Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

What is the minimum distance that it is permitted to park near a fire hydrant?

Two meters in any direction from the fire hydrant.

Six meters from either side of the fire hydrant.

Twelve meters from either side of the fire hydrant.

Twenty meters from either side of the fire hydrant.

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Question:2

What is the legal definition of “lighting up time”

The time period of natural lighting conditions, when there is no need to have the vehicle lights turned on

The night time or any other time of the day in which visibility conditions are poor due to weather conditions.

The time period in which the vehicle’s lights must be turned on while driving in a freeway

The night time period, between sunset and sunrise

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Question:3

How should you behave on the road ahead of you?

Drive on the right lane only.

After the signposts, you may use all the lanes.

Use one of the two right hand lanes.

Stop under the green arrow.

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Question:4

When driving on a two-way road and visibility is poor:

You should horn while overtaking to warn the overtaken vehicle.

It is permitted to overtake, unless a “no overtaking” sign is placed.

You should turn on the parking lights while overtaking.

It is forbidden to overtake.

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Question:5

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.

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Question:6

What is the statutory obligation to slow down which applies to drivers?

To slow down when the vehicle is packed with passengers.

To slow down to a reasonable speed, at the driver’s discretion, without stopping.

To slow down before level crossings with a traffic light and with a barrier.

To slow down the vehicle and even stop whenever danger is anticipated.

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Question:7

How can a cellular phone be operated whilst driving?

Only by means of a “hands free device” that is installed in the vehicle and can be used without being held.

When the driver holds the phone with the right hand

Only by using earphones that are connected to both ears

It is absolutely forbidden to use a phone while driving

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Question:8

Is it permitted to get on or off a moving vehicle?

It is absolutely forbidden.

No, except if it doesn’t cause any risk.

Yes, as part of a sports activity, and only for adults passengers.

Yes, with the approval of a police officer.

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Question:9

A person above 18 yrs who received a Class A1 or A2 driving license for the first time shall not carry a passenger on a motorcycle, unless:

He already holds this driving license for a period of at least 6 months.

He successfully completed a correct driving course.

He already holds this driving license for a period of at least one year.

He already holds this driving license for a period of at least two months.

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Question:10

Which changes in health condition must be reported to the Licensing Authority?

The driver doesn’t have to report anything to the Licensing Authority, but only to the Ministry of Health

Any detection of the following conditions: heart disease or any limitation of the nervous system, bones, eye-sight and hearing

The driver doesn’t have to report anything to the Licensing Authority. The report shall be made by the treating physician of the driver

A driver doesn’t have to report about changes in his health, except in case of a neurological problem

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Question:11

How should we behave whilst driving downhill?

Shift into a high gear and keep the clutch pedal pressed for greater safety.

Shift into neutral gear, in order to save fuel.

Shift into one of the drive gears and keep the clutch pedal pressed.

Whilst driving down hill we must make sure that one of the gears is engaged.

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Question:12

You are driving vehicle no. 3 before an intersection without traffic signs. 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), the garbage truck comes second (1), and the private vehicle is last (2).

The garbage truck enters first (1), second is the private vehicle (2), and you go last (3).

You enter first (3), second is the private vehicle (2), and the garbage truck is last (1).

The private vehicle will go in first (2), you go second (3), and the garbage truck is last (1).

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Question:13

When a driver is approaching a high point or a place in which his field of vision is obstructed, he should:

Continue driving in normal speed.

Turn on the four winkers (distress lights) to warn other drivers.

Drive faster and use the road’s “hard shoulders”.

Slow down and drive at a reasonable speed, which corresponds with his field of vision.

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Question:14

In case of a driver incurring 36 demerit points or more:

The Licensing Authority is not authorized to revoke his license based on the point system.

Only a court of law is allowed and authorized to revoke his license.

The Licensing Authority shall revoke his driver’s license for a period of three months and he will be required to undergo a theory exam..

The Licensing Authority may recommend a court of law to permanently revoke his license

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Question:15

Is it permitted to drive under the influence of sedatives?

Only if the driver tends to be influenced by a certain medication.

Yes, sedatives have no affect on driving.

It is permitted to take sedation pills half an hour before driving.

Not if it is specifically indicated in the prescription or by the doctor.

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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.

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Question:17

What is the correct way of driving downhill?

By shifting to neutral gear, to save on fuel.

By shifting to one of the gears and continuously stepping on the clutch pedal.

By shifting to high gear and continuously stepping on the brake pedal.

By driving in one of the gears.

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Question:18

Is it permitted to drive an un-roadworthy vehicle?

Yes, if the malfunction doesn’t involve the vehicle’s brake system

It is forbidden to drive an un-roadworthy vehicle that cannot be fully controlled

Yes, if the malfunction involves the vehicle’s lighting system only

Yes, if the malfunction involves the vehicle’s steering system only

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Question:19

According to the law, what is the validity period of demerit points incurred by a driver?

When the driver has up to 20 demerit points: Two years from the date of the offence.

When the driver has less than 12 demerit points: Six years from the date of the offence.

There is no determined period of time. The point-accumulation period is not mentioned in the regulations.

It is unlimited. According to the new “point system”, accumulated demerit points are not erased.

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Question:20

In which type of road is it obligatory to use the road’s farthest right side?

In a freeway

In a two-way road only

In any type of road

In a one-way road only

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Question:21

Is it permitted to drive a passenger on a motorcycle while both his legs are on one side of the motorcycle?

Yes, but only while driving on a non-urban roadway.

No. It is only permitted to carry a passenger that sits astride the motorcycle.

Yes, but only while driving on a freeway.

Yes, but only while driving on an urban roadway.

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Question:22

How should you conduct yourself when exiting premises, a gas station or an access road to a house?

You should give right-of-way to vehicles coming from the left only.

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

You should give right-of-way to vehicles coming from the right only.

Give right of way to any vehicles approaching the road you are entering and pedestrians on the pavement.

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Question:23

What is the maximum allowed speed in a “play street”?

10 KPH.

20 KPH.

40 KPH.

30 KPH.

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Question:24

In the following picture:

You always have right of way (2).

You should give right of way to the red vehicle (1) in the roundabout.

The driver of the red vehicle should give you right-of-way.

You have right-of-way in any case, because you come from the right.

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Question:25

Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of a municipal inspector in uniform?

No. It is only obligatory to obey as regards to parking directions within city limits

No. It is only obligatory to obey as regards to the presentation of a driver’s license

Usually not

Yes, if the directions are related to traffic control.

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Question:26

When are you obliged to signal before moving out of your lane for the purpose of overtaking?

You are not obliged to signal before deviating, if there are no other vehicles near you.

You should signal at a reasonable distance before you begin to move out.

You should signal at least five meters before deviating from your lane.

You should first change lanes and then signal.

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Question:27

Is a driver permitted to send an S.M.S message from his phone while driving?

The driver is permitted to send and read S.M.S messages, provided that he does it with care.

He is permitted to send S.M.S messages but not to read ones.

It is absolutely prohibited, and dangerous.

He is permitted to read S.M.S messages but not to send ones.

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Question:28

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.

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Question:29

Is it permitted to make changes in the vehicle’s design or type?

The Owner of the vehicle is permitted to make changes in it as he pleases.

Yes, but provided that the owner of the vehicle notifies about it in advance and in writing to the vehicle’s manufacturer or agency.

Yes, but only if the change is made by a licensed garage.

Yes, but only with a written pre-approval of the Licensing Authority.

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Question:30

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.

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