Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

From which side are we permitted to overtake another vehicle?

It is permitted from either its right or left side.

From its right side, provided that we maintain reasonable speed.

Only from its right side.

Only from its left side.

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Question:2

Is it permitted to use any means of visual display, which can be viewed by the driver, other than the vehicle’s G.P.S control and navigation display?

Yes, to relax the driver and passengers.

Yes, provided that the driver wears safety goggles.

It is prohibited for as long as the vehicle is moving..

It is prohibited, even if the vehicle is parked.

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Question:3

Is a bus driver permitted to talk with the passengers while driving?

Yes, but only with security personnel on duty.

Yes, but only about matters relating to the journey and without turning his head away from the road.

A bus driver is strictly forbidden to talk with the passengers.

Yes, but only with the conductor or ticket seller.

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Question:4

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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Question:5

Is it permitted to overtake, or to try overtaking, another vehicle within a distance of 100 meters before a railway crossing?

Yes, if the overtaken vehicle is a motorcycle .

Yes, provided that a train is neither seen nor heard.

Yes, if the overtaken vehicle is a tractor.

It is absolutely forbidden.

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Question:6

The following penalties may be imposed by a court of law on a driver convicted of committing a traffic offence:

Revoking a driver’s license, prison term, fine and other lawful penalties.

Fine or only suspended prison term.

Revoking a driver’s license or only suspended prison term.

Fine, active prison term or only suspended prison term.

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Question:7

Is it permitted to drive under the influence of an intoxicating alcoholic drink?

Yes, provided that the driver doesn’t mix drinks.

Absolutely not.

Yes, but only after family gatherings and for short distances.

Yes, it is permitted.

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Question:8

Parking at an angle on a roadway:

Is allowed when there are designated markings on the road.

Is forbidden, except for motor scooters and motorcycles.

Is forbidden, except for vehicles in a length of 3.5 meters or less.

Is only allowed in a wide roadway.

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Question:9

What does the law state regarding the placing or leaving of objects on a road?

Objects which might disturb or endanger passersby or their vehicles should not be placed or left on a road.

Objects that are left on a road should be cleared away within 12 hours.

It is allowed to leave objects, but the Ministry of Environmental Protection should be immediately informed about every object that is placed on a road.

It is allowed to leave any object on a road, provided that it is marked with a reflector during “light time”.

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Question:10

Where should a panoramic mirror be installed in a bus?

In the back of the bus, so that the driver can see all the passengers.

In the front of the bus, so that the driver can see all the passengers.

In the center of the bus, so that the driver can see all the passengers.

There is no need for a panoramic mirror, as the bus already has enough mirrors.

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Question:11

What is a “speed retarder”?

An electric or hydraulic mechanism, independent of the vehicle’s braking system, which decelerates the vehicle when operated.

An electronic system which automatically operates the brakes while driving on a steep decent, thus preventing brake overheating and brake loss.

A system installed in the vehicle that assists in emergency braking and stops the vehicle on the spot.

An electric mechanism installed in the braking system that shuts-off the engine and helps the vehicle to maintain constant speed on all roads.

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Question:12

Is it permitted to drive a motor vehicle on an urban road while its high-beam headlights are on?

Yes.

No, unless the road is not properly lit and provided that other drivers are not blinded.

No.

Only during day time.

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Question:13

When you exit a dirt road on to a paved road.

There is no obligation to give right of way. It depends on the good will of the driver exiting the dirt road.

Give right of way to vehicle traffic on the roadway only when it is a two-way roadway.

Give right of way to vehicles coming from your right side only and then drive. Incoming traffic from your left side should yield.

Give right of way to vehicle traffic on the paved road from all directions.

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Question:14

What law is applied to a driver of a hand propelled vehicle?

Only two-wheelers are allowed to be powered by persons who don’t have a driver’s license.

Same as that applying to a vehicle driver.

Only private passenger vehicles are allowed to be powered by persons who don’t have a driver’s license.

