Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Can a driver refuse to undergo a Breathalyzer test after being requested to do so by a policeman?

Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because the policeman represents the health care system and not the law.

A driver is forbidden to refuse a policeman’s request to undergo a “breath test” or to give a blood/urine/saliva sample for testing.

Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because the test contradicts the Basic Law: Human Dignity and Liberty.

Yes, he is allowed to refuse, because of the Protection of Privacy Law.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

Which of the following signs indicate a single track level crossing?

130

128

133

134

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:3

What are the permitted driving directions according to the traffic signs in the following intersection?

Straight and left for busses only.

Straight in the direction of the arrow only for non-public vehicles.

All vehicles approaching will continue in the direction of the arrow.

Straight, for public transport only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:4

What is required by the following road sign?

Stop and be given right-of-way by traffic in the road that crosses.

The drivers in the road that crosses should give right-of-way.

Give right-of-way to vehicles coming from your right only.

Give right-of-way to traffic crossing on the road ahead.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:5

What effect does the distance between vehicles have on the overtaking process?

Short distance reduces the field of vision and increases the risk in overtaking.

The closer we are to the vehicle in front of us, the safer is the deviation while overtaking.

The distance between vehicles has no effect on the safety of overtaking.

The closer we are to the vehicle in front of us, the shorter and safer is the overtaking distance.

Category : Safety

Question:6

Is a “restricted vehicle” permitted to use a road in which the following traffic sign is placed?

Yes, driving at a minimum speed of 55 k.p.h.

Yes, driving at a maximum speed of 55 k.p.h.

Yes, on a freeway only.

No.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:7

How should one refer to a pedestrian crossing that is divided by a traffic island?

The pedestrian crossing should be considered as two separate crossings only when a garden separates between them.

A pedestrian crossing that is divided by a separation area in regarded as one long crossing.

There is no difference between a divided and a non-divided pedestrian crossing. They are both regarded as one crossing.

A pedestrian crossing that is divided by a traffic island shall be regarded as two separate pedestrian crossings.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:8

What is the first thing a driver should verify before driving an unfamiliar vehicle?

The identity of the vehicle’s owner and that the vehicle is not stolen.

That he is proficient in operating and using the controls of the vehicle.

That there are work tools, proper spare (reserve) tire, warning triangle and air compressor.

That the vehicle had gone through proper servicing on time.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

Which number marks the length of the “rear extension” of this vehicle?

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

In a vehicle with a manual (regular) gearbox, it is important to adjust the gears:

In old vehicles only.

In order to protect the tires.

In long descents.

In order to determine the driving speed.without strain on the engine.

Category : Safety

Question:11

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

Honk continuously to warn the tractor drivers.

Give right-of-way to an agricultural vehicle on a freeway.

Turn-on the lights and stay on the right of the road.

Slow down as you may encounter a heavy and slow agricultural vehicle.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:12

What is the meaning of the following road marking (where there is a lay-by and curbstones)?

A parking space for two-wheelers.

Stopping is permitted for certain types of vehicles, as indicated in the signpost in place.

Stopping in the marked area is permitted for all types of vehicles.

A place where stopping is permitted for non-motor vehicles only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:13

According to the law, while driving at night and in good weather conditions – what is the minimal distance that should be covered by the vehicle’s headlights?

The range of the headlights is not defined by law, and it is determined at the discretion of the vehicle’s manufacturer.

100 meters for the high beam, and 30 meters for the low(dipped) beam.

120 meters for the high beam, and 50 meters for the low beam.

150 meters for the high beam, and 60 meters for the low beam.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

What is a “Tachograph”?

A device installed by the vehicle’s owner under in accordance with the importer’s instructions, and traces the number of rounds of the wheels.

A device in a vehicle which has a disc that traces and records time, distance, driving speed and driver work hours.

A device that is installed in a vehicle in accordance with the importer’s instructions and that traces the vehicle’s speed in order to save on fuel.

A device that is installed in a vehicle and that registers vehicle-related technical data and allows the detection of technical malfunctions while driving.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

How is a driver required to adjust the vehicle’s head rest?

The upper edge of the head-rest should be aligned with the bottom line of the driver’s neck.

