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Key Facts: Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II Exam

90 min

Exam Time Limit

Distrito Único Andaluz

0–10

Grading Scale

Junta de Andalucía

4.0

Min. Access Phase Score

Comisión Interuniversitaria

EUR 58.70

Base Registration Fee

Junta de Andalucía

6 Blocks

Curriculum Content Areas

2º Bachillerato Dibujo Artístico II Syllabus

The Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II exam (Dibujo Artístico II) is administered by the Distrito Único Andaluz and Comisión Interuniversitaria de Andalucía for students completing 2nd Bachillerato. The exam lasts 90 minutes and is graded on a 0–10 scale (minimum 4.0 required in the Access Phase). Note that local questions on this platform are an English-language MCQ study adaptation created to help students master the underlying 2nd Bachillerato curriculum.

Sample Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II Practice Questions

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1On the international graphite pencil grading scale, how does an 8B pencil differ from a 2H pencil in terms of mark characteristics and core composition?
A.An 8B pencil has a higher graphite-to-binder ratio, producing soft, dark, and matte marks.
B.An 8B pencil has a higher clay content, producing hard, light, and sharp lines.
C.A 2H pencil contains more graphite than clay, making it softer and darker than an 8B pencil.
D.Both pencils contain identical graphite proportions but differ only in wood sheath thickness.
Explanation: Pencils in the 'B' (Black) range contain a higher proportion of graphite relative to clay binder, making the core softer and capable of producing dark, velvety marks. Conversely, pencils in the 'H' (Hard) range contain a higher clay content, resulting in a harder core that produces lighter, finer lines suitable for precise drafting. Therefore, an 8B pencil is significantly softer and darker than a 2H pencil.
2What is the key structural difference between vine charcoal and compressed charcoal?
A.Vine charcoal is made by charring raw wooden twigs without binders, while compressed charcoal uses powdered charcoal bound with clay or gum.
B.Vine charcoal contains synthetic wax binders, whereas compressed charcoal is made purely of burnt willow branches.
C.Vine charcoal produces intense, permanent black marks that cannot be erased, while compressed charcoal erases effortlessly.
D.Vine charcoal is manufactured under hydraulic pressure, while compressed charcoal is baked in an open flame.
Explanation: Vine (or willow) charcoal is created by slowly burning natural wood sticks in an oxygen-deprived kiln without adding any binders, yielding a brittle medium that erases and dusts off easily. Compressed charcoal is manufactured by combining ground charcoal powder with a binder (such as gum or clay), producing a denser, darker stick that adheres strongly to paper and is much harder to erase completely.
3Which naturally occurring mineral pigment gives traditional Renaissance sanguine chalk its characteristic reddish-brown color?
A.Hematite (iron oxide)
B.Lapis lazuli (aluminum silicate)
C.Malachite (copper carbonate)
D.Titanium dioxide
Explanation: Sanguine is a traditional dry drawing medium made from earth containing hematite, an iron oxide mineral that provides its warm, reddish-brown earth tone. Popularized during the Renaissance by artists like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, sanguine was frequently used for anatomical studies and figure drawing due to its resemblance to human flesh tones.
4Why is a kneaded rubber eraser (putty eraser) uniquely suited for charcoal and pastel drawings compared to a standard vinyl eraser?
A.It lifts pigment particles by absorption and adhesion without producing friction crumbs or damaging paper fibers.
B.It chemically dissolves carbon particles on contact, turning charcoal into a liquid wash.
C.It leaves a protective coat of wax behind that automatically fixes loose pastel particles.
D.It functions only when soaked in water, allowing wet-on-dry erasing.
Explanation: A kneaded eraser is a pliable, putty-like rubber tool that can be shaped into fine points or flat surfaces. It absorbs and lifts charcoal or pastel particles off the paper surface through adhesion without abrasive scrubbing, leaving no eraser shavings or damaging delicate paper fibers.
5What is the primary function of applying a workable fixative spray to a charcoal sketch during intermediate drawing stages?
A.It anchors loose pigment particles to prevent smudging while allowing additional layers of drawing on top.
B.It permanently seals the drawing under a thick gloss plastic coating that prevents any further edits.
C.It bleaches dark graphite tones to create uniform high-key light values across the composition.
D.It converts dry pastel powder into permanent acrylic paint.
