Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. Is a “restricted vehicle” permitted to use a road in which the following traffic sign is placed?

Yes, driving at a minimum speed of 55 k.p.h.
Yes, driving at a maximum speed of 55 k.p.h.
Yes, on a freeway only.
No.

2. In a properly functioning traffic light – how many times does the green light blinks before it turns yellow?

Four times.
Three times.
One time.
It varies according to traffic loads.

3. 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.

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

Continue driving only when the light starts blinking.
Wait and don’t cross until yellow light appears.
Start driving when yellow light appears.
You may keep driving if the intersection is clear and safe.

5. When are you forbidden to overtake another vehicle?

In a two-way interurban road.
When driving in a left-turn lane.
When the vehicle on your right drives slow.
When the other vehicle stops before an intersection or before a pedestrian crossing or before a railway crossing.

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

Camping spot.
Hotel ahead.
Restaurant.
Refreshment station.

7. Which traffic sign should be placed about 300 meters before a level crossing?

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

Stay away from the right edge of the road.
Slow down as you may encounter cyclists crossingn the road ahead.
Drive on the left of the road to avoid endangering anybody.
You have right-of-way. You can continue driving fast.

9. 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.

10. What is the meaning of the term “driving at a reasonable speed”?

Driving at a speed that allows the driver to perform other actions, which are not essential to driving.
Driving in a similar speed to that of the other drivers around you.
Taking account of road and traffic conditions, in a manner that the driver maintains absolute control of the vehicle and can stop safely at all times.
When the driving speed is determined at the driver’s own discretion, and provided that it doesn’t exceed the statutory speed limit.

11. When a traffic light in a junction displays a flashing green light:

A blinking green light indicates the same as a regular green light; hence it shouldn’t be given any special attention.
It indicates that the green light is about to turn to yellow, in 3 seconds.
It indicates that the traffic light is out of order and you should follow the signs that are placed in the intersection.
It indicates that the light turned green a few moments ago and that you can continue driving.

12. 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.

13. How would you conduct yourself according to the picture?

Glance at the mirrors, slow down and stop if necessary.
Drive faster and honk gently.
Honk for warning and continue driving in normal speed.
Honk loudly to warn pedestrians.

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

If you see the train’s lights, stop 20 meters before the crossing and don’t try to overtake.
Overtaking is prohibited, from the signpost until after the level crossing.
Stop at a distance of one meter at least before the tracks and check whether another vehicle is trying to overtake you.
Drive faster and cross the railway tracks as quickly as possible. Complete the overtaking maneuver after the crossing.

15. What impossible situation is depicted in the following picture?

the road signs contradict each other.
A “one-way road” sign should be placed on both sides of the roadway.
A “right of way” sign must be placed on both sides of the roadway.
A “one-way road” sign should be placed on the left side of the roadway.

16. When are we not obligated to drive on the right hand side of the road?

When overtaking.
When turning right.
Before a roundabout.
When approaching an intersection.

17. In which cases are you obliged to slow down?

You are only obliged to slow down in case of busy traffic.
When encountering or overtaking an animal.
There is no obligation to slow down. There is an obligation to drive carefully.
You are obliged to slow down in an urban road only.

18. Who is allowed to drive against traffic in a one-way street?

It is prohibited, except for a security vehicle on duty, or in accordance with a policeman’s directions
It is allowed for cyclists only
It is unconditionally prohibited, even when a policeman directs otherwise
It is allowed on holidays, when traffic is light and no disturbance is caused

19. Sudden braking is permitted when:

It is the only way to prevent an accident.
The driver or any of the passengers suddenly want to get off the vehicle.
The driver wants to make a U-turn.
The driver realizes he is lost.

20. When a driver is approaching a high point or a place in which his field of vision is obstructed, he should:

Continue driving in normal speed.
Turn on the four winkers (distress lights) to warn other drivers.
Drive faster and use the road’s “hard shoulders”.
Slow down and drive at a reasonable speed, which corresponds with his field of vision.

21. How should you drive a child less than one year of age inside a vehicle?

In the front seat only, accompanied by an adult passenger.
In a safety seat for babies, and in the back seat only..
In a safety seat, with the back of the seat facing the front of the car.
On the knees of a passenger over twenty one years of age.

