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Key Facts: Extremadura PAU Artistic Drawing II Exam

UEx / Junta

Examining Authority

Comisión Organizadora de la PAU de Extremadura

90 Mins

Time Limit

PAU Extremadura Regulations

Min 4.0

Minimum Access Phase Score

UEx Admission Guidelines

100

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Extremadura PAU Artistic Drawing II evaluates upper-secondary students on perceptual drawing principles, linear and atmospheric perspective, human anatomical canons, composition, and historical graphic media.

Sample Extremadura PAU Artistic Drawing II Practice Questions

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1In artistic drawing, what does the term 'line weight' (variación de grosor de línea) primarily describe?
A.The physical weight of the graphite pencil used on heavy paper
B.The variation of line thickness and darkness to convey light, volume, and spatial depth
C.The speed at which a artist draws a continuous gesture line
D.The opacity of fixative applied over a charcoal drawing
Explanation: Line weight refers to modulating line thickness, darkness, and density. Thicker, darker lines suggest shadow, proximity, and heavy mass, while thinner, lighter lines suggest light, distance, and delicate edges.
2Which description best characterizes the continuous contour drawing technique?
A.Drawing only the internal shadows using broad charcoal strokes
B.Creating an image with a single unbroken line without lifting the drawing tool from the paper
C.Constructing geometric vanishing points before outlining the subject
D.Blending graphite powder across paper using a paper stump (difumino)
Explanation: Continuous contour drawing requires the artist to keep the drawing instrument in uninterrupted contact with the paper surface, training hand-eye coordination and observational focus.
3What is the primary objective of rapid gesture drawing ('dibujo de gesto') when observing a human figure?
A.To produce highly detailed anatomical bone renderings
B.To capture the essential movement, rhythm, and overall posture in a brief time frame
C.To construct exact perspective grids for background elements
D.To apply subtle chiaroscuro value scales across skin tones
Explanation: Gesture drawing aims to quickly record the movement, line of action, energy, and overall dynamic posture of a subject within seconds or a few minutes before adding details.
4In the preliminary phase of a drawing, what is the purpose of 'encaje' (structural blocking-in)?
A.Applying final spray fixative to prevent smudging
B.Establishing basic geometric shapes, proportions, and directional axes to ground the composition
C.Polishing surface textures to achieve hyperrealistic detail
D.Erasing all visible guidelines to leave only shaded areas
Explanation: 'Encaje' is the initial structural phase where complex forms are simplified into basic geometric shapes, boundary boxes, and directional axes to ensure accurate overall placement and proportion.
5What does the term 'chiaroscuro' (claroscuro) denote in fine arts drawing?
A.The use of complementary colors to increase visual saturation
B.The strong contrast between light and dark values to model three-dimensional volume
C.The alignment of vanishing points along an eye-level horizon
D.The mathematical division of the paper plane into equal thirds
Explanation: Chiaroscuro (from Italian for 'clear-dark') is the modeling of three-dimensional form on a two-dimensional surface using strong gradations between light and shadow.
6How do cross-contour lines differ from outline (silhouette) contour lines?
A.Cross-contour lines travel across the surface of a form to describe its internal three-dimensional topography
B.Cross-contour lines only mark where cast shadows fall on the ground plane
C.Outline contours indicate internal anatomical muscles, while cross-contours trace outer boundaries
D.Cross-contour lines can only be drawn using wet media like ink wash
Explanation: Cross-contour lines wrap around the volume of an object across its surface planes (like latitude lines on a globe), revealing internal three-dimensional curvature beyond outer edge outlines.
7On a smoothly curved illuminated object (such as a sphere), where is the 'core shadow' (sombra propia / penumbra) located?
A.At the precise spot facing directly toward the light source
B.Along the zone where the form turns away from light, situated between the midtone and reflected light
C.On the ground surface where the object casts its shadow
D.Around the outer edge of the background negative space
Explanation: The core shadow is the darkest area of the form shadow itself, located along the crest where light rays cease to hit directly, positioned between the halftone/midtone and the reflected light zone.
8What is the cause of 'reflected light' (luz reflejada) in shadow areas of a drawn figure?
A.Direct light leaking through the interior of translucent materials
B.Light bouncing off surrounding surfaces back into the shaded side of the form
C.Secondary light sources placed directly behind the subject's silhouette
D.Optical glare caused by fixative spray coating
Explanation: Reflected light occurs when ambient light bounces off nearby surfaces (like a table or floor) into the shadowed side of an object, softening the shadow and enhancing volume.
9How does cross-hatching (tramado cruzado) build darker value compared to parallel hatching?
A.By smudging graphite strokes with a blending stump
B.By overlaying intersecting sets of parallel lines at varying angles to increase optical density
C.By erasing highlighted areas to increase surrounding contrast
D.By using liquid ink washes of varying water dilution ratios
Explanation: Cross-hatching builds tonal value by layering multiple sets of crossing lines. As line layers intersect and space decreases, the optical mix of mark and paper grows darker.
10What is the primary artistic rationale behind practicing 'blind contour drawing' (dibujo de contorno a ciegas)?
A.To produce finished gallery-ready hyperrealistic portraits
B.To break reliance on preconceived mental symbols and synchronize hand speed with intense visual observation
C.To practice precise ruler-based geometric perspective construction
D.To test paper durability under heavy eraser friction
Explanation: Blind contour drawing (looking exclusively at the subject without looking at the paper) trains pure observational perception, forcing the artist's eye to follow real edges rather than drawing mental shortcuts.

