Theory Exam - Meteoria

1. The auxiliary (parking/hand) brake is used by the driver:

To reinforce the braking force of the service (foot) brake.
Only new drivers use the auxiliary brake.
To assist the driver when he begins driving on a steep uphill climb only.
To secure his vehicle from any movement.

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

The sign indicates the speed limit ahead, and it applies to all vehicles.
End of special speed limit.
Special speed limit for restricted vehicles only.
It is prohibited to drive slower (in k.p.h) than indicated in the sign.

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3. According to the traffic sign that is placed at the bus station, parking at the bus station is permitted on Saturdays and holidays:

For private vehicles only.
For motorcycles only.
For slow vehicles only.
For commercial vehicles only.

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

Refreshment station.
First aid station.
Private ambulance station.
Ambulance parking only.

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5. Is it permitted to open the vehicle’s doors while driving?

Yes, provided that you drive slowly.
It is absolutely forbidden.
Yes, when carrying a long cargo.
Yes, when there are no passengers in the vehicle.

6. What is a taxi cab roof-sign?

A box in which the taxi meter is placed, and which must be lighted while the taxi is driving.
A device that registers the details of the bus ride on a disc.
A box used for storing a first aid bag.
A device installed on the roof of a taxi cab, which can be lighted, and is used for identification purposes.

7. The shape of warning signs are:

Usually triangular with its top pointing upwards.
Almost always round.
Square or rectangle.
Usually triangular with its top pointing downwards.

8. What is the maximum number of passengers a taxi driver is permitted to carry?

The number of passengers he may drive is unlimited.
12 besides the driver.
As the number of passengers that is indicated in the vehicle’s registration documents.
15 besides the driver.

9. Is it permitted to park a vehicle on the left side of a two-way street?

Yes, provided that it is parked close to the sidewalk.
It is forbidden.
Yes - in a street with at least three lanes.
Yes - in a street that is wider than 8 meters.

10. What sign signifies a station for changing a battery of an electric vehicle?

ס-131
ס-31
ס-130
פ-151

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11. 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.

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

Honk and signal drivers coming from the opposite direction that you intend to yield.
Stop and allow vehicles coming from the opposite direction to continue driving.
Reduce speed and check if the vehicle coming from the opposite direction yields as required.
Continue driving, take right of way, and you are not obliged to slow down.

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13. It is prohibited to overtake on a steep hill:

Only when there is a “danger” road sign.
When your field of vision is limited or obstructed.
Only when there is a “no overtaking” road sign.
Overtaking is permitted, provided that the weight of your car exceeds 4 tons.

14. What is “pupil transport” by bus?

Bus transportation of children or of students.
Bus transportation of children below 16 years of age..
Any transportation of a group of children in a bus, including service route.
Transporting of children to school or on an organized activity in an authorised vehicle.

15. What should you do when approaching a railway crossing and a warning signal is given before you reached the crossing:

Stop and don’t continue driving.
Slow down only when a signaler turns on a warning signal.
Slow down only if you see an approaching train.
Ignore the signal and continue driving. You were there before the signal.

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16. Is it permitted to get on or off a moving vehicle?

It is absolutely forbidden.
No, except if it doesn’t cause any risk.
Yes, as part of a sports activity, and only for adults passengers.
Yes, with the approval of a police officer.

17. Which road sign would follow road sign 716?

708
711
710
709

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18. What are the risks of driving continuously for many hours?

Engine power decreases, and that reduces the braking capacity.
Severe tiredness and a tendency to fall asleep.
A healthy driver faces no danger in driving continuously for many hours.
Heating and accelerated wear and tear of the front tires.

19. What is the correct way for pulling onto a “hard shoulder” which is lower than the road?

Quickly pulling onto the “hard shoulder” and quickly stopping after a very short distance.
Slowing down to a low speed and gradually moving onto the “hard shoulder”.
There is no "correct way": It is prohibited to pull onto a lower hard shoulder.
Quickly pulling onto the “hard shoulder” and then slowing down gradually.

20. How would you conduct yourself when approaching an intersection with a yellow flashing traffic light?

Slow down and even stop if necessary - according to the surrounding traffic.
In any case – stop before the pedestrian crossing.
Speed up before the light turns red.
Slow down and give right-of-way to vehicles coming from your left only.

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21. What is the order of actions the driver needs to take before slowing down?

Step firmly on the brake pedal, to inform the driver behind you began to slow down.
Give a hand signal to the driver behind, glance at the mirror to see his response and slow down.
Turn your head backwards, step on the brake pedal to slow down and finally take a quick look at the mirrors.
Glance at the mirrors, ease off the accelerator pedal and use the brakes or gears.

22. The following illustration shows a wide road. Which number in it marks a road?

2
8
1
3

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23. Are Bicycles permitted to enter a road when the following traffic sign is placed?

Yes.
Yes, entry is prohibited for public vehicles only.
No.
Yes, entry is prohibited for commercial vehicles only.

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24. 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.

25. 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.

26. When a public vehicle lets off passengers - is it regarded as stopping?

At first it is regarded as stopping and later on as parking.
Yes, it is regarded as stopping.
No, it is not regarded as stopping.
No, it is regarded as parking.

27. A vehicle examiner or a policeman carrying a traffic examiner certificate who finds technical flaws in a vehicle, may:

Summon the vehicle owner for an inquiry at the Israel Garage Association.
Notify the driver that the vehicle is taken off the road and take away the vehicle’s registration documents.
He is not permitted to do anything. An examiner or a policeman is not authorized to examine a vehicle on the road.
Send the vehicle to a Licensing Facility to undergo an additional semiannual test.

28. What risks are expected when the bus driver makes a sudden brake?

Being hit by a parked vehicle.
Injuring the bus passengers.
Over heating of the brakes.
Skidding and rolling over while driving uphill.

29. Define an “axle” of a vehicle:

The vehicle’s back beam to which the vehicle’s spare wheel is connected.
A shaft which transmits the rotary motion from the gearbox to the engine.
Shaft or system of shafts running the width of the vehicle attached to the wheels.
The vehicle’s front part, designed to absorb the impact of low-speed collisions

30. 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.

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