Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. How would you mark a vehicle that was forced to be left standing in the road?

Place a blinking flashlight to be seen to a distance of 30 meters.
Turn on the two front winkers.
Turn on the headlights during “light time”.
Place a warning triangle behind the vehicle that can be seen from at least 100mtrs.

2. 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

3. What is signified when a traffic light displays red and yellow lights simultaneously?

Cross the intersection quickly.
Prepare to drive when the green light appears.
When turning right give right-of-way to pedestrians.
The traffic light will shortly display red light only.

4. According to the following picture, is it permitted to deviate to the opposite lane?

Yes, the driver already looked at the mirror and nobody came behind him.
Yes, you can deviate to the opposite lane after glancing at the mirror, because no one drives behind.
Yes, if the winker is turned on, there is no need to glance at the mirror.
No, due to the double continuous separation line on the roadway.

5. A “central divider” is:

An area in which parking is prohibited, unless a traffic sign only directs otherwise
An area allowing escape at a time of danger, marked by a specific traffic sign
An area intended for two-wheeler parking on an urban way, without requiring any specific traffic sign
An area intended for parking on an urban way

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

No entry for tractors.
Give right of way to tractors driving in this road section,
Beware! Work vehicles and tractors crossing.
Stop! Only agricultural vehicles are permitted to go through.

7. While overtaking or passing by another vehicle:

It is permitted to pass the speed limit for a moment, if necessary.
You should drive precisely at the same speed as the overtaken vehicle.
It is prohibited to drive over the speed limit.
You should drive 10 k.p.h slower than the overtaken vehicle.

8. When is it permitted to pass more than one vehicle during one overtaking maneuver?

It is permitted in a straight and level roadway only, and prohibited in any other type of road.
Never: You are lawfully obliged to overtake only one vehicle during an overtaking maneuver, and to return to the right lane.
When overtaking is not restricted, and there is enough space in the overtaking lane for safe completion of the overtaking maneuver.
It is permitted when you overtake small vehicles only, and prohibited when you overtake big vehicles.

9. When you use the vehicle’s horn for signaling:

The signal shall be given at a fast and unchanging pace.
You are lawfully required to honk at least three times.
The signal should not be longer than needed.
The signal shall be given in a long and continuous manner.

10. What should you do when the traffic sign in the picture appears before you?

Drive faster to prevent the car from shaking.
Adjust your speed to the road’s conditions. Don't ignore an uneven road..
You are driving on a mountain road. Drive in low gear.
Obey the instructions of Public Works Department employees.

11. What is a driver required to do when he feels tired during night-driving?

Search for a safe place to rest and take a light nap where he doesn’t disturb traffic.
Listen to the radio, but avoid relaxing music.
Open the window next to him, to allow air flow in.
Eat a heavy meal and avoid drinking.

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

Camping spot.
Hotel ahead.
Restaurant.
Refreshment station.

13. Which of the vehicles displayed in the picture is not parked correctly?

The vehicle parked while the pedestrian crossing is behind it.
Both of them are not lawfully parked.
The vehicle park before the pedestrian crossing
Both vehicles are lawfully parked.

14. During “lighting up time”, when weather conditions are good – from which distance is the yellow flashing light of the portable lamp supposed to be seen?

150 meters.
30 meters.
100 meters.
75 meters.

15. 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.

16. How will a dirty front lamp influence night driving?

It will affect the field of vision.
The field of vision will grow.
It will cause a dazzeling (blinding).
Dirt will have no affect on the rider ability to recognize problems.

17. What are the terms for operating a taxi at the “Ben-Gurion” airport?

The taxi will only operate in coordination with the passenger in need of a ride, including relevant arrival and departure times.
Every taxi driver is permitted to transport passengers from the Ben-Gurion airport.
No permit is required for transporting passengers from the Ben-Gurion airport. Picking up time should be accurately coordinated in advance with passengers.
Only a taxi having a permit from the Licensing Authority can operate in the Ben-Gurion Airport, and only in accordance with the permit’s terms, including taxi stopping and parking.

18. What types of vehicles are permitted to park in a bus station, besides the bus itself?

Private vehicles, on Sabbaths and holidays only, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed at the bus station.
Private vehicles, during night time, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed in the bus station.
All types of vehicles, during night time, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed in the bus station.
Motorcycles, on Sabbaths and holidays only, according to the instructions of the road sign that is placed in the bus station.

19. When riding a bus, is it obligatory to obey the instructions of the bus service employees?

Yes, you must obey the orders of the service employees.
No, you don’t have to obey the instructions of the service employees.
No, you should only obey the instructions of policemen in uniform.
No, you must only obey the instructions of policemen and municipal inspectors.

20. Do traffic light instructions have priority over “right-of-way giving” signs?

No, In legal terms, the instructions of a traffic light and the instructions of traffic signs are of equal effect
No, but a stop sign has priority over a green light for traffic moving in the same direction
Yes, traffic light instructions have priority over any type of traffic sign, except for a flashing yellow light
Sometimes. Traffic light instructions have priority in an urban way only

21. What is a driver obliged to do when an emergency vehicle on duty appears behind him?

Slow down and deviate to the right if the road has only one lane.
Stop on the right side of the road, away from the intersection, and allow the emergency vehicle to pass.
Slow down and allow the emergency vehicle to pass.
No action is required when an emergency vehicle approaches from behind.

