Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Define an “axle” of a vehicle:

The vehicle’s back beam to which the vehicle’s spare wheel is connected.

A shaft which transmits the rotary motion from the gearbox to the engine.

Shaft or system of shafts running the width of the vehicle attached to the wheels.

The vehicle’s front part, designed to absorb the impact of low-speed collisions

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

Can a person drive a vehicle immediately after taking medications which have effect on his fitness to drive?

No, unless 4 hours pass from the time he takes the medication

Yes, if these medications do not affect his level of driving

No.

Yes, when the medication has a lasting harmful effect

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

Is it permitted to drive through a railway crossing when the barrier is moving downwards or upwards?

It is permitted to drive through, as long as you drive carefully.

It is allowed for as long as the barrier doesn’t reach its bottom position and locks.

It is allowed when the barrier starts to rise.

No.It is prohibited for as long as the barrier is in movement to any direction or when it is horizontally positioned.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:4

In a vehicle with a manual (regular) gearbox, it is important to adjust the gears:

In old vehicles only.

In order to protect the tires.

In long descents.

In order to determine the driving speed.without strain on the engine.

Category : Safety

Question:5

What shoukd a driver check after driving through deep water on the road?

If the brakes work efficiently.

If the lights work.

If the engine works.

No need of any of the cheks.

Category : Safety

Question:6

What is a “blind spot”?

The distance a driver should keep from other vehicles while driving in reverse.

Part of the vehicles circumference in which the driver cannot see or detect road users.

The non-paved area around the vehicle.

Part of the vehicles circumference which the driver can only see through the mirrors.

Category : Safety

Question:7

At what speed are we required to drive in reverse?

Heavy vehicles – slow; light vehicles – fast.

During the day – fast; during the night – slow.

When driving downhill – slow, and when driving uphill – fast.

Always slow.

Category : Safety

Question:8

Which of the following road signs indicates a pedestrian crossing?

220

226

136

306

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:9

What is the problem in the following picture?

The bus cannot enter the bay and will disturb traffic when stopping.

The presence of the florist in the station makes the passengers’ stay in it more pleasant and it causes no problem.

The presence of the florist causes the bus to linger too much time in the station.

The flowers placed at the station block the view of the passengers waiting in it.

Category : Safety

Question:10

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Winding road in both directions at the next intersection.

Turn right or left.

No U-turn to the left.

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

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:11

You are driving vehicle no.3. to whom will you give the right of way?

To the bus (2) only.

To the Motor-cyclist (1) and the Bus (2).

To none. You (3) have right of way.

To the vehicle that is closest to the intersection.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

How would you respond to the situation depicted in the following picture?

Drive faster and pass the children before they start crossing the roadway.

Slow down, follow the children movement and prepare to stop.

Continue driving. The children would not cross the road when noticing an approaching vehicle.

Honk to the children and warn them that you are approaching and that they should not get on the roadway.

Category : Safety

Question:13

What are the dangers of driving continuously for many hours?

Heating and accelerated wear of the vehicle’s tires.

Overheating of the vehicle’s engine.

It violates the insurance law.

Tiredness and risk of falling asleep at the wheel

Category : Safety

Question:14

Which of the following sentences is the most correct, as regards to the following picture?

The driver is not keeping to the extreme right of the road.

The driver is keeping away from the “hard shoulders” and through this prevents unnecessary risk while in distress.

The driver of the white vehicle is driving correctly on the middle of the roadway.

The marking on the roadway is not clear enough.

Category : Safety

Question:15

Is there any reference in the following road sign to the giving of right-of-way?

No. Only instruction signs refer to the giving of right-of-way.

No. The sign belongs to the instruction signs group and is not, as far as right-of-way rules are concerned, obligatory.

Yes. You should give right-of-way to vehicle traffic on the road ahead.

No. This is a warning sign which doesn’t come to replace any right-of-way sign.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:16

When a traffic light in a junction displays a flashing green light:

A blinking green light indicates the same as a regular green light; hence it shouldn’t be given any special attention.

It indicates that the green light is about to turn to yellow, in 3 seconds.

It indicates that the traffic light is out of order and you should follow the signs that are placed in the intersection.

It indicates that the light turned green a few moments ago and that you can continue driving.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:17

Assuming that the vehicles in the following picture are functioning properly – Which traffic offence was committed according to the picture?

Standing and stopping between two lanes.

Not driving on the designated lane for your direction of driving.

Standing in a position that is unparallel to the separation area.

Standing and stopping on a traffic island and preventing the free flow of traffic.

Category : Safety

Question:18

How would you conduct yourself under the situation that is depicted in the following picture?

You should not obey the traffic light signals. Follow the road signs only.

Stop before the junction and do not enter into it.

Stop before the junction and then drive through uninterruptedly.

Give right-of-way to the traffic on the crossing road.

Category : Safety

Question:19

In a school bus, it is prohibited to:

Carry students without an escorting adult.

Carry students without at least one escorting adult.

Carry adults standing up.

Carry children standing up.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

You have right-of-way in the narrow road.

Give right-of-way on the narrow road to vehicles coming from the opposite side.

No turning at the end of the road section.

No through road (cul-de-sac) ahead.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:21

How should you behave at the following intersection?

Honk to warn the motor-cyclist and continue driving.

Keep driving. The motor-cyclist should yield.

Give right of way to the motorcyclist

Keep driving straight and blink with the high beam headlights to warn the motorcyclist.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

T- junction to the right and then T-junction to the left

Warning sign before a sharp right turn followed by a sharp left turn.

Left T-Intersection followed by right T-Intersection ahead.

Give right-of-way to vehicles from your right and then from your left.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:23

Which type of vehicle is allowed to stop or be left standing on the hard shoulder of an inter-urban road which is marked as a main road?

A work vehicle or a tractor.

A vehicle engaged in selling fruits and vegetables to passersby.

A vehicle engaged in public works and an I.D.F vehicle - for the purpose of fulfilling their duties.

A towing vehicle and a trailer, a truck tractor and a semi-trailer, with a maximum width of three meters.

Category : Safety

Question:24

Is it permitted to repair a vehicle on the road?

Only if it close to a garage.

Only if the repair is related to the vehicle’s electricity system.

The type of repair is not important, as long as the vehicle is not left standing there for more than 12 hours.

Only a simple repair, provided that no inconvenience is caused to other road users, and the vehicle should not be left standing there for more than 24 hours.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:25

What warning measures are installed in the driver’s compartment of a vehicle with a pneumatic braking system (air pressure)?

Warning lamp, warning buzzer, and air pressure gauge.

Red warning lamp in the middle of the dashboard.

Warning lamp and emergency braking handle.

Warning lamp and independent brake.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:26

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

Uneven tire wear and shortened of tyre life.

It is harder to turn the steering wheel.

Rapid wear and tear of the steering wheel.

Longer tire life span and reduced fuel consumption.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:27

What is the meaning of this sign?

Steep downhill slope about 2,500 meters ahead.

In 2,500 meters a steep uphill climb begins.

Steep downhill slope for 2,500 meters begins here.

The end of a 2,500-meters downhill slope section.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:28

“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:29

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

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

Must wear the eyeglasses or the contact lenses while driving – at least during the day.

Must wear the eyeglasses or the contact lenses while driving – at least during the night.

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

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:30

Is a taxi owner or driver permitted to change the taxi’s ride fare?

Yes, after due notice of 26 days in advance.

Yes, up to 15% above the determined tariff.

Yes, 24 hours before the new tariff enters into force.

No.

Category : Rules and Regulations

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