Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. Under which conditions is it permitted to make a U-turn?

Making a U-turn is only allowed in a roadway that has at least three lanes.
It is permitted everywhere, but the turn must be made without any maneuvering.
When no traffic disturbance is caused and no passerby is at risk, provided that there is no road sign that prohibits making a U-turn.
A U-turn is permitted in an intersection only.

2. Is it permitted to perform an emergency brake for any reason other than to prevent a road accident?

Yes, in a dirt road only, at a distance of 200 meters from buildings.
Yes, after signaling a distress sign to the vehicle behind you.
Yes, for brake-testing, provided that it does not disturb or endanger any other road user.
Yes, in a paved road only, at a distance of 200 meters from buildings.

3. What is the meaning of this sign?

Taxi rank. No entry to the street in which the sign is placed.
The end of the Taxi Rank.
The beginning of a public bus station.
Taxi rank. Parking and stopping is forbidden to all other vehicles.

4. 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:

Not placing a “new driver” sign on the vehicle’s rear windshield.
Driving a motor vehicle without valid insurance.
Driving without an escort.
Not stopping next to a “falling rocks” sign.

5. What is the difference between the following signs?

Sign 505 indicates a stop for private buses. Sign 506 indicates a Tramway stop.
Sign 505 indicates a Tramway Stop. Sign 506 indicates a stop for Public bus transport.
Sign 505 indicates a stop for Public Transport (Buses). Sign 506 indicates a stop for a Public Tramway.
Sign 505 indicates a public transport stop on a Motorway (Freeway). Sign 506 indicates a public transport stop.

6. 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.

7. Why is it important to drive on the right side of the road?

It allows you to be assisted by the yellow line for driving in a straight line.
It qllows vehicle passengers to easily exit the vehicle.
Driving on the right side of the road is of no significance, except for one-way roadways.
In order to keep a distance from incoming traffic from the opposite direction, and reducing the risk of “head on” collision.

8. 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.

9. How should one change lanes?

Signal with the winker and make a short diagonal deviation to the intended lane.
After checking and taking account of the position and speed of other vehicles in the intended lane.
Drive as close as possible to the desired lane, and when no vehicle drives behind you – signal with the winker and make a short diagonal deviation to the intended lane.
Deviate quickly and fearlessly in a short diagonal, and verify that you are signaling with the winker.

10. What is the required air pressure of the vehicle’s tires?

The tire air pressure is not so important.
According to the instructions of the garage or licensing facility.
A pressure that provides for the most comfortable driving.
The pressure should be according to the manufacturer’s manual.

11. What does the following traffic sign indicate?

Play street.
No parking zone.
Area in which children are not allowed to play.
End of play street.

12. How would you respond to the situation depicted in the following picture?

Drive faster and pass the children before they start crossing the roadway.
Slow down, follow the children movement and prepare to stop.
Continue driving. The children would not cross the road when noticing an approaching vehicle.
Honk to the children and warn them that you are approaching and that they should not get on the roadway.

13. What sign warns of a traffic accident ahead?

14. In what condition should the driver and vehicle’s document be kept?

The law doesn’t provide any explicit reference to this issue
It is enough if they are stainless and have a clear photo.
They should be kept at home, clean and readable at all times.
They should always be kept inside the car, clean and readable

15. What are you required to do according to the following road sign?

Prepare to slow down, if necessary. Pay attention to traffic congestion and adjust your driving to the traffic and to the road’s conditions.
Continue driving and be alert about the conduct of other vehicles from your right.
Obey the instructions of road workers and proceed according to the markings.
Drive faster and overtake slow vehicles.

16. What is the meaning of the light appearing in the following traffic light?

If the intersection is clear, you may carefully cross it without stopping.
Red light: Stop.
Red light: Stop, unless you cannot stop safely.
Stop for a moment, give right-of-way and carefully continue.

17. When you are standing with your vehicle before an intersection while the red light is on, and you notice a security vehicle behind you, with its siren on and its lights flashing:

You should get on the sidewalk (pavement) in order to clear the way for the security vehicle.
You are permitted to enter the intersection while the red light is on as well.
You are not allowed to enter the intersection while the red light is on.
You should enter the intersection while the red light is on.

18. How can we prevent our vehicle from skidding?

By holding the steering wheel firmly with both hands, and by driving at a similar speed to that of other vehicles on the road.
By driving reasonably and using the brakes in a gentle manner.
By stepping firmly and continuously on the brake pedal.
By turning the steering wheel right, to stabilize the vehicle.

19. When are you (a motorcycle rider) required to return to your driving lane at the end of overtaking?

After first glancing in the mirrors and then making another check by looking briefly backwards over your right shoulder.
A reasonable time after passing the overtaken vehicle.
After seeing the overtaken vehicle in both motorcycle mirrors.
When riding a motorcycle, you are not required to return to your former driving lane.

