Theory test questions: Traffic laws, page 9
901 official Israeli theory test questions on traffic laws, with the correct answer to each.
- Does an agricultural trailer require a warning triangle?
Correct answer: Yes.
- Is a tractor driver permitted to cross a sidewalk?
Correct answer: Yes, in order to enter a yard or a garage.
- Is it permitted to ride a motorcycle in which the silencer was removed from the exhaust?
Correct answer: Absolutely not.
- Is a motorcyclist permitted to drive on the sidewalk?
Correct answer: Yes, in order to cross it and enter premises.
- Driver of a commercial vehicle with an all up weight exceeding 6,000 kg, shall have a rest without working of at least 25 consecutive hours during every period of:
Correct answer: 8 days.
- Which number marks the length of the “rear extension” of this vehicle?
Correct answer: 7
- When a driving license includes certain restrictions:
Correct answer: The driver must obey these restrictions.
- Is a motorcyclist permitted to drive on a marked pedestrian path?
Correct answer: No..
- Is it obligatory to install a mirror on a motorcycle?
Correct answer: Yes, it is lawfully required on all types of motorcycles.
- An additional passenger is not permitted on an A.T.V, unless:
Correct answer: It is indicated in the vehicle’s registration document.
- Is it permitted for a motorcycle owner to replace the motorcycle’s original-size tires with tires of a different size?
Correct answer: No, unless he obtains a pre-approval to do so from the Licensing Authority.
- What is the statutory length limit of the vehicle in the picture?
Correct answer: 18.75 meters.
- Holder of a Class A2 driving license is prohibited to drive a passenger on a motorcycle if he is younger than:
Correct answer: 18 yrs.
- A person above 18 yrs who received a Class A1 or A2 driving license for the first time shall not carry a passenger on a motorcycle, unless:
Correct answer: He already holds this driving license for a period of at least two months.
- A person is prohibited from driving a tractor that is joined to a trailer with an all up weight that exceeds 4,000 kg:
Correct answer: Unless 6 months has passed from the date he obtained the tractor driving license.
- A tractor driver is prohibited to carry a passenger, unless:
Correct answer: 3 months passed from the date he obtained the tractor driving license.
- Which vehicle can you drive with a Class A2 driving license?
Correct answer: Motorcycles with an engine power of up to 11 KW (14.6 horse-powers).
- What is the speed limit for a Class A motorcycle (unless indicated otherwise by any traffic sign)?
Correct answer: 50 k.p.h on an urban road and 80 k.p.h on an inter-urban road.
- Which of the semi-trailers in the picture has three axles?
Correct answer: 16
- What is the type of the vehicle in the picture and what is its statutory all up length?
Correct answer: It is an "Articulated Vehicle" (Semi-trailer) vehicle with an all up weight of 17.60 meters.
- a “new driver” that is convicted of excessive speed.
Correct answer: The Licensing Authority may require him to undergo a driving test, and if he passes the test, he will be once again regarded as a "New driver" for a further period of two years.
- What is the function of a vehicle’s retarder?
Correct answer: To reduce the vehicle speed, without using the vehicle’s braking system, e.g. during a long descent.
- When is a driver obliged to signal?
Correct answer: When he intends to change his driving lane.
- What is the statutory obligation to slow down which applies to drivers?
Correct answer: To slow down the vehicle and even stop whenever danger is anticipated.
- How would you conduct yourself when your motorcycle’s low beam malfunctions during a night drive?
Correct answer: You are prohibited to continue driving.
- A “new driver” under 21 yrs should not carry in a private passenger car:
Correct answer: More than two passengers besides himself, unless he is accompanied by an escort.
- Which vehicles are required to be equipped with a reflective traffic vest?
Correct answer: All motor vehicles.
- Where inside a vehicle should the reflective traffic vest be placed?
Correct answer: In the driver’s compartment, except for motorcycles.
- If a vehicle stops on a road without a pavement when is there an obligation to wear a reflective traffic vest?
Correct answer: When the driver or a passenger alights from a vehicle on an inter-urban road.
- 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:
Correct answer: Driving above the maximum speed limit.
- 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:
Correct answer: Driving a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs.
- What is the statutory speed limit (in k.p.h) of a private minibus on a freeway (unless indicated otherwise by another road sign)?
Correct answer: 110
- 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:
Correct answer: Driving without an escort.
