Israel Driving Theory Test

Question:1

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:2

How are you required to conduct yourself when a traffic light displays a green light but the intersection is blocked by vehicles?

It is prohibited to enter an intersection when the exit is blocked.

Cross the intersection as quickly as possible.

Follow the green light and enter the intersection.

Enter the intersection anyway.

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Question:3

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:4

Under which conditions is it permitted to cross railway tracks?

You are only permitted to cross after giving right-of-way to the vehicles that drive away from the crossing, and without causing any disturbance to them.

When a “stop” sign or a “red” traffic light are placed in your direction of driving.

When the barrier starts to lift..

When the railway-crossing is free, with its barrier lifted, and you can be cross it safely.

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Question:5

What is the statutory obligation to slow down which applies to drivers?

To slow down when the vehicle is packed with passengers.

To slow down to a reasonable speed, at the driver’s discretion, without stopping.

To slow down before level crossings with a traffic light and with a barrier.

To slow down the vehicle and even stop whenever danger is anticipated.

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Question:6

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.

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Question:7

While driving on a road with two lanes in your direction of driving:

You are always permitted to drive on the left lane only.

You are obliged to drive in the right lane, unless you are overtaking or turning left.

You are permitted to drive on the right or left lane, according to the type of the vehicle.

You may drive on either lane, as long as you don’t cause any risk to traffic.

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Question:8

What is the maximum permitted height (together with freight) of a vehicle with an all up weight of 15,000 kg or less?

3.5 meters, provided that it is in one unit.

Up to 4.80 meters.

4 meters.

Up to 4.40 meters.

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Question:9

When are you required to turn on the direction indicators and signal?

When you approach a railway crossing or a pedestrian crossing.

Only before a sharp curve.

Only when you make left hand turns in intersections.

When you are about to start driving or to turn your vehicle, or to deviate from your lane.

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Question:10

A policeman has stopped a driver on the road.and demanded of him to take a breathyalyzer tests . Is the driver obliged to perform the test

Yes, after coming out of a pub only.

No, he is not obliged to do so.

Yes, after midnight only.

Yes, otherwise he is considered a drunk driver.

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Question:11

How should a driver of a vehicle that was involved in a road accident with casualties conduct himself?

Drive to the police station and provide his Identifying details.

Inform the police about the accident within 72 hours.

Exchange identifying details with the rest of the people involved in the accident, and then there is no need to inform the police about the accident.

Provide casualties with first-aid to the best of his ability and training, call the rescue forces and wait in place until they arrive.

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Question:12

What is the maximum number of passengers allowed in an combined commercial vehicle with an overall permissible weight of up to 3,500 kg?

As stated in the driver’s license, if at all.

One passenger next to the driver and three passengers in the back.

As stated on the vehicle license but not more than eight passengers, apart from the driver.

Two passengers next to the driver and four passengers in the back.

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Question:13

What is a “commercial vehicle”:

Any vehicle that carries passengers or any type of freight.

A vehicle used alternatively for carrying freights and for transporting passengers for hire.

A vehicle used or designed to carry freight for hire or to serve for the purpose of the vehicle owner’s occupation.

Any freight transporting vehicle.

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Question:14

Which changes in health condition must be reported to the Licensing Authority?

The driver doesn’t have to report anything to the Licensing Authority, but only to the Ministry of Health

Any detection of the following conditions: heart disease or any limitation of the nervous system, bones, eye-sight and hearing

The driver doesn’t have to report anything to the Licensing Authority. The report shall be made by the treating physician of the driver

A driver doesn’t have to report about changes in his health, except in case of a neurological problem

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Question:15

The law requires to install a third license plates in these types of vehicles:

Every commercial vehicle with an all up weight of up to 3,500 kg.

Every commercial vehicle with an all up weight of up to 7,500 kg.

Trucks with reclining trailers.

Every commercial vehicle and truck tractors.

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Question:16

When is it permitted to overtake a vehicle on its right side?

When the other vehicle drives in the right lane and signals left.

When the other vehicle indicates and positions itself to turn left.

When there is an open lane to the right of the other vehicle.

When the other vehicle is in the central lane and signals right.

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Question:17

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:18

For what period is a carrier license given?

One year.

Five years.

The length of time depends on the type of freight.

Until the vehicle registration document is renewed.

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Question:19

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.

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Question:20

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 3.

From lane 2 to lane 3.

From lane 2 to lane 5.

From lanes 1 or 2 to lane 3 or to lane 4.

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Question:21

“The law doesn’t prohibit driving under the influence of (prohibited) intoxicating drugs”:

Correct, since the law doesn’t prohibit the use of intoxicating drugs.

Incorrect. The law explicitly mentions that it is prohibited to drive under the influence of a certain quantity of intoxicating drugs in the driver’s blood.

Incorrect. It is explicitly prohibited by the law to drive under the influence of intoxicating drugs.

Correct. The law only prohibits driving under the influence of alcohol.

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Question:22

You are driving in the left lane of a one-way road. The driver in the right lane before you slowed down due to a pedestrian crossing the road from right to left. You are close to the pedestrian crossing, and therefore:

You should accelerate and quickly pass the crossing before the pedestrian arrives.

Use the horn to warn the passenger and quickly pass before him.

Continue driving normally; the pedestrian should make sure not to do anything risky and not to disturb you.

You should slow down and allow the pedestrian to finish crossing.

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Question:23

Is the Licensing Authority allowed to revoke or suspend an existing driver’s license?

No, only the Israel Police is allowed to do so.

Yes, the Authority is allowed to do so, on the grounds of driving competence and medical fitness.

No, only a court of law is allowed to do so.

Yes, the Authority is allowed to revoke a driver’s license at its own discretion and for any reason.

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Question:24

When driving on a two-way road and visibility is poor:

You should horn while overtaking to warn the overtaken vehicle.

It is permitted to overtake, unless a “no overtaking” sign is placed.

You should turn on the parking lights while overtaking.

It is forbidden to overtake.

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Question:25

“Permitted load” on a commercial vehicle is:

The maximum weight of the cargo (in Kg) that is permitted to be loaded on the vehicle

The weight of the cargo plus the vehicle’s own weight

The all up weight of a transport vehicle

The vehicle’s own weight, including: water, oil, fuel and the weight of the driver

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Question:26

Under what conditions will the Licensing Authority approve change of ownership of a vehicle?

After the seller pays and presents a certification from the Pledge Registrar.

After the Authority is satisfied that all fees and taxes are paid, that all foreclosures and liens are removed, and that there are no further restrictions.

After the buyer of the vehicle pays the lawful fee including property tax for the parking spot.

Only after the Pledge Registrar certifies that the vehicle is free of any foreclosure or encumbrance.

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Question:27

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:28

On a roadway with curbstones, how should we park uphill a commercial vehicle with an all up weight of more than 5,000kg?

Turn the wheels towards the center of the road, shift to reverse gear and place safety shoes under the rear wheels.

Turn the wheels towards the curbstones and place safety shoes under the rear wheels.

Properly brake the wheels, place safety shoes under the wheels and leave the vehicle in neutral gear.

Turn the front wheels towards the center of the road, shift to forward drive gear and place safety shoes behind the rear wheels.

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Question:29

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.

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Question:30

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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