Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. How would a strong side-wind affect the movement of the tall truck?

The wind pushes to divert the truck, and the truck driver would be forced to slow down and overcome the lateral force that pushes him to the side.
It would have no effect. A commercial vehicle carrying a heavy load is not affected at all by side winds.
Side winds do not affect heavy vehicles.
It would have no effect. The truck, without cargo, is not affected by the force of side winds.

2. What is the meaning of the following road marking?

Parking area for public vehicles.
A marked traffic island in the center of the roadway.
No parking.in this area
A place where parking is permitted for a short time.

3. Traffic changes are taking place ahead, how would you prepare for these changes?

You are driving on the right lane, pay attention to the vehicles merging into your lane from the right only.
The number of lanes is decreasing; move to the left lane without interrupting the vehicles in that lane.
The number of lanes is increasing; stay on the right lane and keep to your right.
You are driving in the right lane, pay attention to the vehicles merging into your lane, from left and right.

4. When the following road sign is placed:

Only buses are permitted to stop.
Passenger loading is permitted on holidays only.
Only taxis are permitted to stop.
Only unloading of workers is permitted.

5. How would you conduct yourself when approaching a place, as described in the picture?

Hoot to those standing by the vehicle, and make it clear that you intend on continuing driving without interruption.
Slow down and pull into the right “hard shoulder” until the opposite lane is cleared.
Stop at the right side of the road and wait for the rescue forces to arrive.
Slow down and stop if necessary, and give right of way to the traffic coming from the opposite direction.

6. What should a driver verify (according to the law) before making a U-turn on a straight road section?

That the vehicle doesn't carry any hazardous material.
That he starts turning from the farthest right lane.
That the turn is not made before a hill on the road.
That he starts turning from the farthest left lane.

7. 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.

8. What are we required to ensure before starting to drive?

That the fuel and oil types are those required for the proper operation of the vehicle.
That we can operate and use the vehicle proficiently.
That the vehicle has spare bulbs and fuses.
That the vehicle received all the treatment necessary for its current maintenance.

9. What is the risk in shifting gears while driving a heavy vehicle down a steep descent?

There is no risk in shifting gears, and gears are not so important, as long as one of them is operated.
Shifting gears while driving down a steep descent is not dangerous.
There is no danger. By shifting from low gear to high gear while driving on a steep descent, the vehicle can drive faster.
There is a risk that the gear would not shift and the vehicle would stay in neutral gear.

10. What are we required to see in the outer side mirrors of the vehicle?

The tip of the vehicle’s side body and the road at the sides of the vehicle.
Any moving vehicle to the right of our vehicle.
Any vehicle to the left of our vehicle, including pedestrians.
The back wheel and the area in front of it.

11. What is the correct sentence?

The braking distance is always longer than the reaction distance.
The reaction distance is always longer than the braking distance.
The braking distance is always longer that the stopping distance.
The stopping distance is always longer than the braking distance.

12. Define “path”:

Part of the width of the road designated for pedestrians only.
A part of the road, designed for motorcycle traffic only.
Lane or part of a lane that is not a road and designated for specific users.
A part of the road, which was marked by the “Israel’s Paths” Company.

13. 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.

14. Is it obligatory to wear a helmet while driving an ATV?

It is obligatory to wear a helmet when the ATV doesn’t have a safety frame
No, it is not obligatory to wear a helmet
Yes, the driver and all passengers must wear a helmet while driving
It is obligatory to wear a helmet on a roadway only

15. 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.

16. 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.

17. Is a vehicle driver allowed to exceed the speed limit while overtaking?

Yes, in a non-urban road only.
No.
Yes, in a freeway only.
Yes, when overtaking a motorcycle.

18. Is it permitted for vehicle drivers to drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol?

Yes, when they need to drive in order to receive medical treatment only.
Yes, for short-distance drives back home.
Yes, in accordance with doctor’s orders only.
It is absolutely forbidden.

19. Which of the following sentences is correct as regards to other drivers?

You should assume that other drivers would always give you right of way.
You shouldn’t assume that other drivers will always give you right of way.
Truck drivers are professional drivers; hence they are less of a danger.
Drivers who turn-on the winker, always turn to the direction they signal to.

