Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Is a policeman allowed to detain without a warrant a driver who committed an offence in front of him?

Not under any condition

Yes, but only under a court certificate

Yes, if the driver doesn’t give his name and address or doesn’t present his license as required

Yes, only if the driver committed an offence that actually endangered road users

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

When pedestrians are forced to walk on the road way, on which side of it should they walk?

Next to the right “hard shoulder”.

Next to the left sidewalk.

Next to the road’s left edge, when they are facing the incoming traffic.

Next to the road’s right edge.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

How should drivers conduct themselves while driving opposite one another in a narrow and flat road?

The driver of the bigger vehicle shall increase his speed and pass the narrow part first.

According to the accepted conduct in that road.

The driver of the bigger vehicle shall stop and allow the other vehicle to continue driving through the narrow part.

Slow down and divert their vehicle to the roadway’s edge, , to avoid collision.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:4

In the following picture – where is it forbidden to stop or park a vehicle?

Within twelve meters before the stop line.

Within twenty meters before the stop line.

Within fifteen meters after the stop line.

Within twenty meters after the stop line.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:5

What should a driver of an overtaken vehicle do?

He should continue driving without changing his speed and driving lane.

An overtaken vehicle should take no interest in the overtaking vehicle, and should continue driving normally.

Deviate as much as possible to the road’s edge, without changing his speed.

Stop at the side of the road and allow the traffic to pass him.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:6

Upon completion of the two year “new driver” period, a regular driver’s license will not be given to a “new driver” who was convicted of:

Driving above the maximum speed limit.

Not stopping next to a “danger” warning sign.

Driving a motor vehicle while having a temporary insurance policy.

Not placing a “new driver” sign on the vehicle’s rear windshield.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:7

You are driving vehicle no. 3. According to the rules of giving right-of-way, in what order should the vehicles enter the intersection?

The vehicle you are driving goes in first (3), and the red private vehicle will follow (1).

The cyclist will go in first (2), and the vehicle you are driving will follow (3).

The red private vehicle will go in first (1), and the cyclist will follow (2).

The cyclist enters first (2), and the red private vehicle will follow (1).

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:8

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:9

A driver’s license will not be renewed if it was expired for a period of more than:

Nine months, unless the license holder passes the required examinations and tests, as directed by the Licensing Authority

Four months, unless the license holder passes the required examinations and tests, as directed by the Licensing Authority

Six months, unless the license holder passes the required examinations and tests, as directed by the Licensing Authority

One year, unless the license holder passes the required examinations and tests, as directed by the Licensing Authority

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

Define “slow moving vehicle”:

A motor vehicle having a prescribed maximal speed of 50 k.p.h.

A motor vehicle having a prescribed maximal speed of no less than 50 k.p.h.

A vehicle restricted by law to 40 k.p.h. or less

A motor vehicle having a prescribed maximal speed of 55 k.p.h.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

When crossing an intersection with one lane in each driving direction:

You are allowed to overtake, but you must finish the overtaking after the intersection.

You are allowed to overtake carefully vehicles with more than two wheels.

You are only allowed to overtake a slow vehicle.

It is prohibited to overtake and it is prohibited to try to overtake within the intersection’s boundaries, except if you are overtaking a two-wheeler.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

How should a driver conduct himself when another vehicle suddenly emerges in his driving lane from the opposite direction, heading towards him?

Swerve to the left and drive on the opposite lane, which is currently free.

Honk and signal the other driver to get back to his lane.

Slow down, pull as far right as possible and even pull onto the “hard shoulder” if necessary.

Turn on his high beam and signal the other driver to get back to his lane.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:13

The following picture shows a pavement. Which of the following sentences is correct?

Motorcycles are permitted to use the pavement instead of the road.

The pavement is designed for pedestrians only.

Private passenger vehicles are always permitted to park temporarily on the pavement, when there is no parking space on the road.

Bicyclists are permitted to ride on the pavement as well.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

It is prohibited to overtake on a steep hill:

Only when there is a “danger” road sign.

When your field of vision is limited or obstructed.

Only when there is a “no overtaking” road sign.

Overtaking is permitted, provided that the weight of your car exceeds 4 tons.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

Do you (vehicle no. 3) have to give right-of-way to the cyclist (2) in the roundabout?

