Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

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:

Driving a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs.

Not stopping next to a “stop” sign before an intersection.

Not placing a warning triangle while his malfunctioning vehicle was left standing on the road.

Driving a motor vehicle without valid insurance.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

A policeman is permitted to issue a “vehicle non-use notice” (taking a vehicle off the road) when:

The vehicle’s fuel consumption exceeds the level that was determined by the vehicle’s manufacturer.

The vehicle’s oil consumption is excessive.

The vehicle’s tire air pressure is less than half of the required level.

The vehicle causes air pollution beyond permitted levels.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

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

128

130

133

131

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:4

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

You are on a roadway that has right-of-way.

No vehicle parking.

Slow down and prepare for stopping.

End of road that has right-of-way.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:5

When is it permitted to pass more than one vehicle during one overtaking maneuver?

It is permitted in a straight and level roadway only, and prohibited in any other type of road.

Never: You are lawfully obliged to overtake only one vehicle during an overtaking maneuver, and to return to the right lane.

When overtaking is not restricted, and there is enough space in the overtaking lane for safe completion of the overtaking maneuver.

It is permitted when you overtake small vehicles only, and prohibited when you overtake big vehicles.

Category : Safety

Question:6

How can we reduce air pollution caused by the vehicle’s gas emissions?

By washing the vehicle’s fuel tank once a month.

By keeping the engine and its surroundings clean.

It is impossible to reduce air pollution. It is a constant factor in the vehicle.

By regular maintenance of the vehicle’s engine and other systems.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:7

What is the consequence of tyre pressure that is too low?

Low tire air pressure has no effect on driving.

Increased driving noise.

Increased fuel consumption and air pollution.

Easy-to-turn steering wheel.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:8

What should a driver do after parking his vehicle?

Turn off the engine, place a warning triangle and lock the vehicle’s doors.

Engage the parking brake,Turn off the engine, and remove the key from the ignition switch. .

Remove the key from the ignition switch, place a warning triangle and pull the handbrake.

Place the parking tag on the left side of the windshield, in a place that is clearly visible to the municipal inspector.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

It is prohibited to drive too close to the vehicle in front of you:

During the dark only.

Only when the weight of the vehicle in front is more than 4 tons.

On a steep descent and only after a “dangerous descent” sign.

Because it might brake suddenly.

Category : Safety

Question:10

When a driver is approaching a high point or a place in which his field of vision is obstructed, he should:

Continue driving in normal speed.

Turn on the four winkers (distress lights) to warn other drivers.

Drive faster and use the road’s “hard shoulders”.

Slow down and drive at a reasonable speed, which corresponds with his field of vision.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

What is the obligatory number of rest days per year for a driver of a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of more than 6,000 kg?

At least two days per month.

At least 52 days.

At least 31 days.

In accordance with the collective labor agreement.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:12

What are the vehicle’s control systems?

Brakes, steering and accelerator.

Braking, steering and sound.

Steering, acceleration and air-conditioning.

Braking, steering and air-conditioning.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:13

What is the meaning of this sign?

Taxi rank. No entry to the street in which the sign is placed.

The end of the Taxi Rank.

The beginning of a public bus station.

Taxi rank. Parking and stopping is forbidden to all other vehicles.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:14

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:15

Is it permitted for any person, apart from the driver, to be inside a vehicle while being towed?

Passengers who were inside the car when it broke are allowed to stay inside.

No.

Yes, provided that they wear seat belts.

One accompanying person is allowed.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:16

What is the main function of the auxiliary brake (hand/parking brake)?

To assist new drivers in downhill braking.

To make sure that the vehicle doesn’t move while parked.

The auxiliary brake (hand/parking brake) has no function and it shouldn’t be used at all.

To enhance the braking capacity of the service/leg brake.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:17

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Careful, speed bumps ahead.

Careful, falling rocks.

Road works ahead.

Archeological works ahead.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:18

What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

You are on a road that has right-of-way.

Police “speed trap” ahead.

You are on a roadway that has no right-of-way.

Public transportation roadway.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:19

Is it permitted to drive on a separation area?

Yes, but only in order to cross it.

No, unless otherwise marked by a traffic sign.

Yes, always.

Yes, when the separation area is paved.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:20

Which of the following three vehicles is not in the correct lane, according to the traffic sign?

All three are driving according to the law.

The light (private) vehicle (1).

The fire-engine (2).

The purple pickup truck (3).

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

How would you conduct yourself according to the picture?

Glance at the mirrors, slow down and stop if necessary.

Drive faster and honk gently.

Honk for warning and continue driving in normal speed.

Honk loudly to warn pedestrians.

Category : Safety

Question:22

The following penalties may be imposed by a court of law on a driver convicted of committing a traffic offence:

Revoking a driver’s license, prison term, fine and other lawful penalties.

Fine or only suspended prison term.

Revoking a driver’s license or only suspended prison term.

Fine, active prison term or only suspended prison term.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

Define “one way street”

Any path in which vehicle traffic is allowed in one direction only

Any roadway in which vehicle traffic is allowed in one direction only

Any roadway in which only motor vehicle traffic is allowed in one direction only

Any roadway in which vehicle traffic is allowed in both directions

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

Which accessories reduce the severity of injury in a road accident?

Rear wipers and head rests.

Seat-belts, head-rests and air bags.

Fog lights and orthopedic seats.

The brake and clutch pedals.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:25

What are you required to do when during a night drive you are confronted with a vehicle that doesn’t dip its lights and blinds you?

Slow down and keep as much as possible to the right.

Turn on the high beam to overcome the blinding effect of the other vehicle.

Drive faster to shorten the duration of being blinded.

Keep driving with a low beam at your current course and speed

Category : Safety

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 meaning of the following traffic sign?

The number of a regional road.

The distance to the nearest roadway (in k.p.h).

The number of a freeway. (Motorway)

The distance to the nearest intersection (in k.p.h).

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:28

When you approach a railway crossing and an approaching train is seen, heard or sounds a warning signal:

You should stop before the railway crossing until the train passes.

If the train is far, you should quickly cross the rails.

You should accelerate and cross the rails before the train arrives, in a careful and watchful manner.

You should carefully cross the rails, in any fitting speed.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

What is the main risk of driving in reverse?

Causing damage to the vehicle’s tires, when approaching the sidewalk or sharp objects.

The presence of road users in the driver’s “blind spots” and the chance of hitting them.

Lack of control over a slow and steady driving speed due to gear restrictions.

Causing damage to the steering system, because the wheel is used oppositely to its normal use while driving forward.

Category : Safety

Question:30

According to the driving work hours’ regulation, can freight-handling be accounted as driving?

No. Other than breaks and waiting periods, all other vehicle related activities are not accounted as driving.

Yes. Freight handling, arranging, loading and unloading is lawfully accounted as driving hours.

Yes, but not more than one hour a day.

No. Only actual driving, and not any other vehicle related action, is accounted as driving.

Category : Rules and Regulations

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Theory test for trucks (lorry)