Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

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:2

What does the following traffic sign indicate?

Play street.

No parking zone.

Area in which children are not allowed to play.

End of play street.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:3

How is it required to mark freight that sticks out from the vehicle’s front side?

With a white-reflecting triangle on the tip of the oversize freight.

With a red light-reflecting triangle on the tip of the oversize freight.

With a light and a red flag on the tip of the oversize freight.

With a light and a white or yellow flag on the tip of the oversize freight.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:4

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:5

What is the meaning of the following road marking?

It is forbidden to turn left from the left lane.

You have right-of-way on the narrow road over opposite traffic.

Only driving forward is permitted.

Left lane reverts to turning left only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:6

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:7

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Caution, bicycle traffic ahead.

Path for bicycles only.

One-way lane for bicycles.

End of bicycle lane.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:8

Which vehicles are permitted to enter a freeway?

Only private motor vehicles.

Every motor and non-motor vehicle.

A motor vehicle which is permitted and capable of driving at the speed that is indicated on the road sign.

Every motor vehicle, except for heavy trucks which might disturb traffic due to their low speed.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

How is a driver required to conduct himself when intending to overtake a school transport bus that stopped to pick-up and let down children?

Overtake the bus quickly, according to the customary overtaking stages.

Stop behind the bus and then overtake it.

Slow down and be prepared to stop.

Honk continuously and overtake.

Category : Safety

Question:10

When you are standing with your vehicle before an intersection while the red light is on, and you notice a security vehicle behind you, with its siren on and its lights flashing:

You should get on the sidewalk (pavement) in order to clear the way for the security vehicle.

You are permitted to enter the intersection while the red light is on as well.

You are not allowed to enter the intersection while the red light is on.

You should enter the intersection while the red light is on.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

A vehicle examiner or a policeman carrying a traffic examiner certificate who finds technical flaws in a vehicle, may:

Summon the vehicle owner for an inquiry at the Israel Garage Association.

Notify the driver that the vehicle is taken off the road and take away the vehicle’s registration documents.

He is not permitted to do anything. An examiner or a policeman is not authorized to examine a vehicle on the road.

Send the vehicle to a Licensing Facility to undergo an additional semiannual test.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

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:13

“Reasonable speed” is a speed:

That is adjusted to the road conditions and circumstances and does not exceed the speed limit.

The speed limit on that road, under all circumstances.

That the vehicle passengers wish to drive at. The passengers are always right.

That is adjusted to the conditions and circumstances, and always exceeds speed limit.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

How can you reduce the effect of being blinded by a vehicle approaching from your opposite direction?

By properly adjusting the headlights beam, and flickering to the driver in front.

By not looking into the blinding light, and by slowing down and driving on the right of the road.

By turning on the windshield wipers.

By adjusting the inside mirror to "night" position.

Category : Safety

Question:15

How should one drive on a flooded road?

Drive fast on high gear.

Drive slowly in low gear.

Drive fast on low gear.

Drive slowly on high gear.

Category : Safety

Question:16

Apart from a driving instructor, who may escort a “new driver”?

Any holder of a valid driving license for the same class of vehicle, and aged at least 24 yrs old.

A holder of a driving license for the same class of vehicle for at least 3 years and aged at least 30 yrs old, or a holder of a license for at least 2 yrs and aged at least 35 yrs old.

Any person who has not been convicted for any traffic offence during the past two years.

A holder of a driving license for the same class of vehicle for at least 5 years and aged at least 24 yrs old, or a holder of a license for at least 3 yrs and aged at least 30 yrs old.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

What characterizes the roads that follow this road sign?

They pass through an urban area, including residential neighborhoods with pedestrian activity.

They pass through a Kibbutz or Moshav only.

They connect between main cities.

You are entering an area with road works.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:18

What are you (vehicle no. 3) required to do when approaching the following intersection (the red vehicle is not an emergency vehicle)?

You have right of way because you are crossing in a straight line (3).

Enter the intersection before the garbage truck (2), as it must yield (you [3] are coming from its right).

Give right of way to the tractor coming from the right only (1).

Give right of way to the crossing tractor (1) and truck (2).

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

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:20

Who is obliged to obey the “stop” sign in the following picture?

A driver wanting to make a left U-turn.

A driver wanting to turn left only.

A driver wanting to continue driving straight.

Any driver approaching an intersection.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:21

Regular vehicle maintenance, in accordance with the manufacturer’s manual, will:

Annuls the need for an annual test.

Reduce fuel consumption as well as wear and tear of vehicle parts.

Is only required if the vehicle is frequently used.

In a new model vehicle, maintenance is not required at all.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:22

What is the maximum number of passengers permitted on a commercial vehicle with an all up weight exceeding 3,500 kg, which has no standard chassis for passenger transportation?

Eleven passengers including the driver.

Six passengers, including the passengers that sit next to the driver.

Six passengers, besides the passengers that sit next to the driver.

Eight passengers, besides the passengers that sit next to the driver.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

How would you keep your vehicle balanced when approaching a curve in the roadway?

You should slow down before entering the curve, and accelerate when coming out of it.

You should shift into high gear.

You should shift into neutral gear.

You should drive faster before entering the curve.

Category : Safety

Question:24

Which vehicles must be equipped with a fire extinguisher?

Only private passenger cars.

All motor vehicles, except for private passenger cars, tractors and motorcycles.

All motor vehicles.

Only two-wheelers.

Category : Safety

Question:25

What is the meaning of the sign?

Portable flashing caution sign situated before a road works.

Portable flashing sign upon leaving an inter-urban road to enter a motorway (freeway).

Portable flashing sign for advertising to drivers.

Portable flashing sign before entering an airport.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:26

A police officer may revoke a driver’s license for a period of thirty days:

When the driver endangers the life of a person on a pedestrian crossing

An arrest warrant was issued against the vehicle’s owner

When the driver committed an offence of holding a driver’s license that has been expired for more than ten days

When the passenger on the driver’s side did not wear a seatbelt

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

What are the vehicle’s control systems?

Brakes, steering and accelerator.

Braking, steering and sound.

Steering, acceleration and air-conditioning.

Braking, steering and air-conditioning.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:28

What is “own weight”?

The vehicle’s weight with cargo but without the driver.

The vehicle’s weight without cargo and without the driver.

The vehicle’s weight with cargo and with a driver

The vehicle’s volume without cargo but without the driver

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

What is the risk in shifting gears while driving a heavy vehicle down a steep descent?

There is no risk in shifting gears, and gears are not so important, as long as one of them is operated.

Shifting gears while driving down a steep descent is not dangerous.

There is no danger. By shifting from low gear to high gear while driving on a steep descent, the vehicle can drive faster.

There is a risk that the gear would not shift and the vehicle would stay in neutral gear.

Category : Safety

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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