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.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

Which of the following traffic signs requires driving according to the road’s condition?

147

101

114

139

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:3

You are driving vehicle no. 3. To which of the following vehicles would you give right-of-way?

To none of them. You have right-of-way on the straight road (3).

To the motorcyclist (1) and to the cyclist (2).

To the cyclist only (2).

To the motorcyclist only (1).

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:4

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.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:5

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.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:6

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

Use the brakes only.

Slow down and shift to low gear. Refrain from prolonged brake use.

Drive faster in the ascent by shifting to high gear.

Drive faster and shift to high gear.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:7

Which of the following road signs does not terminate at the nearest intersection?

432

424

427

504

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:8

Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of a military policeman in uniform?

No, only for the purpose of stopping a vehicle

Yes, equally to a civil policeman

No, only as regards to the presentation of a driver’s license

Usually not

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

When is it obligatory to place a warning triangle?

Only when a malfunctioning vehicle is left unsupervised.

Only when a malfunctioning vehicle is left standing for more than 24 hours.

Whenever it is necessary to abandon a vehicle on the road.

Only when a malfunctioning vehicle is left standing on an urban road.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

The purpose of information road signs is to:

Instruct vehicle drivers what to do.

Provide information about places and directions.

Determine prohibitions.

Alert passersby about road hazards ahead.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:11

How would you drive on a wet road?

Accelerate until the end of the wet section – in order to enhance safety.

Step on the clutch pedal intermittently.

Slow down and drive at a reasonable speed, according to the road conditions.

The same as on a dry road. There is no difference.

Category : Safety

Question:12

How would you conduct yourself when approaching a place, as described in the picture?

Hoot to those standing by the vehicle, and make it clear that you intend on continuing driving without interruption.

Slow down and pull into the right “hard shoulder” until the opposite lane is cleared.

Stop at the right side of the road and wait for the rescue forces to arrive.

Slow down and stop if necessary, and give right of way to the traffic coming from the opposite direction.

Category : Safety

Question:13

When you see the following traffic sign before you:

Trucks are permitted to drive from your opposite direction.

You are entering a road with two lanes to each direction.

You are on a one-way road, which serves as a two-way road for vehicles with an overall weight of up to 3,500 kg.

You are entering a road section in which the traffic from the opposite direction is public transport only or any other vehicle permitted according to the sign.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:14

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:15

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Road works ahead.

Careful! Speed humps ahead.

Pedestrians ahead.

Careful! Rough road ahead.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:16

The boundary of the intersection / junction is determined by:

The stop lines on each of the roads that meet in the intersection

The place in which traffic signs are posted before the intersection

The imaginary line drawn between the pavements or kerbs of each road meeting the junction.

The meeting of two or more pedestrian crossings in the intersection

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

Does a-can of beer have a lesser effect on a driver compared to a whisky shot?

No. They both have a more or less equal effect on the driver’s ability to drive safely.

No, beer is not regarded as a drink which affects one’s driving.

Yes, beer has more alcohol than whisky.

No, the quantity of beer is greater and therefore its effect is greater.

Category : Safety

Question:18

For what reason do the following road signs have a different shape than other signs?

To enable pedestrians to notice road signs that are posted opposite their direction of walking.

Because these two road signs are less important than other signs.

To make them more recognisable to drivers, and so that they can also be seen and interpreted correctly even under poor visibility conditions.

Because these two road signs are more important than other signs.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:19

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:20

When is a driver of a motor vehicle required to dip the vehicle’s lights?

When driving backwards.

When entering a premises.

While searching for a parking spot.

When the vehicle is standing.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

At the junction marked and signposted as in the diagram, what is the correct way to turn right from road B to C?

From lane 7 to 6.

From lane 8 to 6.

From lane 7 to 6 or5.

From lane 7 or 8 to 6 or 5.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

No entry for private vehicles.

No entry for all motor vehicles, except for motorcycles without a side-car.

No parking for all vehicles.

No entry for all vehicles, except for private passenger vehicles.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:23

How will you recognize brakes overheating?

Irregular shaking of the vehicle.

The engine will lose its pulling ability.

The engine’s oil pressure indicator will light up.

By a lessening of braking efficiency and a smell of burned material.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:24

Is it permitted to tow more than one trailer?

Yes, but only with a permit of the Licensing Authority.

Yes, but only with a permit of the Controller of Road Transport.

Yes, but only with a permit of a policeman.

Yes, when carrying long freights it is permitted to tow more than one trailer, but it requires the approval of the safety officer.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:25

When would the following vehicles be able to continue driving?

Only when the barrier is completely opened and a green light is shown by the traffic light.

You should only refer to the barrier and not to the traffic light.

When the light in the traffic light changes to a steady yellow.

Immediately as the barrier starts to open and a flickering red light is shown by the traffic light.

Category : Safety

Question:26

When is it allowed to leave a vehicle standing in a position that is not parallel to the sidewalk (angular parking)?

It is absolutely forbidden.

In an urban road only.

When there is an angular marking on the roadway, and according to the marking.

In an urban road, on weekends only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

What is a driver obliged to do when an emergency vehicle on duty appears behind him?

Slow down and deviate to the right if the road has only one lane.

Stop on the right side of the road, away from the intersection, and allow the emergency vehicle to pass.

Slow down and allow the emergency vehicle to pass.

No action is required when an emergency vehicle approaches from behind.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:28

What should you do when you are about to start driving after stopping or parking at the side of the roadway?

You should signal with your left hand and swiftly merge with traffic. .

You should, before starting to drive, signal and then get on the road quickly.

Make a left-signal and drive. The other vehicle should give you right-of-way.

You should signal appropriately and ensure that you can merge with the traffic without endangering other road users.

Category : Safety

Question:29

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:30

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

Category : Rules and Regulations

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