Theory Exam - Meteoria

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

Road works - drive in the direction of the appropriate arrow.
Lane is closed. No driving in the lane under the traffic sign.
Merge with the traffic in the adjacent lane, from either right or left.
A hairpin turn, either left or right.

2. In order to overtake safely, the overtaking driver should:

Start overtaking only when the road is clear in a sufficient distance, and verify while overtaking that the road is still clear.
Overtake only when a sign permitting overtaking is placed.
Overtake in a speed that exceeds speed limit, in order to clear the road way.
Always overtake at a slow speed and with patience.

3. The white vehicle’s driver is merging into traffic. how would you behave?

Honk to the driver of the parked vehicle.
Slow down
Drive faster.
Signal and move to the left lane.

4. How should those involved in a road accident, which resulted in property damage only, conduct themselves?

Exchange identifying details and wait for the rescue forces without moving any of the involved vehicles.
Clear their vehicles away from the roadway, without delay, and exchange identifying details.
Report to the police and wait for its instructions.
Call the rescue forces and wait at the place of the accident without moving any of the involved vehicles.

5. What is the function of the ABS system?

To prevent tire wear.
To prevent excessive use of the vehicle’s brakes.
To serve as an additional brake in case of danger.
To enable control and steering of the vehicle during braking.

6. What should a vehicle driver do in case of a strong side wind?

Slow down and adjust the driving speed to allow him to control the vehicle – .
He should avoid driving on roads with side winds, or he should otherwise stop on the “hard shoulders” until the wind fades.
Turn on the fog lights and continue driving normally.
Drive faster to avoid the side wind.

7. When traffic sign 401 is placed at an entry to a road, which traffic sign should be placed at the entry from the opposite side of the same road?

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

Drive lright Turn after the sign.
Winding road.
Left turn followed by a right turn.
Drive to the right Turn before the sign.

9. When is it permitted to turn left, from a lane other than the left lane?

It is permitted when two or more left turn lanes are marked on the roadway.
It is only permitted from a one-way road to another one-way road.
It is permitted in an intersection with traffic lights only.
It is prohibited to turn.

10. What is the meaning of this sign?

End of a mountainous road.
Refreshment area for drivers. It is obligatory to turn on a blinking light, either yellow or red
Traffic cone, giving directions or marking an obstruction at a road works site.
Narrowing road.

11. Is the Licensing Authority (Licensing Bureau) permitted to delay the renewal of a driving license for a person who has a pending fine?

The Licensing Bureau is only permitted to delay renewal if the fine was accompanied by the issuance of demerit points, based on the traffic point system.
Yes. It is permitted to delay renewal due to fines imposed by any governmental body.
No. The Licensing Bureau is not permitted to delay license renewal without the consent of the driving license holder.
Yes, but only if the fine was imposed due to a traffic offense.

12. In a vehicle with a manual (regular) gearbox, it is important to adjust the gears:

In old vehicles only.
In order to protect the tires.
In long descents.
In order to determine the driving speed.without strain on the engine.

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

Entry is permitted for driving-instruction vehicles during the course of a driving lesson..
No entry for driving-instruction vehicles during the course of a driving lesson.
No entry for new drivers.
Entry is only permitted for two-wheelers used for driving-instruction purposes.

14. What are the risks of driving in high speeds?

Serious damage to the vehicle's front tires and steering system.
Fast wear and tear of the engine.
There is risk in driving in high speeds.
Reduced ability of stopping the vehicle in time in order to prevent an accident, and even loss of control over the vehicle.

15. What must a driver do when approaching a railway crossing barrier which is marked by a traffic light?

Turn off the vehicle’s radio only.
Act normally. The driver must drive carefully only when he sees or hears an approaching train.
Act normally. When a railway crossing is protected by a barrier, the driver is allowed to be less alert.
He must always slow down.

16. In your opinion, is the white vehicle within the curve positioned correctly?

No, the vehicle is close to the middle of the roadway and it endangers vehicles coming from the opposite direction.
In sharp curves it is necessary to “cut” through the curve, in order to reduce the centrifugal force (the force that acts on the vehicle while it turns).
When there is no other vehicle in the curve it is possible to be positioned anywhere within it.
When driving on a sharp curve, it is required to stay in it as shortly as possible; hence his position is correct.

17. What is the risk in braking while being forced to pull onto the “hard shoulder”?

The Vehicle may spin as a result of braking on different types of road surfaces that have different grades of friction.
Loss of steering ability as a result of excessive air pressure in the tires.
Loss of steering ability as a result of excessive brake use.
Vehicle spinning, because its front wheels become locked.

18. How can a driver handle the many tasks he needs to perform when approaching an intersection?

Warn other road users that he is approaching the intersection (by honking and signaling).
Ignore other road users; especially those smaller than him.
Drive faster in order to cross the intersection more quickly.
Slow down before the intersection, look around, and avoid engaging in any activity other than driving.