Explanation: Workable fixative contains a light resin dissolved in a volatile solvent. Spraying it lightly over a dry drawing bonds loose particles of charcoal, graphite, or pastel to the paper surface, stopping accidental smudging while leaving enough tooth to accept subsequent dry media layers.
6How is paper weight standardized internationally, and what does a high paper weight (e.g., 300 gsm) indicate?
A.Weight is measured in grams per square meter (gsm); higher gsm indicates thicker, heavier paper resistant to buckling under wet media.
B.Weight is measured in grains per square millimeter; higher values indicate smoother hot-pressed surfaces.
C.Weight represents total ream weight only; high gsm paper is always thin tissue paper.
D.Weight is measured in millimeters of thickness; high gsm indicates synthetic plastic sheets.
Explanation: International paper weight is expressed in grams per square meter (g/m² or gsm), representing the weight of one square meter of the paper sheet. Heavyweight papers (such as 300 gsm / 140 lb) are thicker and physically stronger, allowing them to absorb water, ink washes, and heavy layering without buckling or tearing.
7What tool consists of tightly rolled felt or soft paper tapered at both ends and used to blend charcoal or graphite tones smoothly?
A.Blending stump (stump / tortillon)
B.Stylus
C.Palette knife
D.Brayer
Explanation: A blending stump (or tortillon) is a cylindrical drawing tool made of tightly rolled paper or felt with pointed ends. Artists use it to smudge, blend, and create subtle tonal gradations in charcoal, graphite, or chalk drawings without transferring oils from their fingers.
8Why is traditional waterproof India ink permanent and water-resistant once fully dry on paper?
A.It contains carbon black pigment combined with a binder such as shellac or resin that hardens into a water-insoluble film.
B.It relies on oil-based petroleum solvents that react chemically with oxygen.
C.It melts into the cellulose fibers using acid etching compounds.
D.It contains water-soluble gum arabic that re-dissolves whenever re-wetted.
Explanation: Traditional waterproof India ink is formulated with fine carbon black (lampblack) particles dispersed in water with a binder like shellac or acrylic resin. Upon drying, the shellac forms an insoluble polymer film around the carbon particles, making the line waterproof and permanent under subsequent washes.
9What visual characteristic primarily distinguishes traditional transparent watercolor from gouache (designer's opaque watercolor)?
A.Gouache contains added inert white pigment or chalk and a higher pigment density, making it opaque.
B.Watercolor contains plastic polymer resins that create a glossy, reflective surface.
C.Gouache can only be applied to metal plates, whereas watercolor requires canvas.
D.Transparent watercolor cannot be thinned with water, whereas gouache requires alcohol solvents.
Explanation: Both watercolor and gouache use water-soluble gum arabic as a binder. However, gouache is formulated with larger pigment particles, higher pigment concentration, and often added chalk or opaque white pigment (such as zinc or titanium white), producing a matte, fully opaque paint layer.
10Which statement correctly describes the binder difference between soft pastels and oil pastels?
A.Soft pastels use minimal aqueous gum binders, whereas oil pastels use non-drying oil and wax binders.
B.Soft pastels are bound with synthetic linseed oil, whereas oil pastels contain water-soluble gelatin.
C.Soft pastels dry into hard plastic, whereas oil pastels evaporate completely within minutes.
D.Both soft and oil pastels use identical paraffin wax binders in different stick shapes.
Explanation: Soft pastels consist of pure dry pigment held together by a minimal amount of gum or tragacanth binder, yielding powdery, easily blendable marks. Oil pastels blend pigment with mineral wax and non-drying oil binders, creating a buttery, wax-like stroke that never fully hardens into powder.

About the Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II Exam

The Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II exam (Dibujo Artístico II 2º Bachillerato) evaluates secondary school graduates across Andalusia on drawing techniques, perspective, volume, light and shade, color theory, composition, human anatomy, and artistic materials. Please note: The official PAU exam features practical drawing exercises in Spanish; the 100 questions provided here are an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation designed for self-assessment and theoretical mastery of the 2nd Bachillerato curriculum.

Exam sponsor: Distrito Único Andaluz / Comisión Interuniversitaria de Andalucía. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

90-minute practical/graphic examination (traditionally involving observational drawing, perspective, and composition; local questions are an English-language MCQ study adaptation)

Time Limit

90 minutes (1.5 hours)

Passing Score

Marked on a 0–10 scale. Minimum 4.0 required in Access Phase to combine with Bachillerato GPA (60% Bachillerato + 40% PAU >= 5.0 to pass).

