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Sample Catalonia PAU Artistic Drawing II Practice Questions

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1In linear perspective, what does the horizon line represent in relation to the viewer?
A.The eye level of the observer relative to the ground plane
B.The physical top boundary of the picture frame
C.The line separating primary and secondary light sources
D.The distance between the station point and the picture plane
Explanation: The horizon line in linear perspective corresponds directly to the eye level of the viewer. All horizontal parallel lines extending into depth converge at vanishing points situated along this eye-level line.
2Which classical human proportion canon states that the ideal height of an adult human figure equals seven and a half head lengths?
A.The Vitruvian architectural ratio
B.The Polykleitos classical Greek canon
C.The Lysippan Hellenistic canon
D.The Golden Section proportion of Fibonacci
Explanation: Polykleitos established the classical 7.5 heads canon in his treatise (the Kanon) and demonstrated it in his Doryphoros sculpture. Later Hellenistic sculptors like Lysippos expanded the canon to 8 head lengths for elongated elegance.
3What type of charcoal is produced by burning willow or vine twigs without oxygen, yielding soft, easily blendable and erasable marks?
A.Compressed charcoal
B.Graphite composite stick
C.Vine charcoal
D.Carbon pencil
Explanation: Vine charcoal is made by kiln-baking natural willow or grape vine shoots in oxygen-deprived chambers. Its uncompressed structure leaves light, powdery marks that rub off effortlessly for preliminary sketching.
4In subtractive color theory, which three primary colors are mixed to produce all secondary and tertiary hues?
A.Red, Green, and Blue
B.Cyan, Yellow, and Violet
C.Orange, Green, and Purple
D.Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow
Explanation: Subtractive color systems (such as printing inks and physical pigments) rely on Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow (CMY) as primary subtractive colors to filter light spectra reflected off surfaces.
5What compositional guide divides a drawing layout into a 3x3 grid with four line intersections indicating high visual interest points?
A.The Rule of Thirds
B.The Golden Spiral
C.Dynamic Symmetry
D.The Vanishing Point Grid
Explanation: The Rule of Thirds overlays two vertical and two horizontal lines evenly across an image area. Placing primary focal subjects at these grid intersections creates balanced, dynamic compositions.
6In two-point linear perspective, where are the two principal vanishing points located?
A.At the center of the picture plane and the zenith point
B.On the horizon line at the far left and right of the field of view
C.At the viewer's station point and ground point
D.Along the vertical axis above and below the horizon line
Explanation: Two-point (angular) perspective places both primary vanishing points on the eye-level horizon line to represent forms oriented at an angle to the viewer's line of sight.
7Which element of chiaroscuro shading represents the darkest area on an illuminated object where surface curvature faces directly away from light?
A.Cast shadow
B.Reflected light
C.Core shadow
D.Midtone
Explanation: The core shadow (or terminator line zone) is the band of maximum shadow density on the form itself, marking where light rays can no longer reach or curve around the surface.
8What term describes the posture in figure drawing where weight rests predominantly on one leg, causing hips and shoulders to tilt in opposite directions?
A.Foreshortening
B.Chiaroscuro
C.Sfumato
D.Contrapposto
Explanation: Contrapposto is the Italian anatomical term for counterpose, where weight shifts to one supporting leg (the engaged leg), causing a dynamic asymmetrical counter-tilt between pelvis and shoulder girdles.
9What grade of graphite pencil produces hard, clean, light lines suitable for preliminary perspective grids?
A.4H
B.6B
C.2B
D.9B
Explanation: The 'H' scale denotes hardness in graphite leads. High H numbers like 4H contain more clay binder, yielding firm, light, smudge-resistant lines ideal for crisp layout grids.
10Which color harmony consists of colors situated directly opposite each other on the 12-part color wheel?
A.Analogous colors
B.Complementary colors
C.Monochromatic values
D.Triadic colors
Explanation: Complementary colors sit directly across from one another on the color wheel (e.g., blue and orange, red and green). When placed side by side, they produce maximum chromatic contrast.