19. The lawful “point system for traffic offenses” is:

A system for issuing demerit points to drivers who are convicted of committing traffic offences once every five years.
A system for issuing demerit points to drivers who were convicted of committing offences against the traffic regulations.
A system through which courts are notified about vehicle improper functioning.
A system for registering convictions in criminal offences.

20. What is a reasonable and safe motorcycle riding speed?

The speed in which the rider exceeds the motorcycle’s driving limits or the road’s designated speed limit.
The statutory speed limit.
It depends on the motorcycle’s mechanical condition, age and safety systems.
A speed in which the rider can identify all road details and in which he has full control of the motorcycle.

21. What is the penalty for driving whilst disqualified?

A fine of 80,000 NIS
6 yrs in jail and 2 yrs on probation.
None, if the driver presents a valid driver’s license within 7 days
Up to 3 years in jail, plus other penalties.

22. Can a short refreshment break whilst driving lessen the driver’s tiredness?

Yes, after a break of a few minutes you can drive continuously for many hours.
Yes, a short break would drive the tiredness away completely.
No, a short break is an ineffective way to fight tiredness.
Yes, for a short time.

23. How would you handle the following situation?

Slow down and overtake the cyclist, whilst maintaining proper lateral distance from him and observing his movements.
Drive behind the cyclist until after the intersection and then honk and pass him quickly.
Honk to the cyclist until he clears away from your driving lane, and pass him as quickly as possible.
Drive faster and overtake the cyclist before entering the intersection in which overtaking is prohibited.

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

Entry is permitted for pedestrians only.
Children are not allowed to play here.
No entry for pedestrians, including the “hard shoulders”.
Careful! Pedestrians nearby.

25. Who is obliged to obey the “stop” sign in the following picture?

A driver wanting to make a left U-turn.
A driver wanting to turn left only.
A driver wanting to continue driving straight.
Any driver approaching an intersection.

26. It is not permitted to carry a passenger on a motorcycle unless:

The passenger wears a crash helmet as well as knee and elbow protectors.
The driver wears a crash helmet – the passenger doesn’t have to do so.
The driver and the passenger wear crash helmets.
The passenger holds a valid motorcycle driver’s license.

27. You are driving vehicle no. 3. According to the rules of giving right-of-way, in what order should the vehicles enter the intersection?

The cyclist (2), the blue vehicle (1), the vehicle you are driving (3).
The vehicle you are driving (3), the motorcyclist (2), the blue vehicle (1).
The vehicle that continues driving straight will go first into the intersection.
The blue vehicle (1), the motorcyclist (2), the vehicle you are driving (3).

28. Which identifying details must be provided by a vehicle driver involved in a road accident with casualties?

His name. ID card number and telephone number,
If the vehicle’s number plates are intact and readable, there’s no need to provide any details.
His name, address, driver’s license number, vehicle’s registered number and name of vehicle’s owner.
Driver’s license number and vehicle’s registered number only.

29. 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

30. What are the permitted driving directions according to the traffic signs in the following intersection?

Straight and left for busses only.
Straight in the direction of the arrow only for non-public vehicles.
All vehicles approaching will continue in the direction of the arrow.
Straight, for public transport only.

Theory Exam - Motorcycles Exam (A)

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

2. In order to overtake safely, the overtaking driver should:

3. The white vehicle’s driver is merging into traffic. how would you behave?

4. How should those involved in a road accident, which resulted in property damage only, conduct themselves?

5. What is the function of the ABS system?

6. What should a vehicle driver do in case of a strong side wind?

7. When traffic sign 401 is placed at an entry to a road, which traffic sign should be placed at the entry from the opposite side of the same road?

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

9. When is it permitted to turn left, from a lane other than the left lane?

10. What is the meaning of this sign?

11. Is the Licensing Authority (Licensing Bureau) permitted to delay the renewal of a driving license for a person who has a pending fine?

12. In a vehicle with a manual (regular) gearbox, it is important to adjust the gears:

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

14. What are the risks of driving in high speeds?

15. What must a driver do when approaching a railway crossing barrier which is marked by a traffic light?

16. In your opinion, is the white vehicle within the curve positioned correctly?

17. What is the risk in braking while being forced to pull onto the “hard shoulder”?

18. How can a driver handle the many tasks he needs to perform when approaching an intersection?

19. The lawful “point system for traffic offenses” is:

20. What is a reasonable and safe motorcycle riding speed?

21. What is the penalty for driving whilst disqualified?

22. Can a short refreshment break whilst driving lessen the driver’s tiredness?

23. How would you handle the following situation?

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

25. Who is obliged to obey the “stop” sign in the following picture?

26. It is not permitted to carry a passenger on a motorcycle unless:

27. You are driving vehicle no. 3. According to the rules of giving right-of-way, in what order should the vehicles enter the intersection?

28. Which identifying details must be provided by a vehicle driver involved in a road accident with casualties?

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

30. What are the permitted driving directions according to the traffic signs in the following intersection?