Exam / Certification Fees

EUR 58.70 base registration fee for PAU Access Phase (or ~14.70 € per subject in voluntary admission phase) set by Junta de Andalucía.

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Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

15%

Drawing Materials, Instruments, and Media

Properties and techniques of dry media (graphite, charcoal, sanguine, chalk, pastels) and wet media (ink, watercolor, gouache, acrylics), fixatives, grounds, paper grain, and archival qualities.

20%

Visual Syntax, Line, and Composition

Graphic-plastic elements (point, line, shape, texture, mark-making), principles of visual composition (rhythm, balance, tension, hierarchy, rule of thirds, golden ratio, dynamic symmetry, framing).

20%

Perspective and Spatial Representation

Linear perspective systems (1-point, 2-point, 3-point), vanishing points, horizon line, cone of vision, picture plane, foreshortening, atmospheric/aerial perspective, and axonometric vs central projections.

15%

Light, Shadow, Volume, and Chiaroscuro

Lighting directions and qualities, direct light, highlight, core shadow, cast shadow, reflected light, occlusion shadow, value scale, modeling three-dimensional volume, and chiaroscuro contrast.

15%

Color Theory and Expressive Application

Additive vs subtractive color synthesis, primary/secondary/tertiary colors, hue, value (luminance), saturation (chroma), complementary contrast, simultaneous contrast, color temperature, and color harmonies.

15%

Human Anatomy, Figure Drawing, and Art History

Human body proportions, anatomical canons (e.g. 7.5 to 8 heads), key skeletal and muscular landmarks, contrapposto, gesture drawing, and historical evolution of drawing styles and movements.

Preparing for the Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Marked on a 0–10 scale. Minimum 4.0 required in Access Phase to combine with Bachillerato GPA (60% Bachillerato + 40% PAU >= 5.0 to pass).
  • Assessment: 90-minute practical/graphic examination (traditionally involving observational drawing, perspective, and composition; local questions are an English-language MCQ study adaptation)
  • Time limit: 90 minutes (1.5 hours)
  • Exam / certification fees: EUR 58.70 base registration fee for PAU Access Phase (or ~14.70 € per subject in voluntary admission phase) set by Junta de Andalucía. Official sources

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Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II: Suggested Study Strategy

1Master linear perspective rules: identify horizon line, principal vanishing point, distance points, and foreshortening geometry.
2Understand value modeling: distinguish core shadow, cast shadow penumbra, reflected light, and highlight on curved and planar surfaces.
3Memorize color interaction principles: Chevreul's law of simultaneous contrast, complementary color pairs, and subtractive primary mixtures.
4Review dry vs wet media properties: fixative application for charcoal, water-to-pigment ratios in watercolor, and paper weight/gator board supports.
5Study human body canons and anatomical landmarks: classical 7.5 to 8 head canon, contrapposto weight distribution, and thoracic/pelvic balance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the format of the official Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II exam?

The official Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II (Dibujo Artístico II) exam is a 90-minute practical and graphic examination administered in Spanish, requiring students to complete observational drawing, perspective representation, and composition exercises. Note that the 100 questions available on this site are an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation developed to test theoretical knowledge and core concepts of the curriculum.

What is the passing score for Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II?

The exam is graded on a 0–10 scale. In the Access Phase (Fase de Acceso), a minimum score of 4.0 is required to average with the Bachillerato GPA (which counts for 60% of the final university access score, while PAU counts for 40%, requiring a total average of >= 5.0).

What is the fee for taking the PAU exam in Andalusia?

The base registration fee for the PAU Access Phase in Andalusia is set by the Junta de Andalucía at EUR 58.70 (or approximately EUR 14.70 per subject in the voluntary admission phase), with fee waivers or reductions for large families (familia numerosa) or specific categories.

Who sets the curriculum for the Andalusia PAU Artistic Drawing II test?

The curriculum and exam criteria are established by the Distrito Único Andaluz and the Comisión Interuniversitaria de Andalucía based on the official 2nd Bachillerato syllabus for Dibujo Artístico II.

Why are the practice questions here in English and in multiple-choice format?

These questions serve as an English-language MCQ study adaptation designed for international students, bilingual program candidates, and revision learners seeking to test core artistic drawing principles and theory tested on the Andalusian curriculum.