20. In a work vehicle:

It is prohibited to transport passengers but it is permitted to carry freight.
It is prohibited to carry freight but it is permitted to carry up to 6 passengers in the vehicle’s trunk.
It is permitted to transport passengers and to carry freight.
It is prohibited to carry freight or transport passengers, except in the driver’s compartment.

21. What should you do when your vehicle makes unreasonable noise?

A vehicle making unreasonable noise should not be driven.
It is permitted to drive a vehicle making unreasonable noise under the approval of the local authority.
It is permitted to drive a vehicle making unreasonable noise in a freeway.
It is permitted to drive a vehicle making unreasonable noise unrestrictedly.

22. When are you obliged to stop before a railway crossing?

When a “railway crossing” sign is placed.
When a “right of way for crossing traffic” sign is placed.
You don’t have to stop. Stop at your own discretion when a train is seen and is approaching.
When the train is seen, heard or sounds a warning signal.

23. Which type of vehicle is allowed to stop or be left standing on the hard shoulder of an inter-urban road which is marked as a main road?

A work vehicle or a tractor.
A vehicle engaged in selling fruits and vegetables to passersby.
A vehicle engaged in public works and an I.D.F vehicle - for the purpose of fulfilling their duties.
A towing vehicle and a trailer, a truck tractor and a semi-trailer, with a maximum width of three meters.

24. 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.

25. 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.

26. According to the picture, who of those involved should take measures to prevent an accident?

The vehicle and the pedestrian are far from each other; hence no measures should be taken.
The pedestrian should stop and allow the vehicle to continue driving.
The driver should slow down and even stop if necessary.
The pedestrian should walk faster and finish crossing.

27. According to the following indications, how many vehicles are standing in front of you?

There is no way to know how many vehicles are in front based on the picture.
According to the picture, only the silver vehicle is driving in front of us.
There are two vehicles in front of you. There is the silver vehicle and another shadow in front of it.
The indications in the picture do not hint the number of vehicles in front.

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

Parking on the sidewalk is permitted, provided that the sidewalk is wider than six meters.
Parking on the sidewalk is permitted for all vehicles, according to the sidewalk’s marking.
No parking on the sidewalk.
Parking on the sidewalk is permitted, according to the sidewalk’s marking, for private and commercial vehicles with an all up weight of up to 2,200 kg.

29. Which of the following signs indicate a single track level crossing?

30. What might happen to a vehicle when its wheels get locked?

The vehicle will lose its steering ability.
The vehicle will lose its braking ability.
Overheating of the engine.
The steering ability is not influenced.

Theory Exam - Trucks Exam (C1)

1. How would a strong side-wind affect the movement of the tall truck?

2. What is the meaning of the following road marking?

3. Traffic changes are taking place ahead, how would you prepare for these changes?

4. When the following road sign is placed:

5. How would you conduct yourself when approaching a place, as described in the picture?

6. What should a driver verify (according to the law) before making a U-turn on a straight road section?

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

8. What are we required to ensure before starting to drive?

9. What is the risk in shifting gears while driving a heavy vehicle down a steep descent?

10. What are we required to see in the outer side mirrors of the vehicle?

11. What is the correct sentence?

12. Define “path”:

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

14. Is it obligatory to wear a helmet while driving an ATV?

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

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

17. Is a vehicle driver allowed to exceed the speed limit while overtaking?

18. Is it permitted for vehicle drivers to drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol?

19. Which of the following sentences is correct as regards to other drivers?

20. In a work vehicle:

21. What should you do when your vehicle makes unreasonable noise?

22. When are you obliged to stop before a railway crossing?

23. Which type of vehicle is allowed to stop or be left standing on the hard shoulder of an inter-urban road which is marked as a main road?

24. While overtaking or passing by another vehicle:

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

26. According to the picture, who of those involved should take measures to prevent an accident?

27. According to the following indications, how many vehicles are standing in front of you?

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

29. Which of the following signs indicate a single track level crossing?

30. What might happen to a vehicle when its wheels get locked?