The lower edge of the head-rest should be aligned with the upper tip of the driver’s head.

The upper edge of the head-rest should be aligned with the upper tip of the driver’s head.

Proper adjustment of the driver’s head-rest is of no significance.

Category : Safety

Question:16

Can a person drive a vehicle immediately after taking medications which have effect on his fitness to drive?

No, unless 4 hours pass from the time he takes the medication

Yes, if these medications do not affect his level of driving

No.

Yes, when the medication has a lasting harmful effect

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:17

Which vehicles are permitted to pass other vehicles on their right side?

Vehicles driving on a bus lane.

It is only permitted when the roadway’s width exceeds 12 meters.

Only slow vehicles on an urban road.

Only motorcycles, when the roadway’s width exceeds 6 meters.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

A “new driver” that has not yet completed 2years or has not yet turned 21 years will not carry in a private passenger car:

More than one passenger besides himself, unless sitting beside him is a qualified escort.

Any passengers for as long as he is a “new driver”.

More than two passengers apart from himself, unless sitting beside him is a qualified escort.

More than four passengers besides himself, unless sitting beside him is a qualified escort.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

Which warning sign is sometimes placed before traffic sign 302?

135

301

139

150

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:20

How would you conduct yourself in case of brake overheating as a result of continuous braking?

Continue driving normally and don’t use the brakes much.

Use the parking brake temporarily.

Continue driving fast to ventilate the brakes.

Stop! Wait for the brakes to cool down and continue driving on very low gear.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:21

How should you use the gearbox while driving on a continuous descent?

The gearbox should be in high gear.

The gearbox selector should be in a low gear.

The gear used while driving on a continuous descent is of no importance, as long as the brakes function properly.

The gearbox handle should be in neutral gear.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:22

What is the meaning of the following traffic signs?

No left turn for public vehicles only.

A turn at the nearest left or nearest right turn is not permitted.

No left or U-turn.

No left U-turn only.

Category : Traffic Signs

Question:23

Which class of license is required for driving a commercial motor vehicle with an all up weight of more than 12,000 kg?

C1.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

Being familiar with the different systems in the driver’s compartment whilst driving:

Only contributes in a theoretical level, and has no other advantage.

Allows the driver to operate them automatically, without thinking.

Allows the driver to fully concentrate on the traffic and the road.

Allows the driver to blindly operate the vehicle systems.

Category : Safety

Question:25

When the hand (parking) brake light on the dashboard is turned on while driving:

It means that the handbrake is operated and should be released, because it activates the brakes.

It means that the handbrake is not operated and should be activated.

It means that the handbrake is ok. The light indicator is malfunctioning and should be replaced.

Everything is ok. It is a check light that should be on for as long as the handbrake is properly functioning.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:26

Are we permitted to ride or drive a vehicle when part of our body is sticking out of the vehicle?

It is forbidden, except on a motorbike.

It is only permitted for adult passengers.

Yes, when driving on dirt roads.

Yes, in a collector’s vehicle only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

When a “stop” sign is placed before a level crossing, the driver should:

Turn-off the radio, turn-on the headlights and listen and look along the tracks.

Stop the vehicle, turn-off the radio, open the window besides him and listen and look along the tracks.

Stop the vehicle, turn-off the engine, turn-off the radio and turn-on the headlights.

Shift into neutral gear, turn-off the radio and listen and look along the tracks.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:28

How is a driver required to conduct himself when a vehicle stops before him on approaching a pedestrian crossing?

He is prohibited from overtaking the vehicle that stopped before the crossing.

He is permitted to overtake if the pedestrian crossing has a traffic light.

He is permitted to overtake the vehicle that stopped before the crossing.

He is prohibited to overtake the other vehicle on an urban road only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

Wearing a seat belt as required:

Keeps the driver in an upright sitting position;

Reduces the extent of injury during an accident.

Keeps the driver alert.

Reduces the driver’s movement in his seat and prevents accidents.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

Question:30

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

Increased driving noise at high speeds.

Increased wear and tear of the gear box.

Rapid wear and tear of the steering wheel.

Accelerated wear and tear of the tyres and reduced vehicle stability.

Category : Know Your Vehicle

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