No, because the cyclist always yields to other vehicles.

No, it depends on my good will.

Yes, always

No, the rules of right-of-way in a roundabout do not apply to cyclists.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:16

What is the definition of an “obsolete vehicle” in regard to private passenger cars?

A private passenger car is not included in the definition of an “obsolete vehicle”.

A private passenger car that was manufactured more than 19 years ago.

A private passenger car that was manufactured more than 15 years ago.

A vehicle that does not meet the compelling Israeli standard.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

How should you conduct yourself at an exit from a premises or from an access road to a house, when you are about to enter or cross the road?

Give way to the vehicles that are driving away from you in the road you are about to enter.

The rules for giving “right-of-way” in such an exit are identical to those that apply in the case of an intersection.

You must give way to vehicles coming from the right only.

Give-way to the approaching vehicles in the road you are about to enter.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

For how long should a driver place a “new driver” sign on his rear window?

For a period of two years or for as long as he is a new driver

For a period of nine months

For a period of six months

For a period of three months

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

Who is responsible for a vehicle parked in a prohibited area?

The vehicle’s owner as listed in its registration document, regardless of who was driving the vehicle at the time the offense was committed.

The vehicle’s owner as listed in its registration document, unless he can prove the identity of any other driver who committed the offense.

Complaint would only be filed when it is made clear who was driving the vehicle at the time the offense was committed.

The rental agency if the vehicle was rented from it.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

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:21

Is it permitted, in an urban road, to stop, stand or park a vehicle on the roadway or on the hard shoulder?

It is prohibited in any case to park on the hard shoulder.

Yes, provided that the vehicle remains under supervision.

Yes, when it is not prohibited by law or by any road sign, and when traffic is not disturbed.

Yes, always.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

When a vehicle is disqualified from use on the road:

It is forbidden to be on the road without authorization from the licensing authority.

It is forbidden to get back on the road without authorization of the insurance company

It is allowed to stay on the road for a period of up to seven days after being taken off the road.

It is allowed to stay on the road unlimitedly, as long as it doesn’t pose any traffic safety risk

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

What is a one-way street?

A street in which traffic movement is permitted in one direction only.

A road with only one lane.

A roadway in which one direction of traffic is open for all vehicles while the opposite direction is limited to public vehicles only.

A dead-end road.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

How would you seat a child more than three years and less than eight years of age inside a vehicle?

In a safety seat or in a booster that fits his height and weight.

Wearing any of the vehicle’s safety belts.

Only in the vehicle’s back seat.

Wearing a three-point safety belt.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:25

How should vehicle drivers conduct themselves while driving on a road with a narrow and steep hill..

The driver of the descending vehicle shall, if required, stop his vehicle and make way for the ascending vehicle

The driver of the ascending vehicle shall, if required, stop his vehicle and allow the descending vehicle to continue driving.

First one to arrive is first to enter into the narrow section.

It is sufficient that they both deviate to the right, onto the roadway’s edge, to prevent collision.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:26

What is a “booster seat”?

A seat that is designed for transporting small children, restrained by the safety belt of the vehicle.

A standard seat that is designed for transporting children until 18 years of age

A seat that is designed for a driver whose height is less than 160 cm and whose age is more than 18 years

A seat that is designed for transporting children on bicycles only while the children are restrained by a safety belt.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

Is it permitted to stop any type of vehicle where the following signpost is placed?

Yes, during day time only.

Yes, when there are many available parking spaces.

It is forbidden, except for a vehicle with a tag, as stated on the sign.

Any vehicle having a regular handicapped pass is allowed to park there when the spot is available.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:28

A “central divider” is:

An area in which parking is prohibited, unless a traffic sign only directs otherwise

An area allowing escape at a time of danger, marked by a specific traffic sign

An area intended for two-wheeler parking on an urban way, without requiring any specific traffic sign

An area intended for parking on an urban way

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

According to the following picture, is it permitted to make a U-turn?

Yes, when the turn can be completed in one continuous movement.

Yes, from the left side of the road.

No.

Yes, provided that the turn is made carefully and without causing any traffic disturbance.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:30

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

From lane 5 to lane 3.

From lane 5 to lane 4.

From lane 6 to lane 4.

From lane 5 to lane 3 or to lane 4.

Category : Rules and Regulations

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