Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

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.

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Question:2

What is a reasonable vehicle speed?

On paved roads – 80KpH; on dirt roads – 40KpH.

The maximum speed the vehicle can reach under the existing circumstances.

A reasonable speed which, considering all the road conditions, and road signs allows the driver to control the vehicle

Any speed, as long as the driver fully controls the vehicle.

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Question:3

What is the statutory speed limit (in k.p.h) of a private minibus on a freeway (unless indicated otherwise by another road sign)?

110

100

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Question:4

It is prohibited to park a vehicle less than a distance of:

15 meters after a stop sign.

15 meters after the intersection.

12 meters before a pedestrian crossing.

30 meters after a level crossing.

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Question:5

When is the driver of a private vehicle exempt from wearing a seat belt?

While moving forward during parking maneuvering.

While driving in reverse.

While exiting a roofed parking.

While exiting a premises.

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Question:6

Which of the following is an emergency vehicle?

A Red Magen David Ambulance, an Israel Police vehicle, IDF vehicle, Fire-fighting vehicle, integrated policing vehicle or any other vehicle approved by the Authority, when it sounds its emergency signals and operates flashing lights and sounds an alarm signal.

Any ambulance, IDF vehicle, fire-fighting vehicle or other commercial vehicle that was authorized to function as an emergency vehicle by the Licensing Authority

Every vehicle of the Israel Police or the IDF and vehicles that are used for regular security missions in borderline settlements

A vehicle of the Israel Police or the IDF and a fire-fighting vehicle only

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Question:7

Is it permitted to stop, stand or park a vehicle on a freeway (motorway)?

Yes, provided that the road edge is wide enough.

No, unless otherwise specifically sign-posted.

No, except for two-wheelers.

No, except for a public vehicle.

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Question:8

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.

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Question:9

Is it permitted to drive on the sidewalk in order to pass a road obstacle?

Yes. It is permitted to bypass the obstacle only through the sidewalk, if it is simpler.

Yes. It is permitted to drive on the sidewalk very carefully and in first gear.

No. It is prohibited to drive on the sidewalk in order to pass an obstacle.

Yes. It is permitted to drive on the sidewalk, but only if the roadway is in a bad condition.

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Question:10

An additional passenger is not permitted on a utility tractor unless:

It is stated in the vehicle’s registration document.

It is listed in the driving license.

A permit is given by the vehicle’s importer.

It is listed in the insurance policy.

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Question:11

What is the legal definition of a “road”

Any place that is open for public passage, except for city streets

Asphalt or concrete paved road ways only.

The term “road” has no legal definition

Any rail, street, alley, square, passage, bridge and any other open space in which the public has a right to pass through

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Question:12

How is a driver required to drive near a group of children?

Stop completely for as long as the children are near the road.

Continue driving in normal speed, provided that the pavements are wide.

Slow down, be prepared to stop and even stop if necessary..

Continue driving in normal speed, provided that he uses the horn to warn the children.

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Question:13

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

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

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

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

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

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Question:14

What is the maximum permitted speed for driving a private passenger vehicle (if not indicated otherwise by a traffic sign)?

In an urban road – up to 50 KPH and in a freeway – up to 70 KPH

In an urban area – up to 50 KPH and on an inter-urban road – up to 80 KPH

In an urban road – according to road conditions, and in a freeway – up to 100 KPH

In an urban road – up to 40 KPH and in a freeway – up to 80 KPH

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Question:15

In the illustration you can see a wide road. What number in the picture illustrates a Center reservation (divider)

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Question:16

What should you do when your vehicle makes unreasonable noise?

A vehicle making unreasonable noise should not be driven.

It is permitted to drive a vehicle making unreasonable noise under the approval of the local authority.

It is permitted to drive a vehicle making unreasonable noise in a freeway.

It is permitted to drive a vehicle making unreasonable noise unrestrictedly.

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Question:17

Under which conditions is it permitted to cross railway tracks?

