the old tire.

Only that the size of the new tire is identical to that of the old tire.

Only that the shape of the tire’s sole (the tire’s surface) is identical to that of the old tire.

The tire’s manufacture date, to ensure it is not too old (over 6 years).

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:30

Where in the vehicle should the fluorescent vest be kept (except for motor-cycles)?

In the driver compartment.

Next to the spare (reserve) wheel.

In the vehicle’s trunk.

In the vehicle’s engine.

Category : Rules and Regulations

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