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2026 Statistics
Key Facts: PAU French II (Cantabria) Exam
90 min
Exam time duration
University of Cantabria (UNICAN)
0–10
Grading scale (min 4.0 in Access Phase)
Cantabria PAU Regulations
EUR 71.09
Base registration fee for Access Phase
UNICAN PAU Organising Commission
B1 / B2
Target CEFR language level
2º Bachillerato French II Curriculum
100
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1Read the text: 'Face au réchauffement climatique, la ville de Santander a décidé d'installer davantage de pistes cyclables et de promouvoir les transports publics afin de réduire les émissions de carbone.' What is Santander's primary goal according to this statement?
A.To reduce carbon emissions through greener mobility options
B.To build new parking spaces for private cars
C.To close all public transit lines on weekends
D.To encourage the exclusive use of diesel vehicles
Explanation: The passage explicitly states that Santander is installing bicycle lanes and promoting public transit 'afin de réduire les émissions de carbone' (in order to reduce carbon emissions).
2Read the text: 'Les étudiants français consacrent en moyenne trois heures par jour à la lecture d'ouvrages académiques pendant la semaine d'examens.' What detail is provided about students' study habits?
A.They never read books during exam preparation
B.They read academic books for three hours daily during exam weeks
C.They spend three hours a week using social networks
D.They study only on weekend mornings
Explanation: The text indicates that French students spend an average of three hours a day reading academic works during exam week ('trois heures par jour à la lecture d'ouvrages académiques').
3In the sentence 'Le musée archéologique de Cantabrie abrite des trésors inestimables de la préhistoire', what does the verb 'abrite' mean in this context?
A.Destroys or damages
B.Sells or auctions
C.Houses or contains
D.Hides from the public
Explanation: In French, 'abriter' in a museum context means to house, shelter, or contain valuable artifacts ('abrite des trésors').
4Read the text: 'La gastronomie locale cantabrique est une véritable richesse culturelle qu'il convient de préserver et de valoriser auprès des jeunes générations.' What is the author's primary intention?
A.To criticize traditional cooking methods
B.To suggest replacing local food with fast food
C.To complain about high restaurant prices
D.To advocate for preserving and valuing local gastronomy
Explanation: The phrase 'qu'il convient de préserver et de valoriser' clearly expresses the author's intent to advocate for the preservation and appreciation of regional culinary heritage.
5Read the sentence: 'Bien que le train électrique soit rapide, de nombreux habitants de la région préfèrent encore prendre leur propre véhicule.' What can be inferred about local transportation behavior?
A.Personal cars remain popular despite the availability of fast electric trains
B.No one uses private vehicles in the region
C.Electric trains are slower than walking
D.Public transit has been completely abandoned
Explanation: The conjunction 'Bien que' (although) contrasts the speed of electric trains with the reality that many residents still prefer driving their personal vehicles.
6Read the statement: 'L'utilisation des énergies renouvelables a diminué de 15% dans la région au cours de l'année précédente.' Is the consumption of renewable energy increasing or decreasing?
A.Increasing by 15%
B.Decreasing by 15%
C.Remaining exactly stable
D.Doubling every month
Explanation: The verb 'diminuer' means to decrease or drop. Therefore, renewable energy use dropped by 15%.
7Read the excerpt: 'Selon le dernier rapport ministériel, le taux de réussite au baccalauréat a atteint un niveau record. Néanmoins, les spécialistes s'inquiètent du manque de préparation des élèves aux études universitaires.' What point does the text emphasize?
A.Students are thoroughly prepared for higher education
B.The pass rate has dropped significantly this year
C.Overall exam success is high, but university readiness remains a concern
D.University professors are fully satisfied with new students
Explanation: The connector 'Néanmoins' (nevertheless) introduces a contrast between record pass rates ('taux de réussite record') and specialists' concerns regarding university readiness ('manque de préparation').
8Read the text: 'Outre son patrimoine historique remarquable, la ville de Santillana del Mar séduit les visiteurs par son atmosphère paisible et ses ruelles pavées.' What does 'Outre' signify in this context?
A.In spite of
B.Because of
C.Instead of
D.In addition to
Explanation: 'Outre' is a preposition meaning 'in addition to' or 'besides'. It indicates that the town offers peace and paved streets in addition to its historical heritage.
9Read the passage: 'D'une part, la numérisation des livres facilite l'accès à l'information. D'autre part, elle risque d'affaiblir le réseau des librairies indépendantes.' How is the argument structured?
A.It contrasts a positive benefit with a potential drawback
B.It presents a historical timeline of printing
C.It defends digital books while rejecting traditional libraries entirely
D.It rejects both digital reading and physical bookstores
Explanation: The pair 'D'une part... D'autre part...' (On one hand... On the other hand...) contrasts the advantage of easier access with the risk to independent bookstores.
10Read the sentence: 'L'essor des technologies numériques a bouleversé les habitudes de communication au sein des entreprises.' What does 'l'essor' mean?
A.The sudden decline
B.The rapid growth or expansion
C.The complete prohibition
D.The high financial cost
Explanation: In French, 'l'essor' refers to rapid expansion, rise, or development ('l'essor des technologies').
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