Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

What is a “U-turn”?

Any turn not in a right angle is called a U-turn.

A turn in which the driver turns back to the direction he came from (turns and drives to the opposite direction)

Only a turn in which the driver drives in a roundabout and returns to the direction he came from.

A turn in which the driver makes a 360 degrees round.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

If traffic sign 118 is placed at an intersection, which sign should be placed about 150 meters before the intersection?

117

205

208

207

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:3

In order to overtake safely, the overtaking driver should:

Start overtaking only when the road is clear in a sufficient distance, and verify while overtaking that the road is still clear.

Overtake only when a sign permitting overtaking is placed.

Overtake in a speed that exceeds speed limit, in order to clear the road way.

Always overtake at a slow speed and with patience.

Category : Safety

Question:4

When is it permitted to overtake a vehicle on its right side?

When the other vehicle drives in the right lane and signals left.

When the other vehicle indicates and positions itself to turn left.

When there is an open lane to the right of the other vehicle.

When the other vehicle is in the central lane and signals right.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:5

You are driving a vehicle that approaches the cyclist in the picture from behind. What risk might be posed by the cyclist ?

There is no risk. Pass the cyclist quickly.

The cyclist might pull onto the roadway or otherwise trip and fall into it.

The cyclist rides on the sidewalk (pavement) and therefore the bicycles pose no risk.

The cyclist is an adult and poses no risk.

Category : Safety

Question:6

How would you conduct yourself when approaching the intersection that is depicted in the following picture?

Stop anyway.

Always accelerate when entering the intersection, in order to avoid traffic disturbance.

Cross it safely.

Slow down and even stop if necessary in order to give right-of-way.

Category : Safety

Question:7

What is the meaning of this road sign?

Parking in the section following the traffic sign is prohibited for all commercial vehicles.

Parking is prohibited for commercial vehicles with an all up weight of more than 8,000 kg.

Parking in the section following the traffic sign is prohibited for commercial vehicles with an all up weight of more than 4,000 kg.

Parking in the area following the traffic sign is prohibited for commercial vehicles with an all up weight of more than 10,000 kg.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:8

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:9

A driver of a vehicle carrying oversize freight that cannot be overtaken by other drivers is obliged to:

Continue driving at normal speed, on the right side of the road. He is prohibited to pull down to the “hard shoulders”.

Slow down, if possible, cross the road’s edge and even stop on the “hard shoulder”.

Drive faster, so he doesn’t disturb the vehicles behind him.

Stop his vehicle and signal to the other vehicles to pass him by.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

When are we required to keep a more-than-customary distance from the vehicle driving in front of us?

When driving in low speed on an urban road.

When trucks or other heavy vehicles are in front of us.

Never: A distance of two seconds is always sufficient.

When visibility is poor, when driving on a slippery road or when we are tired.

Category : Safety

Question:11

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:12

Mark the correct sentence:

It is prohibited to park a vehicle on a pedestrian crossing or within a distance of 12 meters before it.

It is permitted to park vehicles on a pedestrian crossing on a non-urban road only.

It is prohibited to park vehicles within a distance of 20 meters before and after a pedestrian crossing.

It is prohibited to park vehicles on a pedestrian crossing and within a distance of 20 meters before it.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:13

How do dirty mirrors affect vehicle safety?

Dirt might damage the safety systems.

A clean vehicle helps to improve the driver’s concentration and general feeling.

A dirty vehicle endangers and pollutes its close environment.

They impair the driver’s vision.

Category : Safety

Question:14

It is prohibited to stand or park a vehicle on a road, if the vehicle’s width is more than:

4.80 meters.

2.25 meters.

2.10 meters.

2.50 meters.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

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:16

The following illustration shows an intersection with traffic signs. What is the correct manner of making a turn from street C to street A?

From lane 5 to lane 3.

From lane 5 to lane 4.

From lane 6 to lane 4.

From lane 5 to lane 3 or to lane 4.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

Is it permitted for vehicle drivers to drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol?

Yes, when they need to drive in order to receive medical treatment only.

Yes, for short-distance drives back home.

Yes, in accordance with doctor’s orders only.

It is absolutely forbidden.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

In the following illustration you can see a wide road. Which of the numbers within the illustration marks a lane?

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

What is a one-way street?

A street in which traffic movement is permitted in one direction only.

A road with only one lane.

A roadway in which one direction of traffic is open for all vehicles while the opposite direction is limited to public vehicles only.

A dead-end road.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Entrance to a one-way street.

Freeway ahead.

Follow the direction of the arrow. No entry for bicycles.

One-lane roadway ahead.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:21

How should a driver of a vehicle that was involved in a road accident with casualties conduct himself?

Drive to the police station and provide his Identifying details.

Inform the police about the accident within 72 hours.

Exchange identifying details with the rest of the people involved in the accident, and then there is no need to inform the police about the accident.

Provide casualties with first-aid to the best of his ability and training, call the rescue forces and wait in place until they arrive.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

What is the function of a vehicle’s retarder?

Serve as an alternative to the service brakes (foot brake), in order to stop the vehicle when it is under imminent danger during an emergency.

Assist the parking brake (hand brake) while parking on a steep descent.

Balance the engine’s function and regulate the motor rotations,

To reduce the vehicle speed, without using the vehicle’s braking system, e.g. during a long descent.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

What should a driver do when he approaches a road section on which oil was spilled?

Drive faster and avoid stepping on the brake pedal.

Slow down as moderately as possible, and avoid heavy l braking.

Move the wheel left and right intermittently while driving on the oil.

Continue driving normally, because the oil helps to increase tire-road friction.

Category : Safety

Question:24

Which of the roads in the following illustration is a one-way road?

Street A and street C.

Street B and street C.

Only street C.

Street A.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:25

Which of the following road signs marks a "freeway"?

Sign 218.

Sign 216.

Sign 217.

Sign 219.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:26

Is it specified by the following road sign which rules for giving right-of-way should be applied?

Yes. You have right-of-way since you are driving in the main road.

No. Right-of-way is determined according to lawful right-of-way rules or according to the traffic signs that are placed in the intersection.

Yes. According to this sign, right-of-way should be given to vehicles that come from the right only.

Yes. Right-of-way should be given to vehicles that come from the right and from the left.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:27

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

No entry for vehicle carriers.

No entry for vehicles, including trolleys.

No entry for horse drawn vehicles and non-harnessed animals.

Entry is permitted for horsemen only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:28

Who is responsible for keeping the vehicle roadworthy at all times?

The insurance company.

The vehicle’s manufacturer or importer.

The registered owner of the vehicle and the driver.

The Licensing Office.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

How would you shift to a lower gear while driving uphill in an automatic transmission vehicle, without moving the gear handle?

By taking the foot off the brake pedal without giving gas, in order to get the right speed.

By a sharp and quick pressure (“kick down”) on the accelerator, or by applying a designated electric switch.

By stepping firmly on the brake pedal.

By gradually stepping on the accelerator, until getting the desired result.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:30

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.

Category : Rules and Regulations

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