About the Catalonia PAU Artistic Drawing II Exam

This study suite prepares students for the Catalonia PAU Dibuix Artístic II (Artistic Drawing II) examination. While the official PAU test consists of practical drawing tasks in Catalan/Spanish, this 100-question English adaptation tests foundational concepts in perspective projection, compositional syntax, chiaroscuro shading, graphic media, color theory, and anatomical figure drawing.

Exam sponsor: Consell Interuniversitari de Catalunya (CIC) / Generalitat de Catalunya. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

The official exam is a 90-minute graphic/practical assessment administered in Catalan/Spanish by the Generalitat de Catalunya. This online question bank provides an English-language MCQ study adaptation covering core drawing theory, visual syntax, perspective, media techniques, color theory, and human anatomy.

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

Graded on a 0-10 scale. A minimum mark of 4.0 in the Access Phase is required to calculate the admission grade (60% Bachillerato average + 40% PAU grade >= 5.0).

Exam / Certification Fees

EUR 41.30 examination right + EUR 68.70 access phase + EUR 13.80 per admission-phase exercise (Generalitat de Catalunya, PAU 2026); 50% reduction and full exemption available for eligible groups

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Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

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.

25%

Perspective & Spatial Systems

Linear, angular, and oblique perspective, horizon lines, vanishing points, foreshortening, atmospheric perspective, and spatial illusion.

25%

Composition Principles & Visual Syntax

Visual balance, Golden Ratio, rule of thirds, dynamic symmetry, negative space, framing, focal points, and rhythm in graphic composition.

20%

Graphic Techniques, Shading & Media

Graphite hardness scales, charcoal, sanguine, sepia, wet media, paper tooth, chiaroscuro, hatching, and value scales.

15%

Color Theory in Drawing

Additive vs subtractive color systems, chromatic contrast, saturation, temperature, harmony, and optical color mixing in drawing.

15%

Human Anatomy & Figure Drawing

Proportional canons, contrapposto, gesture drawing, skeletal and muscular landmark structures, and kinetic figure representation.

Preparing for the Catalonia PAU Artistic Drawing II Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Graded on a 0-10 scale. A minimum mark of 4.0 in the Access Phase is required to calculate the admission grade (60% Bachillerato average + 40% PAU grade >= 5.0).
  • Assessment: The official exam is a 90-minute graphic/practical assessment administered in Catalan/Spanish by the Generalitat de Catalunya. This online question bank provides an English-language MCQ study adaptation covering core drawing theory, visual syntax, perspective, media techniques, color theory, and human anatomy.
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam / certification fees: EUR 41.30 examination right + EUR 68.70 access phase + EUR 13.80 per admission-phase exercise (Generalitat de Catalunya, PAU 2026); 50% reduction and full exemption available for eligible groups Official sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official format of the Catalonia PAU Dibuix Artístic II exam?

The official exam is a 90-minute practical session where students complete graphic drawing exercises on paper, responding to specific artistic prompts in Catalan or Spanish. This 100-question prep bank offers an English-language MCQ theoretical adaptation to reinforce core artistic drawing concepts.

Who administers the PAU exams in Catalonia?

The PAU in Catalonia is organized by the Consell Interuniversitari de Catalunya (CIC) under the Secretariat d'Universitats i Recerca of the Generalitat de Catalunya.

What is the registration fee for the PAU in Catalonia?

The Generalitat de Catalunya, through the Consell Interuniversitari de Catalunya (CIC), sets the 2026 PAU ordinary fees at EUR 41.30 examination right, EUR 68.70 access phase, and EUR 13.80 per admission-phase exercise. A 50% reduction and a full exemption are available for eligible groups such as large families (família nombrosa general), scholarship holders, and students with a recognised disability of 33% or more.

How is the passing score determined?

Exam papers are scored from 0 to 10. Candidates need a minimum average of 4.0 across the compulsory Access Phase subjects, which is combined with their Bachillerato GPA (weighted 60% Bachillerato, 40% PAU) to achieve an overall passing mark of 5.0 or higher.