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Key Facts: Cantabria PAU Choir and Vocal Technique II (Coro y Técnica Vocal II) Exam
UNICAN 2026
University of Cantabria PAU Organising Commission authority
UNICAN PAU Regulations
90 Mins
Official examination duration
UNICAN PAU Regulations
Min 4.0
Minimum Access Phase score required to calculate university admission mark
UNICAN Admission Regulations
5 Blocks
Anatomy & Health, Technique, Classification & Conducting, Repertoire, Score Analysis
LOMLOE 2º Bachillerato Syllabus
100
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The Cantabria PAU Choir and Vocal Technique II exam evaluates core vocal physiology, choral leadership, repertoire, and score analysis for 2º Bachillerato students. This English-language MCQ bank is a study adaptation of the knowledge behind the official written exam, not a format simulation.
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1Which is the only laryngeal muscle responsible for abduction (opening) of the vocal folds?
A.Thyroarytenoid muscle
B.Lateral cricoarytenoid muscle
C.Posterior cricoarytenoid muscle
D.Cricothyroid muscle
Explanation: The posterior cricoarytenoid (PCA) is the larynx's only abductor muscle. Its essential function is to pull the arytenoid cartilages, opening the glottis for respiration.
2In the physiology of phonation, what role does the Bernoulli effect play during the vocal vibratory cycle?
A.It increases muscular tension during inspiration
B.It modifies timbre by changing the shape of the paranasal sinuses
C.It produces sustained dilatation of the glottis during high singing
D.It causes suction and approximation of the vocal folds after their separation by subglottic pressure
Explanation: The Bernoulli effect establishes that increased air speed through the glottic narrowing generates a lateral pressure drop that draws the vocal folds back together after they open.
3Which benign vocal pathology is characterized as a bilateral exudative lesion at the junction of the anterior and middle thirds of the vocal folds due to continued vocal abuse?
A.Vocal polyp
B.Laryngeal papillomatosis
C.Reinke's edema
D.Vocal nodules
Explanation: Vocal nodules are symmetric bilateral lesions that typically form at the point of maximum vibratory impact (junction of anterior and middle thirds) from chronic phonotrauma.
4Which unpaired laryngeal cartilage has a shield shape and houses on its posterior face the anterior insertion of the vocal folds at the Adam's apple?
A.Cricoid cartilage
B.Arytenoid cartilage
C.Thyroid cartilage
D.Epiglottis cartilage
Explanation: The thyroid cartilage is the larynx's largest. It has an anterior V- or shield-shaped structure whose frontal prominence is known as the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence).
5Which of the following actions is considered a fundamental vocal-hygiene measure for choir singers?
A.Singing continuously above the natural tessitura to expand range quickly
B.Performing frequent throat clearing to clean mucus from the vocal folds
C.Ingesting extremely cold drinks before rehearsals to tone the musculature
D.Maintaining adequate systemic hydration by drinking water regularly and taking vocal rests
Explanation: Continuous systemic hydration lubricates vocal-fold mucosa, reducing friction and the force required for phonation. Vocal rests allow tissue recovery after intensive use.
6Which laryngeal muscle acts as the principal tensor of the vocal folds, raising fundamental frequency ($f_0$) to produce high notes?
A.Posterior cricoarytenoid muscle
B.Interarytenoid muscle
C.Cricothyroid muscle
D.Stylopharyngeus muscle
Explanation: The cricothyroid (CT) tilts the thyroid cartilage forward and down relative to the cricoid. This elongates, lengthens, and tenses the vocal folds, raising pitch.
7In which histological layer of the vocal fold is the so-called 'Reinke's space' located?
A.In the deep thyroarytenoid muscle
B.In the superficial stratified squamous epithelium
C.In the deep lamina propria or vocal ligament
D.In the superficial lamina propria
Explanation: Reinke's space corresponds to the superficial lamina propria of the vocal fold. It is composed of a gelatinous loose extracellular matrix essential for the mucosal wave.
8How does laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) affect the choir singer's vocal health?
A.It increases fold lubrication improving high-note response
B.It causes reversible atrophy of the cricothyroid muscle
C.It strengthens glottic closure by accelerating adduction speed
D.It irritates the posterior laryngeal mucosa causing edema, throat clearing, and morning dysphonia
Explanation: Gastric acid and pepsin ascending to the laryngopharynx irritate the delicate posterior laryngeal mucosa. This causes interarytenoid edema, chronic throat clearing, and morning voice deterioration.
9Which are the paired pyramidal laryngeal cartilages on which the vocal processes of the folds insert?
A.Cricoid cartilages
B.Cuneiform cartilages
C.Arytenoid cartilages
D.Thyroid cartilages
Explanation: The arytenoid cartilages are two pyramidal structures seated on the posterior border of the cricoid. On their vocal process the posterior ends of the vocal folds insert.
10What physiological effect does a correct vocal warm-up produce before intensive choral performance?
A.Inactivation of the Bernoulli effect to prevent mechanical mucosal wear
B.Constriction of pharyngeal musculature to force subglottic airflow
C.Reduction of vocal-fold viscosity and increased blood flow to laryngeal musculature
D.Temporary paralysis of intrinsic muscles to avoid spasms
Explanation: Progressive vocal warm-up increases tissue temperature and muscular blood supply. It also optimizes vocal-fold viscoelasticity, facilitating an efficient mucosal wave with less phonatory effort.
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