20. When you are driving behind a “security vehicle”, you should:

Drive at a distance of at least 50 meters behind it.
Drive at a distance of at least 100 meters behind it.
Drive at a distance of at least 200 meters behind it.
Drive at a distance of at least 150 meters behind it.

21. 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

22. What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

Play street. No parking.
End of play street.
An area in which children are allowed to play when accompanied by an adult only.
Speed limit beyond this point is 30 k.p.h.

23. Is a motorcyclist permitted to cross a sidewalk?

Yes, but only to bypass an obstacle on the road.
Yes, but only to drop a passenger.
Yes, in order to enter a yard or a garage.
Yes, but only to pick up a passenger.

24. How would you conduct yourself when your motorcycle’s low beam malfunctions during a night drive?

You are only permitted to continue driving behind a vehicle with properly functioning lights.
You are permitted to continue driving at a slow speed (half of the speed limit).
You are prohibited to continue driving.
You are permitted to continue driving without the low beam, for no longer than 7 days.

25. How are you required to conduct yourself according to the occurrence that is depicted in the following picture?

Stop 12 meters before the pedestrian crossing and allow the pedestrian to finish crossing safely.
The pedestrian noticed you and therefore he should stop and allow you to cross the intersection safely.
The pedestrian doesn’t notice you. Honk gently to signal him that you wish to continue driving.
Slow down and even stop if needed, and allow the pedestrian to finish crossing safely.

26. A driver’s license will not be renewed if it was expired for a period of more than:

Nine months, unless the license holder passes the required examinations and tests, as directed by the Licensing Authority
Four months, unless the license holder passes the required examinations and tests, as directed by the Licensing Authority
Six months, unless the license holder passes the required examinations and tests, as directed by the Licensing Authority
One year, unless the license holder passes the required examinations and tests, as directed by the Licensing Authority

27. What is the consequence of tyre pressure that is too low?

Low tire air pressure has no effect on driving.
Increased driving noise.
Increased fuel consumption and air pollution.
Easy-to-turn steering wheel.

28. What are you (vehicle no. 3) required to do when approaching the following intersection (the red vehicle is not an emergency vehicle)?

You have right of way because you are crossing in a straight line (3).
Enter the intersection before the garbage truck (2), as it must yield (you [3] are coming from its right).
Give right of way to the tractor coming from the right only (1).
Give right of way to the crossing tractor (1) and truck (2).

29. What is the marked vehicle required to do when the following marking appears on the road?

The driver should not cross the separation line, but he is permitted to make a left U-turn.
The driver of the marked vehicle should drive on the right of the lines, and he is prohibited from crossing the continuous separation line.
The marked vehicle is permitted to cross the unbroken separation line.
The marked vehicle should drive on the left side of the unbroken line.

30. What effective solution for tiredness is available to the driver?

Turning on the fog lights.
Stopping and resting.
Adjusting the speed to his level of tiredness (driving slower the more tired he is).
Turning on the wipers and solving a cryptic crossword.

Theory Exam - Motorcycles Exam (A)

1. Under which conditions is it permitted to make a U-turn?

2. Is it permitted to perform an emergency brake for any reason other than to prevent a road accident?

3. What is the meaning of this sign?

4. 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:

5. What is the difference between the following signs?

6. 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?

7. Why is it important to drive on the right side of the road?

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

9. How should one change lanes?

10. What is the required air pressure of the vehicle’s tires?

11. What does the following traffic sign indicate?

12. How would you respond to the situation depicted in the following picture?

13. What sign warns of a traffic accident ahead?

14. In what condition should the driver and vehicle’s document be kept?

15. What are you required to do according to the following road sign?

16. What is the meaning of the light appearing in the following traffic light?

17. When you are standing with your vehicle before an intersection while the red light is on, and you notice a security vehicle behind you, with its siren on and its lights flashing:

18. How can we prevent our vehicle from skidding?

19. When are you (a motorcycle rider) required to return to your driving lane at the end of overtaking?

20. When you are driving behind a “security vehicle”, you should:

21. How can a cellular phone be operated whilst driving?

22. What is the meaning of the following traffic sign?

23. Is a motorcyclist permitted to cross a sidewalk?

24. How would you conduct yourself when your motorcycle’s low beam malfunctions during a night drive?

25. How are you required to conduct yourself according to the occurrence that is depicted in the following picture?

26. A driver’s license will not be renewed if it was expired for a period of more than:

27. What is the consequence of tyre pressure that is too low?

28. What are you (vehicle no. 3) required to do when approaching the following intersection (the red vehicle is not an emergency vehicle)?

29. What is the marked vehicle required to do when the following marking appears on the road?

30. What effective solution for tiredness is available to the driver?