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Key Facts: UAN Exame de Acesso Exam

English-language MCQ study adaptations in this bank

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3,900

Announced 2026/2027 places

UAN 2026 notice

5,000 / 10,000 AOA

2026 fee for one / two course options

UAN 2026 notice

10/20 + ranking

Regulatory minimum plus vacancy-based selection

Decreto Presidencial 5/19, Articles 16–17

Current 2026/2027 UAN entrance competition: course-specific written tests in Portuguese, 3,900 announced places, a 5,000 AOA one-option or 10,000 AOA two-option fee, and examinations scheduled for 25–28 August 2026. Official item count and duration were not published in the reviewed notice.

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1In formal expository and academic prose, what is the primary communicative function of a thesis statement placed in the introductory paragraph?

A.To state the central argument or proposition that the author will substantiate throughout the text

B.To summarize all supporting empirical data and statistical tables in exhaustive detail

C.To present an emotional narrative anecdote unrelated to the core analytical topic

D.To introduce tangential counterarguments without establishing an authorial position

Explanation: In academic and expository writing, the thesis statement establishes the main claim, proposition, or analytical focus of the entire essay. It guides the reader by defining the scope of the inquiry and framing the supporting arguments developed in subsequent paragraphs. Effective thesis statements are precise, debatable, and logically aligned with the conclusion.

2Consider the sentence: 'Embora as condições climáticas fossem adversas, os agricultores concluíram a colheita com êxito.' Which semantic relationship is established by the subordinate conjunction 'Embora'?

A.Concession (introducing an obstacle that fails to prevent the realization of the main clause action)

B.Condition (stating a prerequisite requirement necessary for the main action)

C.Cause (explaining the direct physical catalyst producing the primary result)

D.Consecution (expressing the direct resultant consequence of an initial action)

Explanation: The subordinating conjunction 'embora' introduces an adverbial concessive clause (oração subordinada adverbial concessiva). Concessive clauses denote an opposing fact, condition, or obstacle that theoretically could hinder the main action, but ultimately fails to impede its completion.

3Which of the following Portuguese words was formed through composition by agglutination (composição por aglutinação), in which the fusion of the elements caused phonological loss in at least one of them?

A.Planalto (from 'plano' + 'alto')

B.Guarda-chuva (from 'guarda' + 'chuva')

C.Infelizmente (from 'in-' + 'feliz' + '-mente')

D.O cantar (from the verb 'cantar')

Explanation: In agglutination (composição por aglutinação), the component words merge into a single lexical unit with phonological alteration or loss in at least one element: 'planalto' results from the fusion of 'plano' + 'alto', with the final vowel 'o' of 'plano' suppressed. Other classic examples include 'fidalgo' (< filho + de + algo) and 'embora' (< em + boa + hora).

4According to the normative grammar of Portuguese verbal agreement (concordância verbal), which sentence correctly handles a partitive subject followed by a plural specification?

A.A maioria dos estudantes aprovou o exame de acesso, embora alguns tenham reprovado.

B.A maioria dos estudantes aprovaram o exame, mas nenhum deles obtiveram nota máxima.

C.A maior parte dos livros foi vendidos durante a feira académica de Luanda.

D.Grande número de candidatos desistiram porque faltava documentos essenciais.

Explanation: When the subject is formed by a partitive expression in the singular ('a maioria de', 'a maior parte de', 'grande parte de') followed by a plural noun or pronoun ('dos estudantes'), the verb can agree either in the singular with the collective nucleus ('aprovou') or in the plural with the specifier ('aprovaram'). In option A, 'aprovou' correctly agrees with 'a maioria', and the subsequent clause 'alguns tenham' correctly uses the plural subjunctive.

5In standard Portuguese, the verb 'assistir' in the sense of 'to witness' or 'to watch' exhibits which syntactic transitivity and prepositional regency?

A.Transitivo indireto, requiring the preposition 'a' (e.g., 'Assistimos ao debate universitário')

B.Transitivo direto, taking a direct object without a preposition (e.g., 'Assistimos o debate universitário')

C.Intransitivo, incapable of taking any nominal complement

D.Transitivo direto e indireto, requiring both a direct object and the preposition 'de'

Explanation: Under standard Portuguese normative regency, when 'assistir' signifies 'to watch', 'to witness', or 'to be present at', it functions as a transitive indirect verb governed by the preposition 'a' (e.g., 'assistir ao filme', 'assistir à conferência'). When used in the sense of 'to give medical or humanitarian aid', it can govern a direct object without preposition ('assistir o doente').

6Which of the following sentences exhibits the correct application of pronominal proclisis (próclise) triggered by a grammatical attractor?

A.Nunca se devem ignorar os princípios éticos da investigação científica.

B.Nunca devem-se ignorar os princípios éticos da investigação científica.

C.Os investigadores reuniram-se quando não informou-se o cancelamento da sessão.

D.Sempre dedicar-se-á aos estudos preparatórios para o exame de acesso.

Explanation: Negative words such as 'nunca', 'jamais', and 'não' are mandatory proclitic attractors (palavras atrativas) in standard Portuguese. Therefore, the oblique clitic pronoun 'se' must precede the auxiliary verb ('Nunca se devem ignorar').

7Identify the figure of speech (figura de estilo) present in the classic literary line: 'Amor é fogo que arde sem se ver; é ferida que dói e não se sente' (Luís de Camões).

A.Paradox / Oxymoron (uniting contradictory ideas into an apparent semantic impossibility)

B.Metonymy (substituting the container for the contained or cause for effect)

C.Hyperbole (deliberate factual exaggeration for dramatic emphasis)

D.Euphemism (softening an unpleasant or harsh reality)

Explanation: Camões uses paradox (oxymoro / paradoxo) by combining mutually exclusive concepts simultaneously: burning without being seen, and feeling pain while not feeling it. While metaphor is present at the micro level ('Amor é fogo'), the overarching rhetorical device defining the conceptual duality of the stanza is the poetic paradox.

