Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Define “commercial vehicle”:

A motor vehicle used or designed to carry goods.

A motor commercial vehicle designed to transport people or carry goods for hire, provided that it is indicated in its registration document.

A motor vehicle used or designed to carry passengers and goods.

A motor vehicle used or designed to carry goods, and weighing over 8,000 kg only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

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:3

Is it permitted to stop or park a vehicle after a pedestrian crossing?

It is only allowed at night.

No.

Yes.

It is forbidden within a distance of twelve meters after the pedestrian crossing.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:4

What are you required to do when the signal in the picture displays a flashing red light?

Always stop before the level crossing, and don’t continue driving until the flashing stops.

You may continue driving straight carefully after stopping first.

Proceed – it is permitted to drive straight when the road is clear.

Drive slowly while passing the crossing.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:5

Where would you load heavy freight on a truck’s freight platform?

The positioning of the heavy freight is non-significant.

From the rear axle to the direction of the driver’s compartment.

In the front part of the freight trunk.

Behind the rear axle.

Category : Safety

Question:6

Why is it required to keep a distance from our front, rear and sides?

To limit our field of vision and our ability to use the “hard shoulder”.

To avoid smoke and dirt from other vehicles.

To allow other two-wheelers to safely merge with traffic.

To ensure response time and space to avoid threats from other vehicles.

Category : Safety

Question:7

Where is the biggest “blind spot” in a commercial vehicle?

It depends on the size of the vehicle’s rear view mirror: The larger it is, the bigger is the dead spot in front.

On the vehicle’s left side.

At the vehicle’s rear.

On the vehicle’s front.

Category : Safety

Question:8

Which of the following sentences is correct regarding the duty to carry passengers on a public vehicle?

It is not obligatory to drive any passenger and it is prohibited to charge more than the stated priced for that ride.

It is permitted to charge more than the stated priced for that ride – when the driver is tired.

It is obligatory to carry any passenger that is willing to pay for the ride.

It is obligatory to carry every passenger and it is permitted to charge more than the stated price – if the passenger’s consents.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

When is it required to operate the parking (hand) brake whilst parking?

Only when the vehicle is parked on a steep descent.

Always.

Only when the vehicle is parked uphill.

Only on a wet road.

Category : Safety

Question:10

What would happen if the weight exerted on the tractor’s rear hydraulic arms is too high or far away from the tractor?

The front wheels would lift in the air.

The pressure and load would cause the tractor’s rear wheels to explode.

The heavy load would damage the hydraulic system.

The tractor chassis might be seriously damaged.

Category : Safety

Question:11

How is a driver supposed to deal with a situation in which pedestrians are crossing his driving lane on a crossing whilst he is making a right turn?

He should continue driving, because vehicles have priority of passage in intersections and therefore pedestrians must wait.

Slow down and even stop, and allow the pedestrians to cross at the pedestrian crossing.

Honk to warn the pedestrians and continue driving into the intersection.

Continue driving into the intersection, regardless of the pedestrians.

Category : Safety

Question:12

How would you conduct yourself according to the situation depicted in the following picture?

Drive faster and honk to keep the children away from the roadway so you don’t hit them.

A pedestrian crossing is not marked on the roadway and no “play street” sign is posted. Continue driving normally.

Continue driving. The children shall act responsibly and avoid crossing the road when noticing an approaching vehicle.

Glance at the mirrors, slow down, follow the children movement on both sides of the roadway and – if required – stop to avoid endangering them.

Category : Safety

Question:13

How can we minimize the risk of brake loss while driving on a mountain road?

It is advisable to use the brakes without utilizing the engine’s braking power.

Drive in anappropriate (low) gear and avoid excessive use of the brakes.

Don’t use the brakes much and stay on high gear.

Do not change gears along the mountain road.

Category : Safety

Question:14

How should you conduct yourself when a “stop” sign is placed before a railway crossing?

