Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

To whom should a holder of a driver’s license or vehicle registration report a change of address within 15 days?

The Ministry of the Interior.

The Ministry of transportation.

The Israel Police.

The court.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:2

When there is a “no left turn” sign in an intersection:

It is permitted to make a U-turn when there is an arrow pointing to the right only.

It is permitted to make a U-turn from any lane.

It is permitted to make a U-turn when no traffic disturbance is caused and when the U-turn is not prohibited by any traffic sign or marking.

It is permitted to make a U-turn for private vehicles only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:3

As of November 1st each year, every commercial vehicle with an all up weight exceeding 10,000 kg should carry:

A certification that the lights system functions properly.

A certificate that it had passed a winter check or an annual test that was conducted on August or afterwards.

A certification that the steering system functions properly.

A spedometer calibration certification.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:4

What should you do when approaching a railway crossing and a warning signal is given before you reached the crossing:

Stop and don’t continue driving.

Slow down only when a signaler turns on a warning signal.

Slow down only if you see an approaching train.

Ignore the signal and continue driving. You were there before the signal.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:5

When is it permitted to drive on a pavement?

It is permitted to drive on the sidewalk when one wants to cross it in order to enter/exit a yard or building.

It is absolutely prohibited to drive on the sidewalk.

It is permitted to drive on the sidewalk when it is free of pedestrians.

It is permitted to drive on the sidewalk when the road is blocked or obstructed

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:6

Apart from a driving instructor, who may escort a “new driver”?

Any holder of a valid driving license for the same class of vehicle, and aged at least 24 yrs old.

A holder of a driving license for the same class of vehicle for at least 3 years and aged at least 30 yrs old, or a holder of a license for at least 2 yrs and aged at least 35 yrs old.

Any person who has not been convicted for any traffic offence during the past two years.

A holder of a driving license for the same class of vehicle for at least 5 years and aged at least 24 yrs old, or a holder of a license for at least 3 yrs and aged at least 30 yrs old.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:7

What is “night time”?

The period of time in which it is required to turn on the vehicle’s parking lights

A period of heavy fog only

The period of time that starts 15 minutes following sunset and ends 15 minutes before sunrise

The period of time between sunset and the following sunrise.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:8

What is “all up weight”?

A vehicle’s own weight, plus the weight of the people and freight that the vehicle is permitted to drive or carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority.

It is fixed weight: 3,500 kg for light freight; 12,000 kg for medium freight; 15,000 kg for heavy freight.

A vehicle’s own weight plus the weight of the freight that the vehicle is permitted to carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority, excluding the weight of the driver and passengers.

A vehicle’s own weight minus the weight of the people and freight it is permitted to drive or carry, as approved by the Licensing Authority.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:9

Is it permitted to stop a vehicle alongside a pedestrian guardrail?

No, unless there is a signpost indicating otherwise.

It is permitted within the area of a high school only.

It is allowed in an urban road.

It is permitted within the area of an elementary school only.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:10

In a work vehicle:

It is prohibited to transport passengers but it is permitted to carry freight.

It is prohibited to carry freight but it is permitted to carry up to 6 passengers in the vehicle’s trunk.

It is permitted to transport passengers and to carry freight.

It is prohibited to carry freight or transport passengers, except in the driver’s compartment.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:11

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:12

When are we not obligated to drive on the right hand side of the road?

When overtaking.

When turning right.

Before a roundabout.

When approaching an intersection.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:13

What is the maximum permitted height - above the road’s surface -for a loaded commercial vehicle with an all up weight of between 3,501 and 8,000 kg?

3.50 meters.

4.00 meters.

3.00 meters.

2.50 meters.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:14

Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of a policeman in uniform?

Yes, always, while taking extra precautions

No, only to the directions of a traffic policeman

No, only if the policeman is on duty

Yes, only as regards to traffic directions

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:15

How would you mark a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of more than 12,500 kg?

With two light-reflecting stripes on the rear bumper.

It is not obligatory to mark a vehicle that doesn’t have a rear wall with light reflectors.

With two light-reflecting plates in the rear.

With 4 light-reflecting stripes, 2 vertical and 2 horizontal.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:16

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:17

Which type of "city policing" vehicle is permitted to emit a blue light with a flashing yellow light?

Rescue vehicles.

Ambulances.

Integrated policing vehicles.

Fire fighting vehicles.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:18

The license of a “New driver” will not be renewed as a regular drivers license, if he is convicted of:

Driving a motor vehicle without valid insurance.

Not placing a warning triangle before a malfunctioning vehicle that stands on the road.

Not stopping in an intersection where a “give right-of–way” signpost is placed.

Driving a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or intoxicants.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:19

What should we do when driving behind a vehicle that is giving a direction indicator signal?

Stay close to the right of the road.

Continue driving without slowing down. It has nothing to do with you.

Continue driving at an accelerated speed, to minimize the conflict period.

We should allow the driver of the vehicle in front to perform the action he signaled for, by slowing down and stop if required.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:20

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

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:21

What must a driver do when approaching a railway crossing?

Continue driving normally. You don’t have to slow down.

Stop, open the vehicle’s windows and listen

Stop at a distance of at least one meter before the railway.

Slow down to a speed which will allow him to stop before the crossing.if necessary.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:22

How should a driver conduct himself when noticing a “security vehicle”?

Slow down, divert to the road’s right edge and continue driving normally.

Divert his vehicle to the right, as close as possible to the road’s edge, give right-of-way and stop if necessary a distance from an intersection.

Mount the sidewalk and stop there.

Drive closely behind the security vehicle and keep a constant distance of two seconds from it.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:23

Is it permitted to open the vehicle’s doors while driving?

Yes, provided that you drive slowly.

It is absolutely forbidden.

Yes, when carrying a long cargo.

Yes, when there are no passengers in the vehicle.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:24

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

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:25

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.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:26

What types of vehicles are permitted to park in a bus station, besides the bus itself?

Private vehicles, on Sabbaths and holidays only, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed at the bus station.

Private vehicles, during night time, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed in the bus station.

All types of vehicles, during night time, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed in the bus station.

Motorcycles, on Sabbaths and holidays only, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed in the bus station.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:27

Who is permitted to transport hazardous materials?

Anybody who was trained to do it and obtained a permit from the body that trained him.

Anybody who successfully completed a heavy vehicle driving course.

Anybody who is permitted to drive a vehicle with an all up weight of more than 12,000 kg..

Only someone who was trained to do so and obtained a permit from the Ministry of Transportation.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:28

According to the law, in what order should vehicles enter the following intersection?

The tractor (2) always enters the intersection last.

The tractor (2), you, as the vehicle making a left turn (3), the blue vehicle (1).

The vehicle turning left (3), the blue vehicle (1), the tractor (2).

You, as the vehicle making a left turn (3), followed by the tractor (2), and then the blue vehicle (1).

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:29

A certain restriction is shown in the following picture. What is the reason for the restriction?

Overtaking is restricted due to limited field of vision.

Overtaking is restricted due to speed limit.

Overtaking is restricted for commercial vehicles only, due to traffic congestion.

The restriction is within the speed limit.

Category : Rules and Regulations

Question:30

What is the statutory length limit of the vehicle in the picture?

14.10 meters.

13.75 meters.

18.75 meters.

15.50 meters.

Category : Rules and Regulations

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Theory test for trucks (lorry)