8In the complex sentence 'O diretor da faculdade confirmou que as pautas finais serão publicadas amanhã', what syntactic role does the subordinate clause perform relative to the main clause?

A.Oração subordinada substantiva objetiva direta (functioning as the direct object of 'confirmou')

B.Oração subordinada substantiva subjetiva (functioning as the syntactic subject of the predicate)

C.Oração subordinada adjetiva explicativa (providing non-essential descriptive attribution)

D.Oração subordinada substantiva completiva nominal (completing the meaning of an abstract noun)

Explanation: The main clause has a transitive direct verb ('confirmou') whose subject is 'O diretor da faculdade'. The subordinate clause 'que as pautas finais serão publicadas amanhã' completes the transitive action directly without a preposition, functioning as the direct object (objeto direto). Thus, it is classified as an 'oração subordinada substantiva objetiva direta'.

9Select the option that correctly distinguishes the paronymous pair 'eminente' and 'iminente' in Portuguese.

A.'Eminente' means distinguished, illustrious, or elevated; 'iminente' means threatening to occur immediately

B.'Eminente' means about to happen immediately; 'iminente' means famous and prestigious

C.'Eminente' relates to exiting a territory; 'iminente' relates to entering a new nation

D.'Eminente' denotes an unlawful act; 'iminente' denotes an unprovable hypothesis

Explanation: Paronyms are words with similar spelling and pronunciation but completely distinct meanings. 'Eminente' (from Latin eminens) signifies someone illustrious, prominent, or distinguished. 'Iminente' (from Latin imminens) describes an event that is impending, impendingly close, or about to occur at any moment.

10Which of the following represents an instance of cataphoric reference (referência catafórica) in textual cohesion?

A.'Apenas desejo isto: que todos os candidatos alcancem o sucesso merecido.'

B.'Os professores elaboraram os testes. Eles dedicaram semanas ao projeto.'

C.'Visitei Luanda e Benguela; nesta última cidade, o clima marítimo é encantador.'

D.'A ciência e a tecnologia avançam rapidamente; ambas transformam a sociedade.'

Explanation: Cataphoric reference occurs when a cohesive element (such as the demonstrative pronoun 'isto') anticipates and refers forward to linguistic information that has not yet been introduced in the text ('que todos os candidatos alcancem o sucesso merecido'). Anaphoric reference, conversely, refers back to previously stated entities.

About the UAN Exame de Acesso Exam

UANs 2026/2027 Exames de Acesso are course-specific, in-person written entrance tests administered in Portuguese. UAN publishes different subject combinations by course rather than one multidisciplinary paper for every applicant. The current cycle announced 3,900 places and examinations scheduled for 25–28 August 2026. This English-language MCQ bank is a broad study adaptation, not an official translation or format simulation.

Assessment

Question count not published by the exam provider

Time Limit

Not published in the reviewed 2026 UAN materials; candidates must follow their examination notice and card

Passing Score

10/20 is the national regulatory minimum under Article 17 of Decreto Presidencial 5/19; admission also depends on ranking within the annual course vacancy limit, and an institution may propose a higher course minimum

Exam Fee

5,000 AOA for one course option or 10,000 AOA for two options in the 2026/2027 UAN notice (Universidade Agostinho Neto (UAN), Luanda, Angola)

UAN Exame de Acesso Exam Content Outline

Varies by course

Portuguese language

Required across the subject combinations published by UAN; reading, grammar, and language use.

Varies by course

Mathematics

Required across the published subject combinations; school-level algebra, functions, geometry, trigonometry, and problem solving.

Natural-science and engineering subjects

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Technical Drawing

The exact combination depends on the selected science, engineering, architecture, or related course.

Social-science and humanities subjects

History and General Culture

Used with Portuguese and Mathematics for social sciences, law, economics, humanities, and several other courses.

How to Pass the UAN Exame de Acesso Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 10/20 is the national regulatory minimum under Article 17 of Decreto Presidencial 5/19; admission also depends on ranking within the annual course vacancy limit, and an institution may propose a higher course minimum
Assessment: Question count not published by the exam provider
Time limit: Not published in the reviewed 2026 UAN materials; candidates must follow their examination notice and card
Exam fee: 5,000 AOA for one course option or 10,000 AOA for two options in the 2026/2027 UAN notice

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UAN Exame de Acesso Study Tips from Top Performers

1Identify the exact subject combination published for the selected UAN course before studying.

2Use UANs published contents and secondary-school materials for Portuguese, Mathematics, and the applicable science, drawing, history, or general-culture subjects.

3Use this bank for concept checks, but practise written work in Portuguese and follow the current examination card for time, venue, and permitted materials.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there one UAN entrance paper for every course?

No. UAN publishes different subject combinations by course and organic unit.

What are the official item count and duration?

The reviewed 2026 UAN materials do not publish a universal count or duration. Candidates must use their current notice and examination card.

What is the minimum mark?

Article 17 of Decreto Presidencial 5/19 sets 10/20 as the national minimum. Selection is also competitive within course vacancies, and a higher course minimum may be proposed.

What did UAN announce for 2026/2027?

UAN announced 3,900 places, fees of 5,000 AOA for one option or 10,000 AOA for two, and examinations scheduled for 25–28 August 2026.

Does this bank reproduce a UAN paper?

No. It is a 99-question English-language MCQ study adaptation spanning common subject groups; the official tests are course-specific, written, and administered in Portuguese.