Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

Reverse lights:

Should not be installed in any vehicle other than a private passenger car.

Are only turned on when the driver shifts into reverse gear, and only for as long as the reverse gear is activated.

Are turned on by a separate switch, and should be accompanied by a warning buzz.

Are used during “light time” only.

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Question:2

Is it obligatory to obey the directions of a policeman who has identified himself with an appropriate certificate?

No. you must only obey a traffic policeman who directs traffic in an intersection.

Yes, even if his directions contradict those of a road sign.

Generally not.

Yes, but only concerning traffic directions that are given within the intersection.

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Question:3

Where should vehicles drive in a road divided by a continuous white line?

On the right side of the line only

On the right side of the line, but it is permitted to drive on the left side of the line for overtaking.

On the left side of the separation line

The greater part of the vehicle should be on the right side of the line

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Question:4

How would you (vehicle no. 3) conduct yourself in the following intersection?

Give right of way to the motorcycle only (2).

Give right of way to the motorcyclist (2) and to the yellow bus (1).

Give right of way to the yellow bus only (1).

Drive forward carefully. The other drivers (of vehicles 1 and 2) must yield.

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Question:5

Which identifying details must be provided by a vehicle driver involved in a road accident with casualties?

His name. ID card number and telephone number,

If the vehicle’s number plates are intact and readable, there’s no need to provide any details.

His name, address, driver’s license number, vehicle’s registered number and name of vehicle’s owner.

Driver’s license number and vehicle’s registered number only.

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Question:6

How should you (vehicle no. 3) behave while you turn right in the following intersection?

Enter (3) the center of the intersection in order to prevent the blue vehicle from hitting the cyclist..

Allow the cyclist to continue riding and turn right behind him.

Overtake the cyclist, quickly and carefully, while he is waiting.

Honk loudly to the cyclist (1), so that he will allow you to complete the right turn.

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Question:7

Explain the term “axle” in a vehicle:

Shaft or system of drive shafts running the width of the vehicle, on which the wheels are installed.

The drive shaft that transmits the rotary motion from the gearbox to the differential.

A line along the vehicle, from bumper to bumper, which runs parallel to the vehicles longitudinal axis.

The back beam of the chassis, to which the towing pin of the truck tractor is connected.

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Question:8

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

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Question:9

What is the minimum distance that it is permitted to park near a fire hydrant?

Two meters in any direction from the fire hydrant.

Six meters from either side of the fire hydrant.

Twelve meters from either side of the fire hydrant.

Twenty meters from either side of the fire hydrant.

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Question:10

When is it allowed to leave a vehicle standing in a position that is not parallel to the sidewalk (angular parking)?

It is absolutely forbidden.

In an urban road only.

When there is an angular marking on the roadway, and according to the marking.

In an urban road, on weekends only.

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Question:11

What is the correct manner for leaving a vehicle standing in a roadway?

There is no restriction on how to leave a vehicle standing in a roadway.

Parallel to the road’s edge or according to the road’s marking.

Perpendicularly to the road’s edge.

In an angle of no more than thirty degrees from the kerb.

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Question:12

Who is required to hold the vehicle’s registration papers?

The driver while driving, even if he’s not the vehicle’s owner.

The garage that conducts regular treatments of the vehicle.

The vehicle’s owner, even when he’s not driving it.

The vehicle’s insurance company.

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Question:13

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:14

In case of a driver incurring 36 demerit points or more:

The Licensing Authority is not authorized to revoke his license based on the point system.

Only a court of law is allowed and authorized to revoke his license.

The Licensing Authority shall revoke his driver’s license for a period of three months and he will be required to undergo a theory exam..

The Licensing Authority may recommend a court of law to permanently revoke his license

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Question:15

Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of a military policeman, even when a certain direction or signal is opposed to the traffic signs?

Yes, it is obligatory to obey with full caution.

Yes, except for directions which contradict a no-entry sign.

No, it is not obligatory to obey

Yes, except for directions which contradict a stop sign.

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Question:16

Is it permitted to transport cargo in a private vehicle?

