Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

When a no stopping sign (433) is placed on the right side of a two-way highway:

Stopping is prohibited on both sides of the vehicle.

Stopping is prohibited on the right side of the roadway and on the hard shoulder.

Stopping is prohibited on the roadway only.

Stopping is prohibited on the hard shoulder only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:2

What is the maximum freight height (when the freight is in one unit) permitted on a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of more than 15,000kg (without a permit from a police officer)?

3.50 meters.

4.80 meters.

4.20 meters.

3.80 meters.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Winding road ahead.

Narrow and winding road ahead.

Bend to the right and then bend to the left.

Hairpin curve ahead.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:4

The “hard shoulders” are not designed for vehicle traffic, except for:

Hand propelled vehicles, tractors and slow moving vehicles, which delay the traffic behind them.

Private vehicles and motorcycles, in order to give right of way to buses.

All vehicles are prohibited to drive on the “hard shoulders”.

Taxis, in order to overtake other vehicles.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:5

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Careful, electric bus ahead.

Careful! Local train ( or tram) crosses in both direction on the road ahead.

Careful, railway crossing.

Passenger train station.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:6

What risks are expected when the bus driver makes a sudden brake?

Being hit by a parked vehicle.

Injuring the bus passengers.

Over heating of the brakes.

Skidding and rolling over while driving uphill.

Category : Safety

Question:7

Who has the authority to revoke a driving license?

A court of law, the Israel Police, the Road Safety Medical Institute.

A court of law and the Israel Police only.

The Licensing Authority, a court of law, the Israel Police.

The Licensing Authority and a court of law only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:8

Is a motorcycle permitted to tow other vehicles?

Yes, but only during the dark and without endangering anyone

Yes.

No, a motor vehicle with 3 wheels or less is prohibited to tow.

Yes, when the towed vehicle is a two-wheeler.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

Is it permitted for a motorcycle owner to replace the motorcycle’s original-size tires with tires of a different size?

Yes, but only on motorcycles with a sidecar.

No, unless he obtains a pre-approval to do so from the Licensing Authority.

Yes, provided that the new size deviates within 10% of the size indicated in the vehicle’s registration document.

Yes, he may save fuel that way.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

What should you do when your driving lane is obstructed?

You should use the horn and cross the obstacle in front.

Go! You have “right of way” in the road that is in front of you.

You should pass through the sidewalk, if it is free.

You should give right-of-way to vehicles that are coming from the opposite side.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

Is it permitted to load or unload passengers on a freeway (motorway)?

Only in day light.

Only for a public vehicle.

Yes, provided that the road edges are wide.

It is absolutely forbidden.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

What is the risk in braking while being forced to pull onto the “hard shoulder”?

The Vehicle may spin as a result of braking on different types of road surfaces that have different grades of friction.

Loss of steering ability as a result of excessive air pressure in the tires.

Loss of steering ability as a result of excessive brake use.

Vehicle spinning, because its front wheels become locked.

Category : Safety

Question:13

What should you do if a vehicle suddenly approaches you while you are being overtaken by another vehicle?

Make a complete abrupt stop in the right lane.

Deviate as far as possible to the right and do not increase your speed.

Honk to warn the overtaking driver.

Drive faster to exit the danger area.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

When driving behind a slow vehicle on a roadway while a continuous centre white line is marked to your left:

You are only permitted to overtake if the slow vehicle is a non-motor one.

You are permitted to overtake if the vehicle in front drives slow for a long time

You are permitted to overtake, unless a prohibitory sign is placed.

You are permitted to overtake, providing you do not cross the continuous centre line..

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

What is considered as a proper vehicle maintenance frequency?

As required, and according to the pace in which malfunctions are detected in the vehicle.

At the discretion of the vehicle’s owner only.

The maintenance frequency recommended by the vehicle’s manufacturer.

As recommended by the insurance company.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:16

What should a driver do after parking his vehicle?

Turn on all the winkers.

Ensure that the vehicle remains immobile and cannot move

Place a warning triangle.

Place a “We’ll be back soon” sign.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

When entering a curve and driving through it a driver is required to:

Accelerate at the entry to the curve and slow down in the middle of it.

Accelerate to ensure smooth turning.

Slow down and maintain a constant speed

Stay close to the middle of the roadway to ensure vehicle stability.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

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:19

How would you start the engine of an automatic transmission vehicle?

Make sure the gear handle is in (D) and the hand brake is released.

Make sure the hand brake is applied, and the gear selector is in (P) or (N).

The selected gear is of no significance. Just make sure that the hand brake is not released.

Make sure the gear selector is in (R) and the hand brake is released.

Category : Safety

Question:20

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.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

It is prohibited to make a U-turn:

When he drives a vehicle longer than eight meters.

When the turn cannot be seen by a driver from any other direction.

When he is in a two-way roadway.

If a road sign prohibiting left turn is placed.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of an authorized municipal inspector, even when a certain direction or signal is opposed to the traffic signs?

Yes, except in the case of a “stop” sign

No, it is not obligatory to obey

Yes, it is obligatory to obey, with full caution

Yes, except in the case of a “no-entry” sign

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

What type of vehicle is obliged to have its inside lights turned-on during “light time”?

Taxis.

None: Inside lights in vehicles should not be turned-on. The light reflects in the front windshield and disturbs the driver.

Any commercial vehicle transporting passengers for hire.

Buses.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

When a “stop” sign is placed before a level crossing, the driver should:

Turn-off the radio, turn-on the headlights and listen and look along the tracks.

Stop the vehicle, turn-off the radio, open the window besides him and listen and look along the tracks.

Stop the vehicle, turn-off the engine, turn-off the radio and turn-on the headlights.

Shift into neutral gear, turn-off the radio and listen and look along the tracks.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:25

Who is required to certify that the meter is properly functioning if its seal is disconnected?

Only a qualified service provider.

The taxi owner, who is required to sign the certification.

The Licensing Office near the driver’s place of residence.

The Controller of Road Traffic.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:26

Why is it necessary to use the handbrake for parking only?

The parking brake cannot be used as an emergency brake.

Because its handle or lever is not convenient to operate.

Because its life span is short and shouldn’t be wasted on regular braking.

Because the parking brake doesn’t work on all the wheels and it doesn’t have much power.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:27

What is the function of the ABS system?

To prevent tire wear.

To prevent excessive use of the vehicle’s brakes.

To serve as an additional brake in case of danger.

To enable control and steering of the vehicle during braking.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:28

Is it permitted for a bus, which uses a public transportation lane, to overtake an overtaking vehicle?

Yes, but only on inter-urban roads.

Yes.

Yes, but only if there are no passengers on the bus.

Yes, but only if it overtakes a commercial vehicle.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

What is the meaning of the green arrow in the traffic light?

Keep driving straight or right only.

You may continue driving in the direction of the arrow only.

Only public vehicles are permitted to turn in the direction of the arrow.

Cross the intersection and clear it quickly, in every direction you want to go.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:30

What is instructed by the following traffic signs?

Weight restriction – 60 tons.

Special speed limit: It is prohibited to drive faster that the speed limit that is indicated on the sign (in k.p.h).

Special speed: It is prohibited to drive faster than the speed that is indicated in the sign under foggy or hazy conditions.

It is prohibited to drive faster than 60 k.p.h during the night. During the day, however, it is permitted.

Category : Traffic Signs

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