Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Is it obligatory to wear safety belts in a utility vehicle?

Yes, it is obligatory on freeways only, for both the driver and the passengers

Yes, it is obligatory on any type of road, for both the driver and all the passengers

Yes, but it is only obligatory on dirt roads, for both the driver and the passengers

No, it is not obligatory to wear safety belts

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

What might happen as a result of brake over- heating?

The engine will overheat.

The vehicle will lose its steering properties.

The tires will heat and wear-out more.

The brakes efficiency is significantly reduced.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:3

What are the specific risks and problems in crossing intersections?

Many and various contact points between the different types of vehicle through the intersection.

Crossing the intersections takes a long time; an upsetting fact for drivers.

The fact that vehicles approach the intersection from different directions causes no problem. The problem is only with pedestrians.

Specific risks and problems are present only in intersections with traffic lights.

Category : Safety

Question:4

Which traffic sign should be placed following traffic sign 135 shown in the picture?

901

306

413

226

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:5

When you exit a dirt road on to a paved road.

There is no obligation to give right of way. It depends on the good will of the driver exiting the dirt road.

Give right of way to vehicle traffic on the roadway only when it is a two-way roadway.

Give right of way to vehicles coming from your right side only and then drive. Incoming traffic from your left side should yield.

Give right of way to vehicle traffic on the paved road from all directions.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:6

When would the following vehicles be able to continue driving?

Only when the barrier is completely opened and a green light is shown by the traffic light.

You should only refer to the barrier and not to the traffic light.

When the light in the traffic light changes to a steady yellow.

Immediately as the barrier starts to open and a flickering red light is shown by the traffic light.

Category : Safety

Question:7

How would you (vehicle no. 3) conduct yourself in the following intersection?

Give right of way to the motorcycle only (2).

Give right of way to the motorcyclist (2) and to the yellow bus (1).

Give right of way to the yellow bus only (1).

Drive forward carefully. The other drivers (of vehicles 1 and 2) must yield.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:8

Under which conditions is a vehicle allowed to deviate from its line of driving?

Provided that no risk or disturbance is caused to any passerby.

It is allowed to deviate only in a roadway which is free of traffic.

In slow speed and by deviating sharply.

It is absolutely prohibited to deviate from the driving lane.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

How will you recognize brakes overheating?

Irregular shaking of the vehicle.

The engine will lose its pulling ability.

The engine’s oil pressure indicator will light up.

By a lessening of braking efficiency and a smell of burned material.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:10

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

Drive! You have right-of-way in the intersection ahead.

Give right of way to vehicles crossing from all directions.

Make a complete stop, look to the right and to the left and evaluate the incoming traffic.

You should stop and then continue driving: You have right-of-way in the intersection.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:11

What is a hybrid vehicle?

A vehicle which had two regular engines.

A vehicle which has an electric engine next to its regular engine.

A vehicle which has two electric engines instead of the regular engine.

A vehicle which has a solar engine (powered by the suns energy) besides its regular engine.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:12

Is a driver permitted to cross an unbroken separation line in order to make a U-turn?

Yes, when the roadway has at least two lanes in each driving direction.

Yes, provided that the traffic is not disturbed.

Yes, when the intersection ahead is blocked.

No.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:13

What is the function of a vehicle’s retarder?

Serve as an alternative to the service brakes (foot brake), in order to stop the vehicle when it is under imminent danger during an emergency.

Assist the parking brake (hand brake) while parking on a steep descent.

Balance the engine’s function and regulate the motor rotations,

To reduce the vehicle speed, without using the vehicle’s braking system, e.g. during a long descent.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

You are driving vehicle no. 3. To which of the following vehicles would you give right-of-way?

To none of them. You have right-of-way on the straight road (3).

To the motorcyclist (1) and to the cyclist (2).

To the cyclist only (2).

To the motorcyclist only (1).

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

How should you make a left turn according to the following marking?

From each of the marked lanes.

Absolutely no turning left.

From the right lane only.

From the left lane in your direction of driving.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:16

What is the first stage in getting back on the road from the “hard shoulder”?

Signaling with the indicator.

Getting closer from the hard shoulder to the roads edge.

