Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. What is the correct way for pulling onto a “hard shoulder” which is lower than the road?

Quickly pulling onto the “hard shoulder” and quickly stopping after a very short distance.
Slowing down to a low speed and gradually moving onto the “hard shoulder”.
There is no "correct way": It is prohibited to pull onto a lower hard shoulder.
Quickly pulling onto the “hard shoulder” and then slowing down gradually.

2. When a driver is blinded by the sun, he should:

Drive faster until reaching a shaded place.
Slow down and adjust the driving speed to his current range of sight.
Look as low as possible to the roadway.
Overtake the vehicle in front because it is better to drive on an open roadway.

3. What type of insurance covers the damage that is caused to other vehicles?

Directors insurance.
Third party insurance.
Fire insurance.
Obligatory insurance.

4. How would you conduct yourself when approaching an intersection that is preceded by a “stop” sign?

Stop and give right-of-way to any other vehicle that is entering or approaching the intersection from a different roadway.
Give right-of-way to any other vehicle that is entering or approaching the intersection from a different roadway.
You are only obliged to stop when vehicle traffic on the crossing road is approaching from your right.
You are only obliged to stop when a policeman instructs you to do so.

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

Winding road ahead.
Narrow and winding road ahead.
Bend to the right and then bend to the left.
Hairpin curve ahead.

6. When a traffic light displays a stable (not flashing) yellow light:

It indicates that the flashing yellow light is about to appear. You should drive faster and clear the intersection immediately.
It indicates that the flashing green light is about to appear. You should drive faster and clear the intersection immediately.
It indicates that the red light is about to appear. You should prepare to stop or clear the intersection immediately.
It indicates that the stable (not flashing) green light is about to appear and you would be able to continue driving.

7. What is the meaning of the sign?

Portable flashing caution sign situated before a road works.
Portable flashing sign upon leaving an inter-urban road to enter a motorway (freeway).
Portable flashing sign for advertising to drivers.
Portable flashing sign before entering an airport.

8. When you are driving inside a tunnel which is marked with traffic sign 633:

You should turn on the front lights.
You should turn on the fog lights.
You are permitted to change lanes.
You are permitted to overtake other vehicles.

9. It is prohibited to stop, park or stand a vehicle on or before a pedestrian crossing, within a distance of:

20 meters from the crossing.
15 meters from the crossing.
12 meters from the crossing.
24 meters from the crossing.

10. The “hard shoulders” are not designed for vehicle traffic, except for:

Hand propelled vehicles, tractors and slow moving vehicles, which delay the traffic behind them.
Private vehicles and motorcycles, in order to give right of way to buses.
All vehicles are prohibited to drive on the “hard shoulders”.
Taxis, in order to overtake other vehicles.

11. What are you required to do when you see that the overtaking silver vehicle intends to return to the right lane?

Deviate to the left lane and overtake the vehicle in front.
Allow it to return safely and without disturbance.
Drive faster in the right lane and overtake the driver before he deviates to the right.
Honk to warn and deter the driver who deviates to the right.

12. Define “motor vehicle”:

A vehicle propelled by a diesel engine only
A vehicle propelled by a gasoline engine only.
A vehicle, propelled by any power or mechanical means.
A vehicle with at least two wheels.

13. How does pedestrian behavior in the area of the intersection affect drivers?

Pedestrians have no significant effect on drivers.
The main complication in an intersection is created when pedestrians are crowded on the sidewalk.
Driver should anticipate in advance possible dangerous behavior from pedestrians in the area of the intersection.
Pedestrians occupy pedestrian crossings for significant time periods, thus causing traffic delays.

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

You have right-of-way in the narrow road.
Give right-of-way on the narrow road to vehicles coming from the opposite side.
No turning at the end of the road section.
No through road (cul-de-sac) ahead.

15. Who is responsible for a vehicle emitting smoke above statutory levels?

The vehicle’s treating garage.
The driver and the vehicle’s manufacturer.
The vehicle’s driver.
The owner of the gas station that sold the fuel.

16. What is the meaning of alternating red-white colored curbstones?

It is permitted to stop but prohibited to park along the red-white marked area.
The marking is intended to emphasize separation areas, sidewalks and traffic islands, and it has no restrictive meaning.
Arranged parking space by means of parking tickets.
No stopping besides the curbstones, except for public transport that load or unload passengers.

17. Define “play street”:

A main road joined by side roads.
A road designed for children’s games, pedestrians and vehicles, sign posted at the entrance with the “play street” sign.
A street designated for children’s games, into which only pedestrians and two wheeled vehicles are permitted to enter.
A street in which different types of vehicles may drive side by side

18. Which of the following traffic signs alerts that another road is about to merge with the roadway in which you are driving?

19. What should a driver do when he detects a safety failure in the steering wheel or brakes while driving?

Continue driving carefully until the nearest garage.
He should stop driving only if the failure is in the ignition or fuel system.
Stop driving immediately.
Identify the source of the problem and try to overcome it.

20. You are driving vehicle no. 3 before an intersection without traffic signs. According to the rules of giving right-of-way, in what order should vehicles that arrived at the same time enter the intersection?

