Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

What is the responsibility of a vehicle owner as regards to an offence committed by his vehicle?

Absolute responsibility, unless he can prove that another person drove the vehicle at that time.

If he doesn’t drive the vehicle, he bears no responsibility.

The vehicle owner is only held responsible if he is present in the vehicle while another person is driving it.

The vehicle owner is responsible for it even if the vehicle is stolen.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

What should you do when driving on a narrow roadway and you are suddenly approached by a vehicle from the opposite direction?

Honk and signal with your hands for the driver to return to his lane.

Slow down and swerve as far to the right as possible, but don’t pull off the road.

Slow down, move as far to the right as possible and, if necessary, pull off the road.

Turn on your high beam and signal the other driver to return to his lane.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

How should you continue driving according to the following marking?

You are permitted to drive straight (ahead) or left.

You are permitted to drive left only.

You are permitted to turn left from all lanes.

You are permitted to drive right only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:4

Is it permitted to make a right U-turn where the following road sign is placed?

No.

Yes, when no other sign is placed to prohibit it.

It is permitted, even when a “no U-turn” sign is placed.

Yes, in daylight only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:5

Upon completion of the two year “new driver” period, a regular driver’s license will not be given to a “new driver” who was convicted of:

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

Driving a motor vehicle without valid insurance.

Driving without an escort.

Not stopping next to a “falling rocks” sign.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:6

What is the meaning of the road sign?

Early warning to destinations before an Inter urban junction.

Early warning to destinations before a junction in an urban area.

Early warning to destination before leaving an Urban area.

Early warning to destinations before a motor –way (Freeway).

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:7

The auxiliary (parking/hand) brake is used by the driver:

To reinforce the braking force of the service (foot) brake.

Only new drivers use the auxiliary brake.

To assist the driver when he begins driving on a steep uphill climb only.

To secure his vehicle from any movement.

Category : Safety

Question:8

Is it permitted to drive a vehicle while one of the doors is open?

No, unless the air-conditioning is out of order.

Yes, when there are no passengers in the vehicle.

Yes, when carrying oversized cargo.

It is absolutely forbidden.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

Can an owner of a valid driver’s license for a particular group of vehicle drive any vehicle of the same group?

Yes, provided that the driver can operate and use it proficiently

Yes, holder of a valid driver’s license can drive any vehicle, unconditionally

Yes, provided that he holds a police certificate, testifying that he can operate the vehicle proficiently

Yes, provided that he had not been found guilty of any traffic offence

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

Explain the term “independent brake”:

A device which causes the braking system to operate each wheel independently.

It is a device operated by the driver during continuous and steep descents.

A device within the braking system that brakes each wheel independently when the vehicle is slipping.

A spring loaded device that operates the braking system independently, and that starts operating when the air pressure in the braking system drops below its required level.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

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.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

What is the driver of the silver vehicle required to do according to the following picture?

Honk loudly and proceed in the right lane, because the driver of the vehicle that exits from the parking space acts against the law.

Slow down and allow the vehicle that exits from the parking space to merge in traffic.

Drive faster and move to the left lane.

Honk and continue driving without any change in position and speed.

Category : Safety

Question:13

According to the “point system”, when a driver incurs 12 to 22 points:

He shall be summoned to attend a corrective driving course and to undergo an exam.

He shall be required to undergo a medical check-up and a theory examination.

His driver’s license shall be revoked for a period of thirty days.

He shall be required to undergo a theory examination and his driver’s license shall be revoked.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

The one of the functions of the grooves in the tyre tread

To facilitate water drainage between the road and the tire and to prevent engine wear.

To facilitate water drainage between the road and the tire and to maintain tire air pressure,

To facilitate water drainage between the road and the tire and to prevent tire wear.

Is too allow water drainage from the tire on wet roads and greater friction and contact with the road..

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:15

Which factors affect the driver’s decision to shift to higher or lower gear?

The speed limit in that road section.

The vehicle’s speed, considering traffic condition, road condition and visibility.

When driving uphill, there is no consideration whether to shift to higher or lower gear.

The only affecting factor is the cumulative driving distance.

Category : Safety

Question:16

What effect does keeping distance have on the driver’s field of vision?

Keeping distance has no connection to the driver’s field of vision.

Keeping distance affects the driver’s field of vision while driving in high speeds and during stormy weather conditions only.

The greater is the distance we keep from the vehicle in front, the better is our field of vision.

Keeping distance affects the driver’s field of vision during traffic congestion only (“traffic jams”).

Category : Safety

Question:17

When is a driver obliged to wear eyeglasses or contact lenses?

When his driver’s license states that he must wear them while driving.

Only when he is driving during lighting up time, and provided that this requirement is stated on his driver’s license

Only when he is driving during night time, provided that this requirement is stated on his driver’s license

While driving in limited visibility and when he is dazzeled.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

What type of insurance covers the damage that is caused to other vehicles?

Directors insurance.

Third party insurance.

Fire insurance.

Obligatory insurance.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

Which traffic sign should be placed about 300 meters before a level crossing?

128

130

133

131

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:20

What should a driver do when he detects a safety failure in the steering wheel or brakes while driving?

Continue driving carefully until the nearest garage.

He should stop driving only if the failure is in the ignition or fuel system.

Stop driving immediately.

Identify the source of the problem and try to overcome it.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:21

How would you (vehicle no. 2) conduct yourself in the following intersection?

Continue driving carefully, while keeping eye contact with the yellow vehicle (1) which should yield.

Wait and allow the yellow vehicle (1) to cross before you.

Stop (2) before entering the intersection and observe the condition of the traffic and of the traffic signs.

Give right of way to the yellow vehicle (1), because it is coming from your right.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

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.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

Does drinking alcohol cause sleepiness?

Drinking alcohol causes sleepiness among young drivers only.

No.

Yes.

Only while driving during daytime.

Category : Safety

Question:24

A 17yr. old Israeli born citizen applies for a driving license.Which physician is certified to perform a medical examination for his application?

A physician who has been treating the license applicant for at least five years.

A physician who has been treating the license applicant for at least two years.

A physician who has been treating the license applicant for at least seven years.

A physician who has been treating the applicant for at least three years.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:25

The shape of warning signs are:

Usually triangular with its top pointing upwards.

Almost always round.

Square or rectangle.

Usually triangular with its top pointing downwards.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:26

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Pedestrian crossing about 150 meters ahead.

Suspended pedestrian bridge.

Path for pedestrians only.

give right of way to pedestrians crossing on the marked area.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:27

What are the risks of driving in high speeds?

Serious damage to the vehicles front tires and steering system.

Fast wear and tear of the engine.

There is risk in driving in high speeds.

Reduced ability of stopping the vehicle in time in order to prevent an accident, and even loss of control over the vehicle.

Category : Safety

Question:28

When is it permitted to use the “white reversing light”?

While driving in reverse, combined with the reverse gear only.

While parking in a roofed parking lot.

When visibility is poor for any given reason.

During fog or pouring rain.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

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

Yes, when the following road sign is placed in an intersection, right-of-way is given to vehicles that continue driving straight only.

Yes, when the following road sign is placed in an intersection, right-of-way is given to public vehicles only.

No, right-of-way rules are determined according to the traffic load.

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

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:30

When traffic sign 401 is placed at an entry to a road, which traffic sign should be placed at the entry from the opposite side of the same road?

618

307

401

402

Category : Traffic Signs

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