Yes, inside the vehicle, in the trunk(boot) or on the roof-rack..

It is absolutely forbidden.

Yes, provided that the weight of the cargo is no more than 1,000 kg.

Yes, only on the rooftop cargo carrier.

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Question:17

What is a “speed retarder”?

An electric or hydraulic mechanism, independent of the vehicle’s braking system, which decelerates the vehicle when operated.

An electronic system which automatically operates the brakes while driving on a steep decent, thus preventing brake overheating and brake loss.

A system installed in the vehicle that assists in emergency braking and stops the vehicle on the spot.

An electric mechanism installed in the braking system that shuts-off the engine and helps the vehicle to maintain constant speed on all roads.

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Question:18

Who is required to have an escort as a ”new driver” while driving a private passenger car?

Anybody receiving for the first time a driver’s license for private passenger cars, and is younger than 30 years of age.

Anybody receiving for the first time a driver’s license for private passenger cars, and is younger than 21 years of age.

Anybody receiving for the first time a driver’s license for private passenger cars or a C1 class license for light trucks.

Anybody receiving for the first time a driver’s license for private passenger cars, and is younger than 24 years of age.

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Question:19

Are passengers permitted to get in or out of the off side of a vehicle?

Yes, if it doesn’t disturb the passengers.

It is absolutely forbidden.

No, except for the driver and except for the passenger sitting next to him when the vehicle is parked on the left of the road.

Yes, if it doesn’t put the passengers and the driver at risk.

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Question:20

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 above the maximum speed limit.

Not stopping next to a “danger” warning sign.

Driving a motor vehicle while having a temporary insurance policy.

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

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Question:21

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

From lane 1 to lane 4.

From lane 1 or from lane 2 to lane 4.

From lane 2 to lane 3.

From lane 2 to lane 4.

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Question:22

What is a “pedestrian crossing”?

A part of the pavement that is marked for pedestrian crossing

A part of the road designated and marked for pedestrians to cross.

A part of the road edge that is marked for pedestrian crossing

A part of the road that is marked for pedestrian crossing, including the pavement

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Question:23

It is obligatory to install on the rear of a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of 12,000 kg or more:

Two white light reflecting strips.

Two rectangular tables colored in red/white.

Two triangular yellow-light reflectors colored in red/white.

Two round yellow-light reflectors, colored in red/white.

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Question:24

A police officer may revoke a driver’s license for a period of sixty days:

When the driver commits a traffic offence which doesn’t cause a road accident

When a driver involved in an accident is reasonably suspected of being responsible for causing injury or causing damage to property.

When the driver is caught speeding

When the driver commits a traffic offence in which a person is killed

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Question:25

When is it forbidden to overtake, or to try overtaking, another vehicle?

In a distance of 300 meters before a railway crossing.

When visibility is poor or when the field of vision is obstructed or limited.

During night time.

When driving uphill.

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Question:26

According to the traffic sign placed on the right, How would you conduct yourself on the road ahead?

Pay special attention to vehicles merging from the right.

Carefully merge with the vehicles driving on your left.

Give right of way to vehicles merging from the right.

Give right of way to the vehicles on the right turn.

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Question:27

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

From lane 1 or from lane 2 to lane 6.

From lane 1 or from lane 2 to lane 5.

From lane 2 to lane 5.

From lane 2 to lane 3.

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Question:28

Where in the vehicle should the fluorescent vest be kept (except for motor-cycles)?

In the driver compartment.

Next to the spare (reserve) wheel.

In the vehicle’s trunk.

In the vehicle’s engine.

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Question:29

How many number plates should be installed on a private passenger car?

One plate only in front,

One plate only at the vehicle’s rear..

Two standard plates, one in front and one at the vehicle’s rear.

As determined by the vehicle’s owner.

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Question:30

If a vehicle is lawfully photographed while committing an offence, who of the following is held responsible for the offense?

The driver’s employer.

The driver and the passenger besides him.

The vehicle’s owner, unless he proves that the vehicle was driven by another person and he identifies this person.

It is not important. The main thing is to have the fine paid.

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