You must stop when an approaching train is seen or heard.

You have to stop during the night. There is no obligation to stop during the day.

Stop the vehicle, turn off the radio, television or tape set, and open the window next to you.

Stop, as in any other place in which a “stop” sign is placed, and then continue driving.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

Which vehicle is regarded as a “commercial vehicle”?

All vehicles besides private vehicles and passenger vehicles.

Any vehicle used to support the livelihood of its owner or driver.

A vehicle used or designed to transport freight for hire, for the purpose of the vehicle owner’s business and trade.

Vehicles used to carry goods for hire only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:16

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.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

How many years after its manufature will a license of a towing vehicle not be renewed?

19 years.

15 years.

11 years.

23 years.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

What is an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) System?

A system that prevents the possibility of a braking system malfunction.

A system that prevents the possibility of a steering system malfunction.

A system that prevents loss of control while skidding and keeps the vehicle on course.

A system that prevents the vehicle’s wheels from locking during an emergency braking, thus maintaining the vehicle’s steering.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:19

What are you required to do according to the following road sign?

Slow down and follow the right-of-way rules at the crossing area.

Stop and give right-of-way to a light rail.

Continue driving normally. You have right-of-way in the crossing area.

Drive carefully and do not cross any light-rail track.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:20

Driver of a “tour vehicle” must be:

First degree graduate in Land of Israel Studies and holder of class D or D1 driving license.

A driver approved by the Ministry of Transportation and holder of type D or D1 driving license.

A certified tour guide approved by the Ministry of Environmental Protection and holder of type D or D1 driving license.

A certified tour guide approved by the Ministry of Tourism, and holder of type D or D1 driving license.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

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

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

When driving on a narrow downhill road, you should give right of way to vehicles driving uphill in the following instances:

Only on an urban road.

Only if a dangerous descent sign is placed.

When the road section is too narrow to allow both vehicles to pass each other at the same time.

Only if the weight of the vehicle driving uphill is more than four tons.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

What should a driver verify before lifting his car to change a wheel?

He must ensure, in all possible ways that the vehicle cannot move.

That the auxiliary (parking/hand) is secured until the wheel is taken off, and then released while the new wheel is installed.

That the auxiliary (parking/hand) brake is released until the wheel is taken off, and then tightened while the new wheel is installed.

That the auxiliary (parking/hand) is free and released, and that the vehicle is in low gear during the entire course of the wheel change.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:24

What sign denotes the number of kilometers of the road?

629p.

611

612

630

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:25

From the answers before you, where especially should a driver slow down?

On an inter-urban road.

In a congested area.

Whilst driving on a main road.

Whilst driving on an inter city road without a built central divider.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:26

In which cases are you legally obliged to slow down?

When the road is obstructed, or having poor visibility or sharp bends.

Before and during overtaking, for increased safety.

In a place that is shaded by a boulevard of high trees.

When you approach a place in which delinquent activity might take place.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

Who is exempt from paying taxi fare?

Every three children pay one ticket.

One child under 5 years that is accompanied by an adult.

Every child under 5 years.

No one. The exemption is only relevant to bus rides.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:28

The speed limit for an commercial tractor (mule) on an inter-urban road is:

According to the manufacturer’s manual.

According to road conditions and traffic signs.

50 k.p.h.

40 k.p.h.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

As of November 1st each year, every commercial vehicle with an all up weight exceeding 10,000 kg should carry:

A certification that the lights system functions properly.

A certificate that it had passed a winter check or an annual test that was conducted on August or afterwards.

A certification that the steering system functions properly.

A spedometer calibration certification.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:30

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

It is forbidden to exceed the speed indicated in the sign (in k.p.h).

Road for motor vehicles that are permitted and capable of driving at least the speed indicated in the sign (in k.p.h).

Speed limit of 55 k.p.h.

It is forbidden to drive slower than the speed indicated in the sign (in k.p.h).

Category : Traffic Signs

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