Accelerating the vehicle up to the speed of the vehicles on the road.

Turning the wheel in order to get on the road in a 45 degree angle.

Category : Safety

Question:17

A “new driver” under 21 yrs should not carry in a private passenger car:

More than four passengers besides himself, unless he is accompanied by an escort.

More than four passengers, and provided that all of them are licensed to drive private vehicles.

More than two passengers besides himself, unless he is accompanied by an escort.

More than one passenger besides himself, unless he is accompanied by an escort.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

Explain the term “gross axle weight”:

The measured pressure at the tips of the chassis connected springs.

The own weight of each vehicle axle, including the wheels installed on it.

The overall weight of all the wheels installed on one axle against the road.

The own weight of the rear axle that includes the differential system.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

Where should a “new driver” sign be placed?

At the center of the vehicle rear window’s top edge, visible to other drivers from all sides

On the top edge of the vehicle’s left side window, visible to those driving on the left of the vehicle

On the bottom edge of the vehicle’s rear window, visible to those driving behind

On the bottom edge of the vehicle’s right side window, visible to those driving on the right of the vehicle

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

Is it permitted to park, in an urban area, vehicles transporting hazardous materials with an all up weight of more than 3,500 kg?

Yes, only when the tanks are empty.

Yes, provided that nobody smokes next to it.

Yes, but only at a distance of more than 400 meters from public or residential buildings.

It is absolutely forbidden to park this type of vehicle on an urban road.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

T-Intersection ahead.

Railway crossing.

Cross road.

Junction in a freeway.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:22

What must a driver do when approaching a railway crossing?

Continue driving normally. You don’t have to slow down.

Stop, open the vehicle’s windows and listen

Stop at a distance of at least one meter before the railway.

Slow down to a speed which will allow him to stop before the crossing.if necessary.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

“The law doesn’t prohibit driving under the influence of (prohibited) intoxicating drugs”:

Correct, since the law doesn’t prohibit the use of intoxicating drugs.

Incorrect. The law explicitly mentions that it is prohibited to drive under the influence of a certain quantity of intoxicating drugs in the driver’s blood.

Incorrect. It is explicitly prohibited by the law to drive under the influence of intoxicating drugs.

Correct. The law only prohibits driving under the influence of alcohol.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

What are the permitted driving directions according to the traffic signs in the following intersection?

Straight and left for busses only.

Straight in the direction of the arrow only for non-public vehicles.

All vehicles approaching will continue in the direction of the arrow.

Straight, for public transport only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:25

What is the meaning of the following road marking?

Parking lot and bicycle parking arrangements.

Authorized parking lot for public vehicles ahead.

Pedestrian crossing.

Crossing for cyclists.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:26

What is “all up weight”?

A vehicle’s own weight, plus the weight of the people and freight that the vehicle is permitted to drive or carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority.

It is fixed weight: 3,500 kg for light freight; 12,000 kg for medium freight; 15,000 kg for heavy freight.

A vehicle’s own weight plus the weight of the freight that the vehicle is permitted to carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority, excluding the weight of the driver and passengers.

A vehicle’s own weight minus the weight of the people and freight it is permitted to drive or carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority.

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

What types of vehicles are permitted to park in a bus station, besides the bus itself?

Private vehicles, on Sabbaths and holidays only, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed at the bus station.

Private vehicles, during night time, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed in the bus station.

All types of vehicles, during night time, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed in the bus station.

Motorcycles, on Sabbaths and holidays only, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed in the bus station.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

How would you shift to a lower gear while driving uphill in an automatic transmission vehicle, without moving the gear handle?

By taking the foot off the brake pedal without giving gas, in order to get the right speed.

By a sharp and quick pressure (“kick down”) on the accelerator, or by applying a designated electric switch.

By stepping firmly on the brake pedal.

By gradually stepping on the accelerator, until getting the desired result.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:30

What is the meaning of this traffic light when it is placed above your driving lane?

Vehicles coming from the opposite direction are prohibited to proceed.

Driving in this lane is prohibited.

4-way intersection ahead.

It is a lane for public transportation only.

Category : Traffic Signs

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