You enter first (3), the garbage truck comes second (1), and the private vehicle is last (2).
The garbage truck enters first (1), second is the private vehicle (2), and you go last (3).
You enter first (3), second is the private vehicle (2), and the garbage truck is last (1).
The private vehicle will go in first (2), you go second (3), and the garbage truck is last (1).

21. When is it permitted to make a left U-turn in an intersection without traffic lights?

Only vehicles driving on more than two wheels are permitted to make the U-turn.
Only when the turn can be made from the right side of the road, and can be completed without stopping.
Only when the vehicle is directed by another person.
When no obstruction to traffic is caused, field of vision is clear and there is no prohibiting road sign.

22. What does the following traffic sign symbolize?

Rest point for drivers.
KKL (Jewish National Fund) memorial
Camping site or night parking lot.
Archeological excavation site.

23. What is the first stage in getting back on the road from the “hard shoulder”?

Signaling with the indicator.
Getting closer from the hard shoulder to the road's edge.
Accelerating the vehicle up to the speed of the vehicles on the road.
Turning the wheel in order to get on the road in a 45 degree angle.

24. Can an owner of a valid driver’s license for a particular group of vehicle drive any vehicle of the same group?

Yes, provided that the driver can operate and use it proficiently
Yes, holder of a valid driver’s license can drive any vehicle, unconditionally
Yes, provided that he holds a police certificate, testifying that he can operate the vehicle proficiently
Yes, provided that he had not been found guilty of any traffic offence

25. 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

26. How should an additional passenger sit on a motorcycle?

The passenger should sit with both legs on the right side of the motorcycle.
The passenger should sit with both legs on the left side of the motorcycle.
The passenger should sit astride the motorcycle with his feet supported by the foot pedals..
The passenger can sit on the motorcycle however he chooses to.

27. What is a reasonable speed on a freeway(Motorway)?

A speed that takes into account traffic conditions, and that doesn’t exceed the permitted speed limit on that road.
In any case, not less that the allowed speed limit.
A speed that gives you maximum drive range, provided that it doesn’t exceed the speed limit.
At the driver’s discretion, provided that it doesn’t exceed the allowed speed limit.

28. Is a motorcyclist permitted to park in a bus station?

It is prohibited to park within a distance of 12 meters before the station and 15 meters after it.
Yes, if he parks the motorcycle on the sidewalk.
It is prohibited to park within the limits of a marked bus station.
Yes, if he parks the motorcycle in parallel to the sidewalk.

29. How are you required to conduct yourself in the following road conditions?

Stay in low gear while keeping to the right.
Turn on the high beam, because of the shadow on the roadway.
Enter the curve carefully and increase speed when going downhill.
Honk, because of the obstructed field of vision in the curve.

30. A police officer may revoke a driver’s license for a period of thirty days:

When the driver endangers the life of a person on a pedestrian crossing
An arrest warrant was issued against the vehicle’s owner
When the driver committed an offence of holding a driver’s license that has been expired for more than ten days
When the passenger on the driver’s side did not wear a seatbelt

Theory Exam - Motorcycles Exam (A)

1. What is the correct way for pulling onto a “hard shoulder” which is lower than the road?

2. When a driver is blinded by the sun, he should:

3. What type of insurance covers the damage that is caused to other vehicles?

4. How would you conduct yourself when approaching an intersection that is preceded by a “stop” sign?

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

6. When a traffic light displays a stable (not flashing) yellow light:

7. What is the meaning of the sign?

8. When you are driving inside a tunnel which is marked with traffic sign 633:

9. It is prohibited to stop, park or stand a vehicle on or before a pedestrian crossing, within a distance of:

10. The “hard shoulders” are not designed for vehicle traffic, except for:

11. What are you required to do when you see that the overtaking silver vehicle intends to return to the right lane?

12. Define “motor vehicle”:

13. How does pedestrian behavior in the area of the intersection affect drivers?

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

15. Who is responsible for a vehicle emitting smoke above statutory levels?

16. What is the meaning of alternating red-white colored curbstones?

17. Define “play street”:

18. Which of the following traffic signs alerts that another road is about to merge with the roadway in which you are driving?

19. What should a driver do when he detects a safety failure in the steering wheel or brakes while driving?

20. You are driving vehicle no. 3 before an intersection without traffic signs. According to the rules of giving right-of-way, in what order should vehicles that arrived at the same time enter the intersection?

21. When is it permitted to make a left U-turn in an intersection without traffic lights?

22. What does the following traffic sign symbolize?

23. What is the first stage in getting back on the road from the “hard shoulder”?

24. Can an owner of a valid driver’s license for a particular group of vehicle drive any vehicle of the same group?

25. When is it permitted to drive on a pavement?

26. How should an additional passenger sit on a motorcycle?

27. What is a reasonable speed on a freeway(Motorway)?

28. Is a motorcyclist permitted to park in a bus station?

29. How are you required to conduct yourself in the following road conditions?

30. A police officer may revoke a driver’s license for a period of thirty days: