Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

On a narrow roadway, when two vehicles from opposite directions cannot pass together at the same time:

Right of way is given to a vehicle transporting more than 8 passengers.

Whoever arrives first has right of way.

The faster vehicle has right of way.

Both vehicles must keep as much as possible to the right and even pull into the “hard shoulders”.

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Question:2

When is it permitted to overtake another vehicle?

Only when the overtaken vehicle is a slow vehicle.

Only if the driver of the overtaken vehicle gives a signal to the driver of the overtaking vehicle.

Only when the overtaken vehicle is a motorcycle.

When the road is clear and you can overtake safely without causing danger to any other road user.

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Question:3

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.

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Question:4

Define “motor vehicle”:

A vehicle propelled by a diesel engine only

A vehicle propelled by a gasoline engine only.

A vehicle, propelled by any power or mechanical means.

A vehicle with at least two wheels.

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Question:5

How should a driver conduct himself when another vehicle suddenly emerges in his driving lane from the opposite direction, heading towards him?

Swerve to the left and drive on the opposite lane, which is currently free.

Honk and signal the other driver to get back to his lane.

Slow down, pull as far right as possible and even pull onto the “hard shoulder” if necessary.

Turn on his high beam and signal the other driver to get back to his lane.

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Question:6

The law allows driving in summer:

All the answers are incorrect.

When the lights dont work.

With no windscreen wipers.

When the treads of the tires are less than 1 mm deep.

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Question:7

Is it permissible to stop a vehicle next to another vehicle that is parking at the side of the road?

Yes, in an urban road only.

It is absolutely forbidden.

Yes, during “light time” only.

Yes, when the lane’s width exceeds 2.5 meters.

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Question:8

When is it forbidden for a person to drive any type of vehicle?

When he did not rest at least 8 hours before driving

When his physical or mental state might endanger other road-users

Before taking a medication and during the following 24 consecutive hours

As long as the driver holds a valid driver’s license, there is no law that prohibits him from driving

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Question:9

When are we not obligated to drive on the far right side of the right lane?

When turning right.

When approaching an intersection.

When turning left from a single-lane, two-way road.

Before a roundabout.

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Question:10

Is it permitted to make changes in the vehicle’s design or type?

The Owner of the vehicle is permitted to make changes in it as he pleases.

Yes, but provided that the owner of the vehicle notifies about it in advance and in writing to the vehicle’s manufacturer or agency.

Yes, but only if the change is made by a licensed garage.

Yes, but only with a written pre-approval of the Licensing Authority.

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Question:11

What is the legal definition of a “road”

Any place that is open for public passage, except for city streets

Asphalt or concrete paved road ways only.

The term “road” has no legal definition

Any rail, street, alley, square, passage, bridge and any other open space in which the public has a right to pass through

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Question:12

Sudden braking is permitted when:

It is the only way to prevent an accident.

The driver or any of the passengers suddenly want to get off the vehicle.

The driver wants to make a U-turn.

The driver realizes he is lost.

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Question:13

When a vehicle is forced to stop on an inter-urban road and the driver or one of the passengers is about to exit the vehicle:

The driver must wear a vest when exiting the vehicle, only if other vehicles are on the road.

The first person to get out of the vehicle must wear a standard fluorescent vest when exiting the vehicle or stepping out of it.

No obligation applies to this situation. Wearing a vest is obligatory on an urban road only.

Only the driver is obliged to wear a vest, and not any other person exiting the vehicle.

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Question:14

What should a driver do after parking his vehicle?

Turn on all the winkers.

Ensure that the vehicle remains immobile and cannot move

Place a warning triangle.

Place a “We’ll be back soon” sign.

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Question:15

Which vehicles are required to be equipped with a reflective traffic vest?

All motor vehicles except for motorcycles.

All motor vehicles except for tractors.

All motor vehicles.

All motor and non-motor vehicles.

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Question:16

When may a driver be in possession of only photocopies of his original vehicle documents?

Only a vehicle transport company is allowed to hold a photocopy of the vehicle registration

It is only permitted when the vehicle is owned by a corporation, and the photocopied documents’ validity is authorized by the safety officer’s signature and stamp on them.

When the vehicle is owned by a private person, and the photocopy is certified by the vehicle owner’s signature

Never. The driver must always be in possession of the original documents

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Question:17

Which of the following vehicles is allowed to drive against traffic on a one-way road?

Only security vehicles

Only private vehicles

Only vehicles with at least four passengers

Only bicycles and motorcycles

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Question:18

Who are obliged to act cautiously?

All road users.

Driving students only.

Only drivers.

Only pedestrians.

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Question:19

A driver exiting a gas station must give right of way:

To vehicles approaching from his left only.

To vehicles driving fast.

To all approaching vehicles on the roadway, from all directions.

To vehicles approaching from his right only.

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Question:20

When are you obliged to stop before a railway crossing?

When a “railway crossing” sign is placed.

When a “right of way for crossing traffic” sign is placed.

You don’t have to stop. Stop at your own discretion when a train is seen and is approaching.

When the train is seen, heard or sounds a warning signal.

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Question:21

Which of the following vehicles may enter the intersection first?

The cyclist (2).

The closest vehicle to the intersection.

The yellow bus (1)

The vehicle turning left (3).

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Question:22

Is it permitted to park a vehicle besides a pedestrian safety guardrail?

Yes, in order to load or unload passengers only.

Yes, for a short time only.

Yes, provided that there are no pedestrians besides the safety guardrail.

No, unless there is a signpost indicating otherwise.

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Question:23

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

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Question:24

You are driving vehicle no. 3 before an intersection without traffic signs. According to the rules of giving right-of-way, in what order should vehicles that arrived at the same time enter the intersection?

You enter first (3), the garbage truck comes second (1), and the private vehicle is last (2).

The garbage truck enters first (1), second is the private vehicle (2), and you go last (3).

You enter first (3), second is the private vehicle (2), and the garbage truck is last (1).

The private vehicle will go in first (2), you go second (3), and the garbage truck is last (1).

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Question:25

When a white unbroken separation line is marked on the roadway, is it permitted to overtake a vehicle that is lawfully driving on the road’s “hard shoulders”?

Yes, but provided that the overtaken vehicle is a motorcycle.

No, it is prohibited to overtake.

Yes, but provided that the overtaking vehicle doesn’t cross the unbroken white line with any of its wheels.

Yes, but only if the overtaking vehicle is slow.

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Question:26

What is the speed limit for a Class A motorcycle (unless indicated otherwise by any traffic sign)?

80 k.p.h on an urban road and 100 k.p.h on a freeway.

40 k.p.h on an urban road and 90 k.p.h on a non-urban road.

40 k.p.h on an urban road and 70 k.p.h on an inter-urban road.

50 k.p.h on an urban road and 80 k.p.h on an inter-urban road.

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Question:27

When is a driver obliged to signal?

When he approaches a level crossing with a barrier.

When he intends to change his driving lane.

When he arrives to a long uphill drive.

When he arrives to a steep descent.

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Question:28

On a steep descent, when driving on a narrow roadway that doesn’t allow 2 vehicles to pass at the same time:

Both vehicles should pull into the “hard shoulders”.

Right of way should be given to commercial vehicles weighing more than 4 tons.

The vehicle driving uphill should stop.

The vehicle driving downhill should give way and stop if necessary.

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Question:29

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.

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Question:30

How can a cellular phone be operated whilst driving?

Only by means of a “hands free device” that is installed in the vehicle and can be used without being held.

When the driver holds the phone with the right hand

Only by using earphones that are connected to both ears

It is absolutely forbidden to use a phone while driving

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