You are only permitted to cross after giving right-of-way to the vehicles that drive away from the crossing, and without causing any disturbance to them.

When a “stop” sign or a “red” traffic light are placed in your direction of driving.

When the barrier starts to lift..

When the railway-crossing is free, with its barrier lifted, and you can be cross it safely.

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Question:18

During “light time”, when are you permitted to use the vehicle’s high beam?

Only on a freeway.

On a non-urban road, when driving within a row of vehicles.

On an urban road with street lights and on a non-urban road.

On an inter-urban roadway, when allowed by traffic conditions and there is no vehicle ahead of you.

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Question:19

There are no traffic signs placed in the following intersection, According to the rules of giving right-of-way, in what order should vehicles that arrived at the same time enter the intersection?

You enter first (3), then the red vehicle (2), and the green vehicle will enter last (1).

First enters the green vehicle (1), the red vehicle next (2) and you go last (3).

The green vehicle (1) first, then you (3), and the red vehicle will enter last (2).

The order is simple - first to arrive is last to drive.

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Question:20

The period that a “new driver” is obliged to be escorted in a private passenger vehicle is?

Two years from the date in which the license was initially received.

Three months from the date in which the license was initially received.

Two months from the date in which the license was initially received.

There is no time limitation as regards to a new-driver escorting period.

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Question:21

When a vehicle is forced to stop on an inter-urban road and the driver or one of the passengers is about to exit the vehicle:

The driver must wear a vest when exiting the vehicle, only if other vehicles are on the road.

The first person to get out of the vehicle must wear a standard fluorescent vest when exiting the vehicle or stepping out of it.

No obligation applies to this situation. Wearing a vest is obligatory on an urban road only.

Only the driver is obliged to wear a vest, and not any other person exiting the vehicle.

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Question:22

When you are driving behind a “security vehicle”, you should:

Drive at a distance of at least 50 meters behind it.

Drive at a distance of at least 100 meters behind it.

Drive at a distance of at least 200 meters behind it.

Drive at a distance of at least 150 meters behind it.

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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.

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Question:24

Is a policeman permitted to demand of a vehicle driver to perform a “Breathalyzer test”?

No. A policeman is not entitled to require a vehicle driver to perform an “alcohol test”, except under a court order.

Yes, a policeman may ask a driver to perform a "Breathalyzer test" at any time.

No. A policeman is not entitled to require a vehicle driver to perform any type of tests, except for an alcohol breath test.

Yes, but only if the policeman reasonably suspects that the vehicle driver’s health condition is not well.

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Question:25

What does the law state about the non-use of a vehicle for a period of more than one month?

The vehicle should be placed in a licensed garage.

The Local Authority should be informed.

The Police should be informed.

The Licensing Authority should be informed.

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Question:26

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.

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Question:27

Who is under obligation to be familiar with the traffic laws and obey them?

Only a pedestrian

Every road user.

Only a professional driver.

Only a driver.

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Question:28

When there is a “no left turn” sign in an intersection:

It is permitted to make a U-turn when there is an arrow pointing to the right only.

It is permitted to make a U-turn from any lane.

It is permitted to make a U-turn when no traffic disturbance is caused and when the U-turn is not prohibited by any traffic sign or marking.

It is permitted to make a U-turn for private vehicles only.

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Question:29

When is a driver obliged to wear eyeglasses or contact lenses?

When his driver’s license states that he must wear them while driving.

Only when he is driving during lighting up time, and provided that this requirement is stated on his driver’s license

Only when he is driving during night time, provided that this requirement is stated on his driver’s license

While driving in limited visibility and when he is dazzeled.

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Question:30

Who is allowed to drive against traffic in a one-way street?

It is prohibited, except for a security vehicle on duty, or in accordance with a policeman’s directions

It is allowed for cyclists only

It is unconditionally prohibited, even when a policeman directs otherwise

It is allowed on holidays, when traffic is light and no disturbance is caused

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Theory test for private Vehicles