Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. Is it permitted to stop a vehicle on a freeway?

Yes, but pnly in order to board passengers.
Yes, but only in order to drop passengers.
Yes, but only at the side of the road, for driver refreshment purposes.
No, except for stopping on the “hard shoulder” when the vehicle malfunctions and it is impossible to continue driving,

2. What is the legal definition of “lighting up time”

The time period of natural lighting conditions, when there is no need to have the vehicle lights turned on
The night time or any other time of the day in which visibility conditions are poor due to weather conditions.
The time period in which the vehicle’s lights must be turned on while driving in a freeway
The night time period, between sunset and sunrise

3. 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?

You are permitted to overtake it.
You are permitted to overtake it only when the road ahead is clear.
You are prohibited from overtaking until after the level crossing.
You are permitted to overtake it only when its speed doesn’t exceed 35 k.p.h.

4. What is the meaning of this sign?

Flashing orange light warning of an approaching level crossing.
Flashing orange light at road works.
Constant (not flashing) Orange light when traffic lights are not working.
Constant (not flashing) orange light warning of an approaching forked junction.

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5. At what distance from a pedestrian crossing is it prohibited to stand a vehicle?

Within twelve meters before the pedestrian crossing and twelve meters after the pedestrian crossing.
Within twenty meters before and after the pedestrian crossing.
On the pedestrian crossing and within twelve meters after it.
On the pedestrian crossing and within twelve meters before it.

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6. the law demands that a pillion passenger on a motorcycle will:

place both feet on a support either side of a motorcycle
the passenger will be over 6 yrs. old
the passenger will be over 10yrs. old
the passenger will be over 12 yrs. old.

7. Which of the following road signs permits U-turns only?

210
212
303
209

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8. In which direction should a motorcyclist focus his sight when entering into a turn?

Far ahead.
In the direction of the turn and the direction of its exit.
As close to the motorcycle as possible.
He should look far ahead and concentrate on the road signs and the surroundings of the turn.

9. Is it obligatory to obey the directions of a Public Works Department employee in uniform?

No, unless he directs you to stop on the road’s “hard shoulders” only.
Yes, but on urban roads only.
Yes, wherever road pavement or maintenance works are conducted.
No, it is only obligatory to obey a policeman in uniform,

10. When may a police officer revoke a driver’s license for a period of ninety days?

When the driver is involved in a car accident in which only property damage was caused
When the driver disobeys a stop sign
When a driver involved in an accident is reasonably suspected of causing the death of a person.
When the driver fails to give right of way.

11. One of the conditions justifying an overtaking of a driving vehicle is:

That the overtaking vehicle is delayed as a result of the slow driving of the vehicle in front.
There are no conditions that justify an overtaking.
That the difference in speed between the overtaking and the overtaken vehicles is sufficient to complete the manouver.
That the overtaken vehicle drives slower than the maximum statutory speed.

12. A policeman may stop a vehicle and have it checked:

After the vehicle involuntarily swerved from its lane.
Due to the level of pollution emitted from the vehicle’s engine.
If he wants to esure that the vehicle’s oil consumption corresponds to the vehicle manufacturer’s manual.
If he wants to ensure that the vehicle’s fuel consumption corresponds to the vehicle manufacturer’s manual.

13. What risk do riders of two-wheelers face while passing between two rows of cars that stand before an intersection?

There is no risk, as there is always enough space for two-wheelers to pass comfortably and safely.
The risk is that at the beginning of the row, next to the intersection, there is no more space left because there are many two-wheelers standing there.
They might hit pedestrians who are not using a regulated pedestrian crossing.
They might be hit by cigarette butts thrown by vehicle drivers.

14. What is a lane?

A roadway designated for motor-vehicle traffic only.
Part of a road’s width, designed to accommodate one line of vehicles, not including two-wheelers.
Any marking of two parallel lines on the roadway.
A passage in a private road in which vehicle traffic is prohibited.

15. What is the meaning of the sign?

End of parking area.
End of area where parking is not permitted.
Beginning of parking area for payment.
Beginning of parking for bicycles only.

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

Information sign: Entry of non-motor vehicles is prohibited in both directions.
No entry for all vehicles (one way street Oncoming traffic).
Warning sign: Entry of motor vehicles is prohibited in both directions.
Two-way street ahead.

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

When you approach railway tracks – honk, open a window and listen to the train’s noise.
Always stop before railway tracks, look to the right and to the left and continue driving.
Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary before the railway tracks.
Cross the railway tracks quickly.

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18. What are the characteristics of a mountain road?

Many pedestrians and animals.
Wide and unmarked roadways.
Mountain roads are never paved.
Narrow and winding roadway, sharp curves, bends and sudden slopes.

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

Path for bicycles only.
Bicycle crossing.
Separate bicycle paths on a freeway.
Joint path for cyclists and pedestrians.

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20. 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.

21. Is there any reference in the following road sign to the giving of right-of-way?

No. Only instruction signs refer to the giving of right-of-way.
No. The sign belongs to the instruction signs group and is not, as far as right-of-way rules are concerned, obligatory.
Yes. You should give right-of-way to vehicle traffic on the road ahead.
No. This is a warning sign which doesn’t come to replace any right-of-way sign.

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22. What specific problems do drivers face at night?

Dysfunction of the driver due to outside lighting.
Having many vehicles around him during the night.
Restricted field of vision, being dazzled )blinded) incorrect distance estimations.
Drop in engine power due to the operation of the lighting system.

23. What are you required to do when approaching the following marking on the road?

Stop before the stop-line, when it is obligatory to stop.
You should always stop during lighting-up time.
Always stop before the stop-line.
Stop only when the line is marked before a level crossing.

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24. 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.

25. What is the difference between the following traffic signs?

There is no difference between them.
Traffic sign 306 alerts about a pedestrian crossing ahead, while traffic sign 135 marks the place of the crossing.
Traffic sign 135 is placed in non-urban roads, while traffic sign 306 is placed in freeways.
Traffic sign 135 alerts about a pedestrian crossing ahead, while traffic sign 306 marks the place of the crossing.

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26. When is a driver obliged to signal?

When he approaches a level crossing with a barrier.
When he intends to change his driving lane.
When he arrives to a long uphill drive.
When he arrives to a steep descent.

27. When is it allowed to use the horn?

Only to prevent imminent danger that cannot be prevented in any other way.
Only in an urban road, to prevent danger.
In every type of road, only for public vehicles, to prevent danger.
Only in a non-urban road, to prevent danger.

28. The reaction distance is the distance covered by the vehicle:

From the moment the driver eases off his step on the accelerator until the vehicle stops.
From the moment the driver notices the danger until he starts to apply the action he decided to take.
From the moment the driver steps on the brakes until the vehicle stops.
From the moment the driver notices the danger until the vehicle makes a complete stop.

29. Why is it that the control of a motorcycle is decreased while entering a turn?

Because the motorcycle is decelerating during the entire course of the turn.
Because the rider’s position is lower than usual.
Because less surface of the tyre maintains contact on the road when the driver leans the motorcycle over.
Because it needs to accelerate during the entire course of the turn.

30. What causes a vehicle to skid on the roadway?

Quick wear of the clutch and of the gearbox.
When the braking forces or the vehicle's inertia exceed the tire’s ability to grip of the roadway.
Excessive change of gears.
When the engine is worn out and cannot stabilize the vehicle.

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