About the Extremadura PAU Artistic Drawing II Exam

Comprehensive practice exam suite for Dibujo Artístico II (Artistic Drawing II) in the Extremadura PAU university entrance examination system (Universidad de Extremadura - UEx 2026). Aligned with 2º Bachillerato curriculum standards across graphic language, perspective systems, human anatomical proportion, visual composition, and traditional graphic media.

Exam sponsor: Comisión Organizadora de la PAU de Extremadura (Universidad de Extremadura - UEx / Consejería de Educación de la Junta de Extremadura). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

90-minute written and practical fine arts examination (graphic production, drawing 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 78.26 ordinary registration fee for PAU (50% discount EUR 39.13 for general large family; full exemption for special large family, disability, or terrorism victims).

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

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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.

20%

Graphic Language & Line

Line weight, contour lines, gesture drawing, structural blocking (encaje), shading, cross-contour, and chiaroscuro value scales.

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Artistic Perspective & Spatial Representation

Linear perspective, vanishing points, horizon line/eye level, foreshortening, atmospheric/aerial perspective, and depth cues.

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Anatomy & Proportion

Human figure proportions, classical canons (Polykleitos, Lysippos, Vitruvius), skeletal and muscular landmarks, contrapposto, and facial features.

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Composition & Visual Balance

Rule of thirds, Golden Ratio (Phi 1.618), rhythm, visual focal points, dynamic balance, negative space, and framing.

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Graphic Media & Historical Drawing Styles

Sanguine, charcoal, graphite grades, sepia, ink wash, paper tooth and grammage, fixatives, and Renaissance/Baroque/Impressionist drawing masters.

Preparing for the Extremadura 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 written and practical fine arts examination (graphic production, drawing composition; local questions are an English-language MCQ study adaptation)
  • Time limit: 90 minutes (1.5 hours)
  • Exam / certification fees: EUR 78.26 ordinary registration fee for PAU (50% discount EUR 39.13 for general large family; full exemption for special large family, disability, or terrorism victims). Official sources

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Extremadura PAU Artistic Drawing II: Suggested Study Strategy

1Practice structural blocking ('encaje') to capture overall proportions before committing to fine contour details.
2Master linear perspective systems (1, 2, and 3 vanishing points) and atmospheric perspective cues like value degradation.
3Memorize human anatomical canons (Polykleitos' 7-head canon and Lysippos' 8-head canon) and key surface landmarks.
4Understand the material properties of dry media (charcoal, graphite, sanguine) and wet media (ink wash), including paper tooth and grammage.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ordinary registration fee is EUR 78.26 for the PAU. A 50% discount (EUR 39.13) applies to general large families, and full exemptions apply for special large families, recognized disability (>= 33%), or victims of terrorism.

What passing score is required on the PAU Artistic Drawing II exam in Extremadura?

The exam is graded on a 0–10 scale. A minimum mark of 4.0 in the Access Phase is required to combine with the Bachillerato GPA (60% Bachillerato + 40% PAU Access Phase mark must equal at least 5.0 to pass).

What is the official time limit for the PAU Artistic Drawing II paper?

The official exam duration is 90 minutes (1.5 hours).

Which authority administers the PAU in Extremadura?

The exam is administered by the Comisión Organizadora de la PAU de Extremadura, comprising the Universidad de Extremadura (UEx) and the Consejería de Educación de la Junta de Extremadura.