Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

When is it allowed to leave a vehicle standing in a position that is not parallel to the sidewalk (angular parking)?

It is absolutely forbidden.

In an urban road only.

When there is an angular marking on the roadway, and according to the marking.

In an urban road, on weekends only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

When is it forbidden to overtake, or to try overtaking, another vehicle?

In a distance of 300 meters before a railway crossing.

When visibility is poor or when the field of vision is obstructed or limited.

During night time.

When driving uphill.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

Is it permitted to stand a vehicle less than twelve meters from a junction?

Yes, provided that the vehicle stands opposite to the direction of traffic.

Yes, in a two-lane road.

No, unless it is permitted by the Local Traffic Sign Authority, by means of an appropriate signpost or marking.

Yes, unless otherwise marked.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:4

When can reasonable speed exceed the maximum speed limit?

When overtaking a vehicle that is parked at the side of the road.

While overtaking a driving vehicle.

Never. It is against the law.

When overtaking a vehicle that is driving in the maximum permitted speed.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:5

Is it permitted to re- fuel a vehicle while its motor is running?

Absolutely not.

Yes, in case of self-fueling.

Yes, if the vehicle is equipped with a fire extinguisher.

Yes, when the vehicle stands next to a fire extinguishing station.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:6

What is the meaning of the following road marking?

It marks the line of the road’s edge, where curbstones are absent.

Driving is prohibited between the yellow lines.

Parking is allowed on the left side of the line, on a freeway.

Parking is allowed on the right side of the line, on a freeway.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:7

If traffic sign 618 is placed at an entry to a road, which traffic sign should be placed at the entry from the opposite side of the same road?

308

401

307

402

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:8

Can a minibus be regarded as a taxi?

A minibus is regarded as a taxi only when there is room for two passengers next to the driver.

A minibus is a taxi with all it implies.

A minibus is regarded as a taxi only when it is equipped with a meter.

A minibus is not regarded as a taxi.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

When you are driving in a roadway and there is an unbroken separation line marked to your left accompanied by a broken line to its left:

You are forbidden to cross the separation line.

You are allowed to cross the lines, but vehicle traffic from the opposite side is forbidden to cross.

You are allowed to cross the lines with two wheels only.

You are allowed to cross the lines carefully.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:10

How should a driver conduct himself when noticing a “security vehicle”?

Slow down, divert to the road’s right edge and continue driving normally.

Divert his vehicle to the right, as close as possible to the road’s edge, give right-of-way and stop if necessary a distance from an intersection.

Mount the sidewalk and stop there.

Drive closely behind the security vehicle and keep a constant distance of two seconds from it.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

No entry for private vehicles.

No entry for all motor vehicles, except for motorcycles without a side-car.

No parking for all vehicles.

No entry for all vehicles, except for private passenger vehicles.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:12

The wind resistance that a driving vehicle faces affects:

The vehicle’s speed and tire wear.

The wear and tear of the steering wheel system,

The capacity of the vehicle’s brakes.

The vehicle’s stability and speed.

Category : Safety

Question:13

Which of the following traffic signs allows parking in a position that is not parallel to the sidewalk?

815

512

819

513

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:14

What should you do when driving on a narrow roadway and you are suddenly approached by a vehicle from the opposite direction?

Honk and signal with your hands for the driver to return to his lane.

Slow down and swerve as far to the right as possible, but don’t pull off the road.

Slow down, move as far to the right as possible and, if necessary, pull off the road.

Turn on your high beam and signal the other driver to return to his lane.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

Can lawful roadway marking be considered as a road sign?

Always.

Only if it is accompanied by another sign.

Only within the limits of an urban road.

Only if it is colored white.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:16

Who is permitted to summon a vehicle to undergo a technical examination?

A Municipal Inspector, an employee of the Public Works Department, and a policeman carrying a policeman certificate.

An examiner of the Licensing Authority as well as a policeman carrying a traffic examiner certificate.

Any manager of a licensed garage.

The Director of the Standardization Department in the Israel Bureau of Standards.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

What risks are caused when you deviate abruptly between lanes?

The deviation might delay other drivers.

You might end up in a lane that you are not allowed to be in.

Risk of hitting a vehicle that you didn’t see before deviating.

It is risky when the deviation takes too long.

Category : Safety

Question:18

Are cyclists permitted to enter a road, when the following traffic sign is placed at the entrance to the road?

No.

Yes, in inter-urban roads.

Yes, in an urban road only.

Yes, always.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:19

Is it permitted to drive on a separation area?

Yes, but only in order to cross it.

No, unless otherwise marked by a traffic sign.

Yes, always.

Yes, when the separation area is paved.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:20

The vehicle’s headlights light the road with:

A uniform white or bright-yellow color.

Bright white or yellow color, not necessarily in a uniform manner.

A uniform blue or bright-yellow color.

A uniform red or bright-yellow color.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

What should be the initial actions taken by a driver after entering the vehicle and before starting to drive?

Checking the position of the gear handle.

Buckling the seatbelt.

Starting-up and warming the vehicle.

Adjusting the seat, steering wheel, mirrors and head rests.

Category : Safety

Question:22

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Dead-end street ahead.

Give right-of-way to crossing vehicles.

Instruction road sign: Drive right only.

T-junction ahead.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:23

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:24

While braking and slowing down, what force of nature is applied on the vehicle?

No force of nature affects the vehicle while it is braking or slowing down.

The force of inertia, i.e. the force which causes the vehicle to continue moving.

The centrifugal force, i.e. the force applied on the vehicle when it is turning.

The lift force, i.e. the force that pulls the vehicle upwards.

Category : Safety

Question:25

What are you required to do when the following road marking appears on your left?

You are prohibited from crossing the unbroken separation line.

Slow down and move to the left of the road.

You should always drive on the right side of the lines.

You may cross the lines when the broken line is on the right of the continuous line.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:26

When are the driver and conductor allowed to refuse a passenger from getting onto the bus?

When the passenger wears a skiing or skating boots on his feet.

When he wants to ride the bus for only one stop.

When the passenger has a 100 Nis note and the bus fare is only 12 Nis.

When he wants to carry a dog or another animal on the bus.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

Under what conditions is it obligatory to operate a “speed retarder” while driving downhill?

When a “warning sliding” sign is placed on the road.

When the slope rate of the decent exceeds 6% and the length of the decent is more than one kilometer.

When the vehicle is equipped with a speed retarder and a sign warning about a dangerous descent is placed on the road.

If a vehicle is equipped with a speed retarder, it should always be operated, also while driving on plane surfaces.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:28

What is the meaning of the sign?

End of parking area.

End of area where parking is not permitted.

Beginning of parking area for payment.

Beginning of parking for bicycles only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:29

What should you do when your driving lane is blocked by the double-parked silver vehicle (marked with a circle)?

Slow down, allow the vehicle coming from the opposite direction to pass undisturbed, and then overtake the parked vehicle.

Signal with your headlight to the vehicle coming from the opposite direction and swerve quickly to the opposite lane, before it arrives

Stop behind the silver vehicle and wait for a policeman or an inspector.

Overtake the silver vehicle through the gap between it and the vehicle coming from the opposite direction.

Category : Safety

Question:30

Wheels that are installed on the same axle must be:

Of the same manufacture date always.

Of the same size and in compliance with the manufacturer’s manual.

Of the same color.

Of the same manufacturer.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

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