Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. 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.

2. Is a taxi driver exempt from wearing a seat belt while driving?

Yes, but only on urban roads, also when there are no passengers in the taxi.
Yes, but only on interurban roads.
Yes, but only on urban roads, when there are passengers in the taxi.
Yes, but only if it is specifically indicated by a traffic sign.

3. Define “to dip the lights”:

Turning off the high beam and turning on the fog lights
Changing the height of the parking beam
Reverting from low beam to high beam.
Reverting from high beam to low beam.

4. What might be the consequence of excessive brake use?

Overcooling of the brakes and increase of braking efficiency.
Overheating of the brakes and decrease of braking efficiency.
Excessive use of the brakes should cause no concern.
The power of the engine might be decreased and it might even stop working.

5. What is the speed limit of a bus, other than a minibus on, a Freeway?

70 k.p.h.
90 k.p.h.
100 k.p.h.
80 k.p.h.

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

Parking lot and bicycle parking arrangements.
Authorized parking lot for public vehicles ahead.
Pedestrian crossing.
Crossing for cyclists.

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7. Children should get on and off a student bus:

From the front right door only.
From the rear door only.
Far away from the sidewalk always.
From the front right door and from the rear door.

8. The correctional measures which may be imposed by the Licensing Authority, based on the point system:

Are merely recommendations. Only a court of law is authorized to impose correctional measures, based on the point system.
Come to replace traffic offence related convictions..
Do not include driver’s license revocation (Only a police officer is permitted to revoke a driver’s license).
Are additional to any other sanction that is imposed on a driver by a court of law due to traffic offenses.

9. According to the law, in what order should vehicles enter the following intersection?

The tractor (2) always enters the intersection last.
The tractor (2), you, as the vehicle making a left turn (3), the blue vehicle (1).
The vehicle turning left (3), the blue vehicle (1), the tractor (2).
You, as the vehicle making a left turn (3), followed by the tractor (2), and then the blue vehicle (1).

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10. When visibility on the road is poor, the driver should:

Slow down, adjust his speed to the visibility conditions and turn-on his dipped beam.
On a two-way road – slow down; and on a one-way road – continue driving normally.
Accelerate and turn-on the rear lights, to prevent collision with the vehicle driving behind.
Turn-on the high beam to extend the field of vision and warn the incoming traffic from your opposite direction.

11. Define “motor vehicle”:

A vehicle propelled by a diesel engine only
A vehicle propelled by a gasoline engine only.
A vehicle, propelled by any power or mechanical means.
A vehicle with at least two wheels.

12. What characterizes the following road?

It is a play street. You should adjust your speed appropriately, up to a maximum of 40 k.p.h.
The absence of pedestrians on the roadway; hence there is no risk of being surprised by them. All is in order.
It is an urban road with parked vehicles, and pedestrians might emerge from between the parked vehicles.
The roadway looks very wide and no surprises are expected.

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13. Is a bus driver permitted to smoke while driving?

No, except on touring rides only.
No, except on a touring ride, when the passengers are foreign citizens and with their consent.
No.
Yes. The driver is separated from the rest of the passengers and therefore is permitted to smoke any time.

14. Define “stop line”:

A line drawn on either full or half width across the road marking a stopping point for vehicles.
A line along the road, marking the point in which a vehicle must stop, in junctions with traffic lights only.
A line along the road, marking the point in which a vehicle must stop, before a railway crossing
A junction-line along the road, either full or partial, marking the point in which a vehicle must stop near a pavement

15. Who is permitted to summon a vehicle to undergo a technical examination?

A Municipal Inspector, an employee of the Public Works Department, and a policeman carrying a policeman certificate.
An examiner of the Licensing Authority as well as a policeman carrying a traffic examiner certificate.
Any manager of a licensed garage.
The Director of the Standardization Department in the Israel Bureau of Standards.

16. How should a driver conduct himself when noticing a “security vehicle”?

Slow down, divert to the road’s right edge and continue driving normally.
Divert his vehicle to the right, as close as possible to the road’s edge, give right-of-way and stop if necessary a distance from an intersection.
Mount the sidewalk and stop there.
Drive closely behind the security vehicle and keep a constant distance of two seconds from it.

17. 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.

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

Winding road in both directions at the next intersection.
Turn right or left.
No U-turn to the left.
Pass the place that is marked with a signpost from its right only.

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19. The danger of skidding on a wet road is greater:

The deeper are the grooves in the tires.
The more worn-out are the tires.
The higher is the tire air pressure.
The heavier is the vehicle.

20. How are you required to conduct yourself according to the following picture?

Keep driving routinely when the road is clear.
Pass quickly next to the road sign.
Slow down and keep to the right; winding road ahead.
Honk before entering the curve.

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21. 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.

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22. What is the correct manner for leaving a vehicle standing in a roadway?

There is no restriction on how to leave a vehicle standing in a roadway.
Parallel to the road’s edge or according to the road’s marking.
Perpendicularly to the road’s edge.
In an angle of no more than thirty degrees from the kerb.

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

No through road (cul-de sac) to your right.
Vehicle exit from a parking lot on the right.
Give right-of-way to incoming vehicles and to vehicles turning left.
Give right-of-way while making a right turn.

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24. Is it permitted to use any other means for signaling when the electric signaling system is not functioning?

It is required to give signal by hand, but only in good weather conditions.
It is required under these circumstances to give signal by hand.
No. You must use the direction indicator for signaling.
It is required to give signal by hand, but only at night.

25. How should you continue driving according to the following marking?

You are permitted to drive straight (ahead) or left.
You are permitted to drive left only.
You are permitted to turn left from all lanes.
You are permitted to drive right only.

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26. What are the elements that contribute to vehicle skidding?

The old age of the vehicle.
Road visibility conditions.
Every element that prevents direct contact between the tire and the roadway, such as: water, oil, mud, gravel, etc.
Any element which affects the driver's alertness.

27. What is a driver always required to do when another vehicle “sits on his tail”?

Step on the brake pedal abruptly and continuously.
Verify that the distance he keeps from the vehicle driving in front will allow him to brake moderately and avoid the risk of a collision from behind.
You have nothing to do. The one driving behind is always found guilty in case of an accident.
Accelerate immediately and increase the distance from the vehicle behind.

28. The ability to control a vehicle:

Does not depend on driving speed.
Depends on road conditions only, and not on the vehicle or the driver.
Improves the faster you drive.
Increases when driving at a suitable speed for the varying road conditions.

29. When you approach an intersection and the a traffic light starts flashing green.

It is a sign that the traffic light is out of order and you should follow the instructions of the road signs that are placed there.
There is no difference between flickering-green and green light; hence, there is no need to pay special attention to it.
It is a sign that the green light is about to change in three seconds.
It is a sign that the light turned green a short time ago and you can continue driving.

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30. 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.

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