- When the motorcycle’s high beam malfunctions during a day drive:
Correct answer: It is prohibited by law to continue riding.
- In the event of a bus driving outside the traffic transportation lane – Is it allowed to overtake another overtaking vehicle?
Correct answer: It is prohibited on all types of roads.
- When approaching a narrow bridge, you are required to:
Correct answer: Slow down while approaching and crossing the bridge.
- During “light time”, when are you permitted to use the vehicle’s high beam?
Correct answer: On an inter-urban roadway, when allowed by traffic conditions and there is no vehicle ahead of you.
- Reverse lights:
Correct answer: Are only turned on when the driver shifts into reverse gear, and only for as long as the reverse gear is activated.
- When driving behind a big truck:
Correct answer: Keep a safe distance for safe braking – The law requires a gap of not less than one second.
- Is it permitted to drive with a tractor on the sidewalk in order to pass a road obstruction?
Correct answer: No, it is prohibited to drive on the sidewalk in order to pass an obstruction.
- Vehicle registration document shall not be issued or renewed for a taxi:
Correct answer: After more than 12 years from its day of manufacture
- How is a driver required to conduct himself when the braking system’s check lamp lights-up on the dashboard?
Correct answer: Stop and discontinue driving.
- Who is responsible for a vehicle emitting smoke above statutory levels?
Correct answer: The vehicle’s driver.
- An additional passenger is not permitted on a utility tractor unless:
Correct answer: It is stated in the vehicle’s registration document.
- Whilst driving, it is permitted to take one hand off the wheel for the following purpose only:
Correct answer: Change gears.
- When is it permitted to make a left U-turn in an intersection without traffic lights?
Correct answer: When no obstruction to traffic is caused, field of vision is clear and there is no prohibiting road sign.
- Is it permitted to drive under the influence of sedatives?
Correct answer: Absolutely not, unless it is indicated otherwise in the medication’s prescription.
- Driving downhill in neutral gear:
Correct answer: Is forbidden and very dangerous.
- What is the speed limit of a bus, other than a minibus on, a Freeway?
Correct answer: 100 k.p.h.
- A “Private bus” is defined as:
Correct answer: A bus that is not a public service vehicle.
- The minimum age to obtain a driver’s license for a Public Service Vehicle is:
Correct answer: 21 yrs.
- Holder of a Class B driver’s license is also permitted to drive:
Correct answer: A private minibus with an all up weight of up to 3,500 kg.
- Is it permitted to drive a motorcycle in which a pressure exhaust is installed?
Correct answer: Absolutely not.
- A 17yr. old Israeli born citizen applies for a driving license.Which physician is certified to perform a medical examination for his application?
Correct answer: A physician who has been treating the applicant for at least three years.
- Who is responsible for a vehicle parked in a prohibited area?
Correct answer: The vehicle’s owner as listed in its registration document, unless he can prove the identity of any other driver who committed the offense.
- Mark the correct sentence:
Correct answer: It is prohibited to park a vehicle on a pedestrian crossing or within a distance of 12 meters before it.
- When the vehicle in front of you signals about its intention to turn left:
Correct answer: It is permitted to pass the vehicle on its right side.
- Is it permitted to push a vehicle, while its engine is shut-off, into a roadway to which vehicle entry is prohibited?
Correct answer: No. pushing It is the same as driving.
- Who should you give right of way to at an intersection without traffic signs?
Correct answer: To vehicles coming from your right.
- It is permitted to make a U-turn:
Correct answer: From all lanes, unless prohibited by a road sign.
- If the roadway is marked with an unbroken separation line accompanied by a dotted line to its left:
Correct answer: It is forbidden to cross these lines.
- 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”?
Correct answer: Yes, but provided that the overtaking vehicle doesn’t cross the unbroken white line with any of its wheels.
- The “hard shoulders” are not designed for vehicle traffic, except for:
Correct answer: Hand propelled vehicles, tractors and slow moving vehicles, which delay the traffic behind them.
- It prohibited to overtake before a pedestrian crossing:
Correct answer: Always.
- It is prohibited to park a vehicle less than a distance of:
Correct answer: 12 meters before a pedestrian crossing.
- What is the certified “authority” for issuing bus operation permits?
Correct answer: The Inspector of Transport.
- How are you required to conduct yourself when a traffic light displays a green light but the intersection is blocked by vehicles?
Correct answer: It is prohibited to enter an intersection when the exit is blocked.