22. What might be the cause of loss of control of a vehicle?

Driving too fast and not wearing seatbelts.
Driving too fast, lack of vigilance and being unfamiliar with the vehicle.
Driving too fast and having non-functional head rests.
Driving at a reasonable speed and being unfamiliar with the vehicle’s mechanisms only.

23. How should a driver involved in traffic accident with casualties conduct himself?

If he is not culpable of the accident and the other driver involved is later held responsible for it, then he shall clear his vehicle away from the roadway.
He shall clear his vehicle away from the roadway to prevent traffic disturbance and call the rescue forces.
He shall clear away from the road and inform the police about the accident.
He shall not move his vehicle, unless instructed to do so by a policeman or if the vehicle had to be used for medical evacuation purposes.

24. Wearing a seat belt as required:

Keeps the driver in an upright sitting position;
Reduces the extent of injury during an accident.
Keeps the driver alert.
Reduces the driver’s movement in his seat and prevents accidents.

25. Who is responsible for a vehicle parked in a prohibited area?

The vehicle’s owner as listed in its registration document, regardless of who was driving the vehicle at the time the offense was committed.
The vehicle’s owner as listed in its registration document, unless he can prove the identity of any other driver who committed the offense.
Complaint would only be filed when it is made clear who was driving the vehicle at the time the offense was committed.
The rental agency if the vehicle was rented from it.

26. In the following picture, the response of the drivers to the vehicle that comes out of parking is unclear. How is the truck driver required to respond to this situation?

Slow down and stop if necessary, to verify that the drivers in front of him conduct themselves safely.
Stop his vehicle and allow the other vehicle to continue driving.
Continue driving and ignore the other exiting vehicle, because the truck has right of passage.
Continue driving while honking continuously to alert about an approaching truck.

27. How does the braking system of a vehicle work?

Through the braking of the front wheels only.
Through the pressure created between the engine and the clutch.
By turning the engine opposite to its normal direction of turning.
Through the friction between the brake disc and the brake pads.

28. When a white unbroken separation line is marked on the roadway, is it permitted to overtake a vehicle that is lawfully driving on the road’s “hard shoulders”?

Yes, but provided that the overtaken vehicle is a motorcycle.
No, it is prohibited to overtake.
Yes, but provided that the overtaking vehicle doesn’t cross the unbroken white line with any of its wheels.
Yes, but only if the overtaking vehicle is slow.

29. What measure is it important to take before stepping on the brake pedal in order to slow down or to stop?

Ease off the accelerator and shift to lower gear.
Check if there is a vehicle behind by glancing at the mirrors.
Step on the clutch pedal, to reduce the engine’s fuel consumption.
Signal and turn the wheel to the “hard shoulder”, to avoid rear-end collision.

30. What should you do when facing a structure, post or closed area, while driving on a two-way road?

You should continue driving according to size of the structure, post or closed area.
You are permitted to pass the place from either its right or left side
You should pass the place from its left side
You should pass on the right side, unless otherwise marked

Theory Exam - Public Service Vehicles Exam (D)

1. How would you mark a vehicle that was forced to be left standing in the road?

2. Define “play street”:

3. What is signified when a traffic light displays red and yellow lights simultaneously?

4. According to the following picture, is it permitted to deviate to the opposite lane?

5. A “central divider” is:

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

7. While overtaking or passing by another vehicle:

8. When is it permitted to pass more than one vehicle during one overtaking maneuver?

9. When you use the vehicle’s horn for signaling:

10. What should you do when the traffic sign in the picture appears before you?

11. What is a driver required to do when he feels tired during night-driving?

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

13. Which of the vehicles displayed in the picture is not parked correctly?

14. During “lighting up time”, when weather conditions are good – from which distance is the yellow flashing light of the portable lamp supposed to be seen?

15. What is the function of the ABS System?

16. How will a dirty front lamp influence night driving?

17. What are the terms for operating a taxi at the “Ben-Gurion” airport?

18. What types of vehicles are permitted to park in a bus station, besides the bus itself?

19. When riding a bus, is it obligatory to obey the instructions of the bus service employees?

20. Do traffic light instructions have priority over “right-of-way giving” signs?

21. What is a driver obliged to do when an emergency vehicle on duty appears behind him?

22. What might be the cause of loss of control of a vehicle?

23. How should a driver involved in traffic accident with casualties conduct himself?

24. Wearing a seat belt as required:

25. Who is responsible for a vehicle parked in a prohibited area?

26. In the following picture, the response of the drivers to the vehicle that comes out of parking is unclear. How is the truck driver required to respond to this situation?

27. How does the braking system of a vehicle work?

28. When a white unbroken separation line is marked on the roadway, is it permitted to overtake a vehicle that is lawfully driving on the road’s “hard shoulders”?

29. What measure is it important to take before stepping on the brake pedal in order to slow down or to stop?

30. What should you do when facing a structure, post or closed area, while driving on a two-way road?