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Key Facts: Madrid PAU German (Alemán II) Exam

90 Min

Total examination duration for PAU Segunda Lengua Extranjera II

PAU Madrid Organising Commission Guidelines

0–10

Official marking scale for Spanish PAU subject examinations

Comunidad de Madrid / UCM Regulations

Min 4.0

Minimum Access Phase mark required to combine with Bachillerato GPA

Spanish University Entrance Rules

60 / 40

Weighting ratio of Bachillerato GPA (60%) to PAU Access Phase (40%)

Comunidad de Madrid Higher Education Board

A2–B1/B2

Target CEFR German proficiency level for 2º Bachillerato level

Madrid LOMLOE Secondary Curriculum

100

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1Text: Freiburg im Breisgau gilt als Pionierstadt der Nachhaltigkeit. Seit den 1970er Jahren setzen Stadtverwaltung und Bürger konsequent auf erneuerbare Energien, insbesondere Solarstrom. Im Stadtteil Vauban produzieren viele Passivhäuser sogar mehr Energie, als sie selbst verbrauchen. Dennoch warnen Experten, dass die städtische Energiewende ohne regionale Netzanbindungen an Grenzen stößt. What is the primary central thesis of this text?
A.Freiburg is an exemplary sustainable city, although local energy initiatives face regional grid integration limits.
B.Passivhaus architecture in Vauban has proven economically unsustainable for average citizens.
C.Solar energy adoption in Freiburg has declined significantly since the 1970s.
D.Municipal authorities in Freiburg oppose regional electrical grid expansions.
Explanation: The passage highlights Freiburg's pioneering role in sustainability and passive housing in Vauban while pointing out experts' warning that urban energy transitions reach limits without regional grid connections. This option accurately captures both the main success and the noted limitation.
2Text: Freiburg im Breisgau gilt als Pionierstadt der Nachhaltigkeit. Seit den 1970er Jahren setzen Stadtverwaltung und Bürger konsequent auf erneuerbare Energien, insbesondere Solarstrom. Im Stadtteil Vauban produzieren viele Passivhäuser sogar mehr Energie, als sie selbst verbrauchen. Dennoch warnen Experten, dass die städtische Energiewende ohne regionale Netzanbindungen an Grenzen stößt. In line 4, what logical discourse function does the connector 'Dennoch' perform?
A.It introduces a concessive contrast to the preceding positive accomplishments.
B.It provides a causal explanation for the success of Passivhäuser.
C.It indicates a chronological sequence of historical events.
D.It signals a redundant restatement of the city administration's goal.
Explanation: 'Dennoch' means 'nevertheless' or 'yet' in German, functioning as an adversative/concessive connector that introduces a qualification or contrast to the successful sustainability measures previously listed. This option correctly identifies this discourse function.
3Text: Das Duale Studium in Deutschland verbindet theoretische Ausbildung an einer Hochschule mit praktischer Berufserfahrung in einem Partnerunternehmen. Studierende erhalten meist ein monatliches Gehalt und erwerben nach drei Jahren sowohl einen akademischen Bachelorabschluss als auch wertvolle Praxiserfahrung. Kritiker merken allerdings an, dass die hohe Belastung durch den ständigen Wechsel zwischen Betrieb und Hörsaal wenig Freizeit lässt. According to the passage, what distinguishes a 'Duales Studium' from traditional degree programs?
A.It combines university theoretical coursework with practical work at a partner company.
B.It is conducted entirely online without required attendance at lectures.
C.It grants a master's degree automatically after two years of study.
D.It is reserved exclusively for foreign exchange students in Germany.
Explanation: The text explicitly defines 'Duales Studium' as combining theoretical higher education with practical experience at a partner company where students earn a salary. This option directly reflects this core definition.
