Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. When is there a danger of vehicle skidding?

During fog only.
On a narrow road, during a steep uphill climb.
On a dry and hot road.
During the first rain or when there is mud or oil on the road.

2. Define “built dividing area”:

A separation area which divides the road lengthwise by means of an elevated structure above the road way
The area along a roadway, in which road users can stop, park their vehicles or stand in for refreshment
Any area that is marked on the road on which it is forbidden to drive
Any part of the road (pavement, hard shoulder, traffic island) which is elevated above the road way.

3. According to the “point system”, when a driver incurs 12 to 22 points:

He shall be summoned to attend a corrective driving course and to undergo an exam.
He shall be required to undergo a medical check-up and a theory examination.
His driver’s license shall be revoked for a period of thirty days.
He shall be required to undergo a theory examination and his driver’s license shall be revoked.

4. The following penalties may be imposed by a court of law on a driver convicted of committing a traffic offence:

Revoking a driver’s license, prison term, fine and other lawful penalties.
Fine or only suspended prison term.
Revoking a driver’s license or only suspended prison term.
Fine, active prison term or only suspended prison term.

5. 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.

6. What does the following marking, along the width of the road, indicate?

Stop line before an intersection.
White broken line: A one-way road.
Crossing for cyclists.
Bus lane.

7. Is a policeman authorized to require a vehicle driver to undergo a blood test for the presence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs?

Yes. A policeman is authorized to require a blood test if he has reasonable suspicion that the driver is under the influence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs.
No. A policeman is not authorized to require the performance of any test without a court order.
No. A policeman is not authorized to require a driver to perform a blood test for determining alcohol or intoxicating-drug levels..
No. A policeman is not authorized to require a driver to perform any type of test, at any given time or place.

8. Are cyclists permitted to enter a road, when the following traffic sign is placed at the entrance to the road?

No.
Yes, in inter-urban roads.
Yes, in an urban road only.
Yes, always.

9. Which of the following is an emergency vehicle?

A Red Magen David Ambulance, an Israel Police vehicle, IDF vehicle, Fire-fighting vehicle, integrated policing vehicle or any other vehicle approved by the Authority, when it sounds its emergency signals and operates flashing lights and sounds an alarm signal.
Any ambulance, IDF vehicle, fire-fighting vehicle or other commercial vehicle that was authorized to function as an emergency vehicle by the Licensing Authority
Every vehicle of the Israel Police or the IDF and vehicles that are used for regular security missions in borderline settlements
A vehicle of the Israel Police or the IDF and a fire-fighting vehicle only

10. Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of a municipal inspector in uniform?

No. It is only obligatory to obey as regards to parking directions within city limits
No. It is only obligatory to obey as regards to the presentation of a driver’s license
Usually not
Yes, if the directions are related to traffic control.

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

A distance of about 250 meters to an approaching level crossing.
It is prohibited to stop within a distance of 120 meters before the railway tracks.
A distance of about 70 meters to an approaching level crossing.
Approach to a level crossing. Approx 200metres before the crossing

12. When is it permitted to overtake another vehicle?

Only when the overtaken vehicle is a slow vehicle.
Only if the driver of the overtaken vehicle gives a signal to the driver of the overtaking vehicle.
Only when the overtaken vehicle is a motorcycle.
When the road is clear and you can overtake safely without causing danger to any other road user.

13. Being familiar with the different systems in the driver’s compartment whilst driving:

Only contributes in a theoretical level, and has no other advantage.
Allows the driver to operate them automatically, without thinking.
Allows the driver to fully concentrate on the traffic and the road.
Allows the driver to blindly operate the vehicle systems.

14. What effect does the distance between vehicles have on the overtaking process?

Short distance reduces the field of vision and increases the risk in overtaking.
The closer we are to the vehicle in front of us, the safer is the deviation while overtaking.
The distance between vehicles has no effect on the safety of overtaking.
The closer we are to the vehicle in front of us, the shorter and safer is the overtaking distance.

15. Which traffic sign marks the final warning before a level crossing?

16. Head lights which are not properly adjusted:

Make the driver more alert.
Cause self-blinding of the driver.
Have no effect on driving and on vehicle control.
Do not illuminate the road properly.

