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Key Facts: Andalusia PAU Greek II Exam

90 minutes

Exam Duration

Distrito Único Andaluz

0 – 10

Grading Scale

Junta de Andalucía PAU Regulation

4.0 / 10

Minimum Access Phase Subject Score

Comisión Interuniversitaria de Andalucía

100

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The Andalusia PAU Greek II exam tests Ancient Greek morphology, syntax, translation, etymology, and classical literature. Time limit: 90 minutes. Graded 0–10. Please note that these practice questions are an English-language MCQ study adaptation for the Andalusia PAU 2026 Greek II exam.

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1Which case and number combination represents the noun phrase 'τῆς σοφίας' (sophia, wisdom)?
A.Nominative singular
B.Genitive singular
C.Accusative plural
D.Dative singular
Explanation: The feminine article 'τῆς' combined with the ending '-ας' in first declension nouns ending in alpha pura indicates the genitive singular ('of wisdom'). Nominative singular is ἡ σοφία, accusative plural is τὰς σοφίας, and dative singular is τῇ σοφίᾳ.
2What is the correct accusative singular form of the second declension masculine noun 'ὁ λόγος' (word, reason)?
A.τοῦ λόγου
B.τῷ λόγῳ
C.τὸν λόγον
D.τοὺς λόγους
Explanation: Second declension masculine nouns take the accusative singular ending '-ον' accompanied by the masculine accusative singular article 'τὸν', producing 'τὸν λόγον'. 'τοῦ λόγου' is genitive singular, 'τῷ λόγῳ' is dative singular, and 'τοὺς λόγους' is accusative plural.
3What is the nominative/accusative plural form of the second declension neuter noun 'τὸ δῶρον' (gift)?
A.τὰ δῶρα
B.τῶν δώρων
C.τοῖς δώροις
D.τοὺς δώρους
Explanation: Neuter second declension nouns take the nominative and accusative plural ending '-α' with the neuter plural article 'τὰ', yielding 'τὰ δῶρα'. 'τῶν δώρων' is genitive plural, 'τοῖς δώροις' is dative plural, and 'τοὺς δώρους' is an incorrect masculine plural form.
4Identify the case and number of 'τοῖς παισί(ν)' from the third declension dental stem noun 'ὁ/ἡ παῖς' (child, gen. παιδός).
A.Dative singular
B.Genitive plural
C.Dative plural
D.Accusative plural
Explanation: In third declension dental stems (stem παιδ-), the dative plural ending '-σι(ν)' causes the dental tau/delta/theta to drop before sigma (παιδ-σι -> παισί). Accompanied by 'τοῖς', this is dative plural ('to/for the children'). Dative singular is τῷ παιδί and genitive plural is τῶν παίδων.
5Which Ancient Greek personal pronoun corresponds to the English first-person plural nominative 'we'?
A.ἐγώ
B.σύ
C.ἡμεῖς
D.ὑμεῖς
Explanation: 'ἡμεῖς' is the first-person plural nominative pronoun meaning 'we'. 'ἐγώ' means 'I' (1st singular), 'σύ' means 'you' (2nd singular), and 'ὑμεῖς' means 'you' (2nd plural).
6Parse the verb form 'λύει' (from λύω, to loosen/destroy).
A.2nd person singular present active indicative
B.3rd person singular present active indicative
C.3rd person plural present active indicative
D.1st person singular present active indicative
Explanation: The thematic verb conjugation for present active indicative follows -ω, -εις, -ει, -ομεν, -ετε, -ουσι(ν). Therefore, 'λύει' is 3rd person singular present active indicative ('he/she/it loosens').
7What morphological marker characterizes the imperfect tense indicative in Ancient Greek verbs starting with a consonant (e.g. 'ἔλυον')?
A.Reduplication prefix (λε-)
B.Syllabic augment prefix (ε-)
C.Sigma tense suffix (-σ-)
D.Theta passive suffix (-θη-)
Explanation: Past indicative tenses (imperfect, aorist, pluperfect) take an augment. For verbs starting with a consonant, a syllabic augment 'ε-' is prefixed (e.g. λύω -> ἔλυον). Reduplication marks the perfect stem, sigma marks the future/weak aorist stem, and theta marks the passive aorist.
8What is the future active indicative 1st person singular of the verb 'γράφω' (to write)?
A.ἔγραψα
B.γράφω
C.γράψω
D.γέγραφα
Explanation: The future tense stem is formed by adding sigma (-σ-) to the verb stem. When labial consonants (π, β, φ) combine with sigma, they yield psi (ψ). Thus, γράφ- + -σω becomes 'γράψω' ('I will write'). ἔγραψα is weak aorist and γέγραφα is perfect.
9Which of the following is the 3rd person singular weak (sigmatic) aorist active indicative of 'πέμπω' (to send)?
A.ἔπεμπε(ν)
B.πέμπει
C.ἔπεμψε(ν)
D.πέμψει
Explanation: The weak aorist active incorporates a syllabic augment (ε-), the tense suffix (-σα/-σε), and consonant combination (π + σ = ψ). 3rd person singular is thus 'ἔπεμψε(ν)' ('he/she sent'). 'ἔπεμπε(ν)' is imperfect, 'πέμπει' is present, and 'πέμψει' is future.
10In Ancient Greek syntax, what grammatical rule governs neuter plural subject nouns (e.g. 'τὰ ζῷα τρέχει')?
A.Neuter plural subjects always require a plural verb.
B.Neuter plural subjects take a singular verb.
C.Neuter plural subjects take a dual verb.
D.Neuter plural subjects omit the verb entirely.
Explanation: A classic rule of Greek syntax (τὰ ζῷα τρέχει rule) dictates that neuter plural subjects take a 3rd person singular verb, reflecting an archaic collective singular view of neuter plurals.