Only all-terrain vehicles are allowed to be powered by persons who don’t have a driver’s license.

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Question:15

A vehicle that is approved for transporting children is:

A private bus or a public vehicle that has been licensed by the Ministry of transport .

Any motor vehicle that is driving children.

Any bus listed in a transportation company.

Any public bus on service route.

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Question:16

Which of the following types of vehicles is prohibited to cross a railroad?

A restricted vehicle with a maximum speed of 40 k.p.h.

A taxi carrying children on a special road trip ride, if there is no asphalt or cement road at a distance of 20 meters before the tracks.

All vehicles carrying, or designed to carry, at least 11 passengers besides the driver, if there is no asphalt or cement road at a distance of 20 meters before the tracks.

A commercial vehicle transporting, or designed to transport, hazardous materials, and vehicles in a length of 18 meters or more.

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Question:17

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.

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Question:18

When an intersection is posted with both traffic signs and traffic lights, the instructions of which has the priority over the other?

Traffic signs always have priority (a traffic light might malfunction)

A stop sign has priority over a non-flickering traffic light

A “right-of-way giving” sign has priority over a non-flickering traffic light

Traffic light signals (except for a flashing yellow light) have priority over a right-of-way sign

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Question:19

Define “path”:

Part of the width of the road designated for pedestrians only.

A part of the road, designed for motorcycle traffic only.

Lane or part of a lane that is not a road and designated for specific users.

A part of the road, which was marked by the “Israel’s Paths” Company.

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Question:20

Is a taxi driver exempt from wearing a seat belt while driving?

Yes, but only on urban roads, also when there are no passengers in the taxi.

Yes, but only on interurban roads.

Yes, but only on urban roads, when there are passengers in the taxi.

Yes, but only if it is specifically indicated by a traffic sign.

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Question:21

While driving on a road with two lanes in your direction of driving:

You are always permitted to drive on the left lane only.

You are obliged to drive in the right lane, unless you are overtaking or turning left.

You are permitted to drive on the right or left lane, according to the type of the vehicle.

You may drive on either lane, as long as you don’t cause any risk to traffic.

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Question:22

In which cases are you obliged to slow down?

You are only obliged to slow down in case of busy traffic.

When encountering or overtaking an animal.

There is no obligation to slow down. There is an obligation to drive carefully.

You are obliged to slow down in an urban road only.

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Question:23

Is a bus driver permitted to smoke while driving?

No, except on touring rides only.

No, except on a touring ride, when the passengers are foreign citizens and with their consent.

No.

Yes. The driver is separated from the rest of the passengers and therefore is permitted to smoke any time.

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Question:24

The license of a “new driver” shall not be renewed as a regular drivers license if he is convicted of the following offence:

Not obeying a red light or not giving right of way.

Driving a motor vehicle without valid insurance.

Not stopping by the stop line besides a traffic light.

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

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Question:25

How would you (vehicle no. 3) conduct yourself in the following turn?

Give right of way to the green vehicle (1).

Drive, you have right of way in the intersection (3).

Give right of way to the red vehicle (2).

Give right of way to both vehicles (1, 2).

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Question:26

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:27

Is the driver of a route service bus obliged to announce the stations along the route?

No. The driver is only obliged to announce about the arrival to the last station.

Yes, but only when entering secluded settlements.

Yes, but only on city rides.

Yes, if the bus doesn’t have a map of its route.

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Question:28

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:29

What is a taxi cab roof-sign?

A box in which the taxi meter is placed, and which must be lighted while the taxi is driving.

A device that registers the details of the bus ride on a disc.

A box used for storing a first aid bag.

A device installed on the roof of a taxi cab, which can be lighted, and is used for identification purposes.

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Question:30

Define “built dividing area”:

A separation area which divides the road lengthwise by means of an elevated structure above the road way

The area along a roadway, in which road users can stop, park their vehicles or stand in for refreshment

Any area that is marked on the road on which it is forbidden to drive

Any part of the road (pavement, hard shoulder, traffic island) which is elevated above the road way.

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