22. How would you conduct yourself in the following situation?

Honk and bypass the children as if you are overtaking a parked vehicle.
Slightly swerve to the right and bypass the children quickly.
Glance at the mirrors, slow down and stop if required..
Don’t disturb the children, you are driving in a play street.

23. Does a-can of beer have a lesser effect on a driver compared to a whisky shot?

No. They both have a more or less equal effect on the driver’s ability to drive safely.
No, beer is not regarded as a drink which affects one’s driving.
Yes, beer has more alcohol than whisky.
No, the quantity of beer is greater and therefore its effect is greater.

24. Is it permitted to tow more than one trailer?

Yes, but only with a permit of the Licensing Authority.
Yes, but only with a permit of the Controller of Road Transport.
Yes, but only with a permit of a policeman.
Yes, when carrying long freights it is permitted to tow more than one trailer, but it requires the approval of the safety officer.

25. Is it obligatory for vehicles to have a properly functioning speedometer?

No. It is not obligatory to have it functioning properly. It is enough if you drive according to speed limit.
Not always, only when a Techograph is installed in the vehicle.
No, it depends on the driver’s own discretion.
Yes, always.

26. What are you required to do if you detect a malfunction in the braking system while driving?

Slow down and try to accustom yourself to the situation and complete your drive safely.
Slow down and rely on the ABS System.
Continue driving very carefully and use the parking brake.
Stop driving immediately and ensure that the vehicle is towed to a garage and checked there.

27. What would you do to achieve safe driving down a continuous steep slope?

Use the engine’s braking power by shifting to a lower gear and make only partial use of the brakes
It is not recommended to drive in a sharp descent for a long time.
You should rely solely on the engine’s braking power.
You should step on the brake pedal firmly and continuously to maintain the desirable speed.

28. How can we reduce air pollution caused by the vehicle’s gas emissions?

By washing the vehicle’s fuel tank once a month.
By keeping the engine and its surroundings clean.
It is impossible to reduce air pollution. It is a constant factor in the vehicle.
By regular maintenance of the vehicle’s engine and other systems.

29. What safety measures should be taken before lifting the vehicle with a jack stand?

You should prevent vehicle movement (by putting on the hand brake and placing blocks under the wheels) and loosen wheel retaining/screw nuts.
You should verify that the vehicle stands on a straight and horizontal surface.
You should shift the gear handle to neutral and release the parking brake.
You should first lift the vehicle from another corner, to verify that the jack stand is functioning properly.

30. What are you required to do according to the following traffic sign?

Give right-of-way to traffic crossing your path on the roundabout,
Drive right or left. A yellow arrow shows the direction of driving for public transportation only.
When you are driving in the roundabout, give right-of way to vehicles that approach the roundabout from its different ‘arms’.
Pass the place that is marked with a signpost from its left only.

Theory Exam - Private Vehicles Exam (B)

1. Is a “restricted vehicle” permitted to use a road in which the following traffic sign is placed?

2. In a properly functioning traffic light – how many times does the green light blinks before it turns yellow?

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

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

5. When are you forbidden to overtake another vehicle?

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

7. Which traffic sign should be placed about 300 meters before a level crossing?

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

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

10. What is the meaning of the term “driving at a reasonable speed”?

11. When a traffic light in a junction displays a flashing green light:

12. What is the difference between the following signs?

13. How would you conduct yourself according to the picture?

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

15. What impossible situation is depicted in the following picture?

16. When are we not obligated to drive on the right hand side of the road?

17. In which cases are you obliged to slow down?

18. Who is allowed to drive against traffic in a one-way street?

19. Sudden braking is permitted when:

20. When a driver is approaching a high point or a place in which his field of vision is obstructed, he should:

21. How should you drive a child less than one year of age inside a vehicle?

22. How would you conduct yourself in the following situation?

23. Does a-can of beer have a lesser effect on a driver compared to a whisky shot?

24. Is it permitted to tow more than one trailer?

25. Is it obligatory for vehicles to have a properly functioning speedometer?

26. What are you required to do if you detect a malfunction in the braking system while driving?

27. What would you do to achieve safe driving down a continuous steep slope?

28. How can we reduce air pollution caused by the vehicle’s gas emissions?

29. What safety measures should be taken before lifting the vehicle with a jack stand?

30. What are you required to do according to the following traffic sign?