About the Andalusia PAU Greek II Exam

Andalusia PAU Greek II (Griego II) evaluates secondary school graduates on Ancient Greek language competence and classical Hellenic culture. Candidates analyze morphosyntax, translate classical prose/poetry passages, trace etymological roots, and answer literary history questions on epic, tragedy, comedy, historiography, philosophy, and oratory. Note: Local practice questions are an English-language MCQ study adaptation for the Andalusia PAU 2026 Greek II exam.

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Assessment

The official 90-minute examination features Ancient Greek text translation (using a printed Greek-Spanish dictionary), morphological and syntactical analysis of selected text fragments, etymological exercises linking Greek terms to modern vocabulary, and literature/culture questions on classical genres and authors. This OpenExamPrep question bank provides 100 high-quality English-language MCQs as a practice 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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30%

Morphology & Inflection

Greek declensions (1st, 2nd, 3rd), adjectives, pronouns, verb conjugations (present, future, aorist, perfect, active, middle, passive, mi-verbs).

25%

Syntax & Grammar Analysis

Case syntax, prepositional phrases, infinitive and participle constructions, relative and adverbial subordinate clauses.

20%

Vocabulary & Translation

Lexicon mastery, word meaning in context, translation strategies for Attic prose and classical texts.

10%

Etymology & Derivation

Greek morphemes, prefixes, roots, and derivatives in scientific, medical, and everyday modern vocabulary.

15%

Classical Literature & Culture

Homeric epics, Athenian tragedy and comedy, historical prose, philosophical dialogue, Attic oratory, and mythological themes.

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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: The official 90-minute examination features Ancient Greek text translation (using a printed Greek-Spanish dictionary), morphological and syntactical analysis of selected text fragments, etymological exercises linking Greek terms to modern vocabulary, and literature/culture questions on classical genres and authors. This OpenExamPrep question bank provides 100 high-quality English-language MCQs as a practice 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 Greek II: Suggested Study Strategy

1Master the 3rd declension endings and consonant/vowel stem variations.
2Practice parsing irregular and contract verbs, especially thematic vs athematic (mi-verbs) in present, aorist, and perfect tenses.
3Learn common syntactical constructions such as genitive absolute, accusative with infinitive, and participle functions (attributive, circumstantial, supplementary).
4Study Greek roots and prefixes to excel in etymology and vocabulary identification.
5Review the major genres, works, and themes of Classical Greek literature from Homer to Aristotle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the official Andalusia PAU Greek II exam a multiple-choice test?

No. The official exam consists of open-ended translation (with a dictionary), morphological/syntactical analysis, etymology, and literary essay questions. These questions are an English-language MCQ study adaptation for the Andalusia PAU 2026 Greek II exam.

Are dictionaries permitted in the official exam?

Yes, candidates are permitted to use a printed Greek-Spanish dictionary (including appended grammatical summaries) during the official translation section.

What topics are covered in the literary section of the Andalusian Greek II curriculum?

The curriculum covers Epic (Homer), Lyric poetry, Drama (Tragedy: Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides; Comedy: Aristophanes), Historiography (Herodotus, Thucydides, Xenophon), Philosophy (Plato, Aristotle), and Oratory (Lysias, Demosthenes).

How is the final PAU score calculated?

The PAU grade is on a 0–10 scale. In the Access Phase, a minimum score of 4.0 is required so that 60% Bachillerato GPA + 40% PAU grade equals at least 5.0.