17. Where can you find information about the vehicle’s required tyre pressure?

Only in a licensed garage.
In the manufacturer’s manual.
In the vehicle’s insurance company.
In the vehicle’s registration document.

18. Can unprescribed medications have a negative effect on driving?

Yes, but only in the summer.
Yes, but only in the winter.
Yes.
No.

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

Stop – don't continue driving for as long as the red light is on.
You may continue driving after verifying that the intersection is clear.
Continue driving: Green light will appear shortly.
Drive faster before the intersection with the traffic lights, in order to cross it before the light changes.

20. How can you reduce the effect of being blinded by a vehicle approaching from your opposite direction?

By properly adjusting the headlights beam, and flickering to the driver in front.
By not looking into the blinding light, and by slowing down and driving on the right of the road.
By turning on the windshield wipers.
By adjusting the inside mirror to "night" position.

21. What should you do when your driving lane is obstructed?

You should use the horn and cross the obstacle in front.
Go! You have “right of way” in the road that is in front of you.
You should pass through the sidewalk, if it is free.
You should give right-of-way to vehicles that are coming from the opposite side.

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

Pick-up station. No stopping of commercial vehicles.
Parking for soldier transportation vehicles.
Soldier pick-up station. Only military vehicles are permitted to stop.
Pick-up station for soldiers. Picking up or letting down only (waiting at the station is prohibited).

23. 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.

24. What is the meaning of the following road marking?

Parking lot and bicycle parking arrangements.
Authorized parking lot for public vehicles ahead.
Pedestrian crossing.
Crossing for cyclists.

25. Select the correct sentence:

Keeping distance is only required to keep distance while driving in high speeds, and when a heavy vehicle or a bus drives in front.
Keeping distance is only required when the driver is very tired and his responses are not quick enough.
Keeping distance prevents traffic congestion which damages road infrastructures.
By keeping proper distance, an overtaking vehicle can enter the space in front.

26. The shape of warning signs are:

Usually triangular with its top pointing upwards.
Almost always round.
Square or rectangle.
Usually triangular with its top pointing downwards.

27. What is the function of the ABS System?

To shorten the life span of the tires.
To facilitate softer and milder braking on a wet roadway.
To maintain the vehicle’s steering and maneuvering abilities during emergency braking.
To facilitate softer and milder braking on a dry roadway.

28. What sign denotes the number of kilometers of the road?

629p.
611
612
630

29. Is a motorcyclist permitted to drive on the sidewalk?

Yes, as long as pedestrians are not disturbed by it.
Yes, in order to cross it and enter premises.
Never.
Yes, when road traffic is congested.

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

No entry for private vehicles.
No entry for all motor vehicles, except for motorcycles without a side-car.
No parking for all vehicles.
No entry for all vehicles, except for private passenger vehicles.

Theory Exam - Motorcycles Exam (A)

1. When is there a danger of vehicle skidding?

2. Define “built dividing area”:

3. According to the “point system”, when a driver incurs 12 to 22 points:

4. The following penalties may be imposed by a court of law on a driver convicted of committing a traffic offence:

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

6. What does the following marking, along the width of the road, indicate?

7. Is a policeman authorized to require a vehicle driver to undergo a blood test for the presence of alcohol or intoxicating drugs?

8. Are cyclists permitted to enter a road, when the following traffic sign is placed at the entrance to the road?

9. Which of the following is an emergency vehicle?

10. Is it obligatory to obey the directions and signals of a municipal inspector in uniform?

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

12. When is it permitted to overtake another vehicle?

13. Being familiar with the different systems in the driver’s compartment whilst driving:

14. What effect does the distance between vehicles have on the overtaking process?

15. Which traffic sign marks the final warning before a level crossing?

16. Head lights which are not properly adjusted:

17. Where can you find information about the vehicle’s required tyre pressure?

18. Can unprescribed medications have a negative effect on driving?

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

20. How can you reduce the effect of being blinded by a vehicle approaching from your opposite direction?

21. What should you do when your driving lane is obstructed?

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

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

24. What is the meaning of the following road marking?

25. Select the correct sentence:

26. The shape of warning signs are:

27. What is the function of the ABS System?

28. What sign denotes the number of kilometers of the road?

29. Is a motorcyclist permitted to drive on the sidewalk?

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