- On a narrow roadway, when two vehicles from opposite directions cannot pass together at the same time:
Correct answer: Both vehicles must keep as much as possible to the right and even pull into the “hard shoulders”.
- It is prohibited to stop or park a vehicle before and after a level crossing, within a distance of:
Correct answer: At least 20 meters.
- The speed limit of private passenger cars on urban roads (unless indicated otherwise on any traffic sign) is:
Correct answer: 50 k.p.h.
- Following a “level crossing” sign that is placed about a 100 meters before the crossing, how would you conduct yourself when a slow vehicle is driving before you?
Correct answer: You are prohibited from overtaking until after the level crossing.
- On a single lane two-way road, when the lanes are divided by an unbroken separation line:
Correct answer: Parking and stopping are prohibited, even on the “hard shoulder”.
- How is a driver required to conduct himself when approaching schools or playgrounds?
Correct answer: Slow down and become more alert.
- Is it permitted for a bus, which uses a public transportation lane, to overtake an overtaking vehicle?
Correct answer: Yes.
- When a vehicle stops before a level crossing:
Correct answer: It is forbidden to overtake it.
- A driver exiting a gas station must give right of way:
Correct answer: To all approaching vehicles on the roadway, from all directions.
- It is prohibited to stop, park or stand a vehicle on or before a pedestrian crossing, within a distance of:
Correct answer: 12 meters from the crossing.
- Which vehicles are permitted to pass other vehicles on their right side?
Correct answer: Vehicles driving on a bus lane.
- What is the correct sentence?
Correct answer: A driver must conduct himself in a way that doesn’t interfere with the right of any other person to fully use the road.
- What is the maximum freight height permitted for a vehicle carrier that has three loading surfaces, one over the other?
Correct answer: 4.80 meters.
- When is it permitted to turn on the fog lights?
Correct answer: Only in a condition of pouring rain, fog or snow.
- Who has the authority to revoke a driving license?
Correct answer: The Licensing Authority, a court of law, the Israel Police.
- Is it permitted to repair a vehicle on the road?
Correct answer: Only a simple repair, provided that no inconvenience is caused to other road users, and the vehicle should not be left standing there for more than 24 hours.
- In an intersection without traffic lights, are you required to give right of way to vehicles coming from your opposite direction when you are about to turn left?
Correct answer: Always.
- On a narrow two-way road with an unbroken separation line dividing the two lanes, how would you conduct yourself when a horse drawn wagon drives before you and the opposite traffic lane is open?
Correct answer: Continue driving slowly behind the wagon.
- How are you required to overtake a traffic island on a two-way roadway?
Correct answer: From its right side, unless instructed otherwise by any traffic sign.
- On a steep descent, when driving on a narrow roadway that doesn’t allow 2 vehicles to pass at the same time:
Correct answer: The vehicle driving downhill should give way and stop if necessary.
- When there is a “no left turn” sign in an intersection:
Correct answer: 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 prohibited to overtake on a steep hill:
Correct answer: When your field of vision is limited or obstructed.
- It is prohibited to overtake before a pedestrian crossing:
Correct answer: Anywhere, neither in urban roads nor in inter-urban roads.
- According to the law an accordian style bus:
Correct answer: Is obliged to display rectangular stickers on rear wall of the bus .
- Is the Licensing Authority (Licensing Bureau) permitted to delay the renewal of a driving license for a person who has a pending fine?
Correct answer: Yes, but only if the fine was imposed due to a traffic offense.
- The law allows driving in summer:
Correct answer: All the answers are incorrect.
- A minibus is designed to transport up to:
Correct answer: 16 passengers apart from the driver.
- The all up weight of a minibus:
Correct answer: Should not exceed 5,000 kg.
- Is it permitted to drive a vehicle (other then an electric vehicle) on the sidewalk?
Correct answer: Yes, but only for the purpose of cleaning the sidewalk.
- Is it permitted to drive a passenger on a motorcycle while both his legs are on one side of the motorcycle?
Correct answer: No. It is only permitted to carry a passenger that sits astride the motorcycle.
- From the answers before you, where especially should a driver slow down?
Correct answer: At the entrance to and whilst driving through a tunnel.
- From the answers before you, where especially should a driver slow down?
Correct answer: In a congested area.
- What’s the type of the vehicle in the picture and what is its statutory all up length?
Correct answer: An articulated vehicle with an all up weight of 16.50 meters.