4Text: Das Duale Studium in Deutschland verbindet theoretische Ausbildung an einer Hochschule mit praktischer Berufserfahrung in einem Partnerunternehmen. Studierende erhalten meist ein monatliches Gehalt und erwerben nach drei Jahren sowohl einen akademischen Bachelorabschluss als auch wertvolle Praxiserfahrung. Kritiker merken allerdings an, dass die hohe Belastung durch den ständigen Wechsel zwischen Betrieb und Hörsaal wenig Freizeit lässt. Which concern expressed by critics is highlighted in the text?
A.The intensive alternation between work and university leaves students with limited free time.
B.Partner companies rarely pay dual students a monthly stipend.
C.Universities refuse to grant academic credit for workplace training.
D.The program duration is too long compared to standard university degrees.
Explanation: The final sentence states that critics point out the high workload caused by the constant switch between company ('Betrieb') and lecture hall ('Hörsaal'), leaving little free time ('wenig Freizeit'). This option accurately summarizes this point.
5Text: Das 49-Euro-Ticket (Deutschlandticket) ermöglicht die unbegrenzte Nutzung des öffentlichen Nahverkehrs in ganz Deutschland. Befürworter loben die Vereinfachung des Tarifsystems und den Anreiz zum Umstieg auf umweltfreundliche Verkehrsmittel. Verkehrsbetriebe betonen jedoch, dass ohne dauerhafte staatliche Zuschüsse das Streckennetz auf dem Land kaum ausgebaut werden kann. What is identified as a key benefit of the Deutschlandticket?
A.Simplification of public transit fare systems across Germany.
B.Guaranteed free high-speed ICE train transit nationwide.
C.Complete privatization of rural bus and tram routes.
D.Immediate elimination of all municipal subsidies for transport operators.
Explanation: The passage notes that advocates praise the ticket for simplifying the fare system ('Vereinfachung des Tarifsystems') and encouraging green travel. This option correctly states this benefit.
6Text: Das 49-Euro-Ticket (Deutschlandticket) ermöglicht die unbegrenzte Nutzung des öffentlichen Nahverkehrs in ganz Deutschland. Befürworter loben die Vereinfachung des Tarifsystems und den Anreiz zum Umstieg auf umweltfreundliche Verkehrsmittel. Verkehrsbetriebe betonen jedoch, dass ohne dauerhafte staatliche Zuschüsse das Streckennetz auf dem Land kaum ausgebaut werden kann. What challenge facing transport providers in rural areas is mentioned in the text?
A.Expanding the rural transit network requires long-term government subsidies.
B.Commuters in rural areas refuse to purchase digital tickets.
C.Urban passengers are overcrowded on rural bus connections.
D.Federal regulations prohibit expanding local train lines.
Explanation: The text explicitly states that transport operators stress that without permanent state subsidies ('ohne dauerhafte staatliche Zuschüsse'), expanding the rural route network ('Streckennetz auf dem Land') is hardly feasible. This option is correct.
7Text: In Berlin zeichnen sich viele Stadtteile durch eine ganz eigene 'Kiez-Kultur' aus. Anwohner schätzen die Nachbarschaftsläden, kleinen Cafés und den ausgeprägten Gemeinschaftssinn. Durch steigende Mietpreise und die Zunahme von Ferienwohnungen befürchten jedoch viele Kiezbewohner den Verlust ihrer sozialen Identität. What main threat to 'Kiez-Kultur' is described in the passage?
A.Rising rent prices and increasing vacation rentals threatening social identity.
B.The closure of all historical monuments in central Berlin.
C.A lack of local cafes and neighborhood grocery stores.
D.Strict municipal bans on community cultural events.
Explanation: The passage explains that rising rents ('steigende Mietpreise') and more holiday apartments ('Ferienwohnungen') cause residents to fear losing their neighborhood's social identity. This option correctly states this threat.
8Text: Laut der jüngsten JIM-Studie zum Medienverhalten Jugendlicher verbringen deutsche Jugendliche täglich mehrere Stunden auf Videoplattformen und in sozialen Netzwerken. Obwohl die digitale Kommunikation dominiert, gibt eine Mehrheit an, regelmäßige Treffen mit Freunden im realen Leben für unverzichtbar zu halten. What key finding regarding youth behavior is highlighted in the study?
A.Despite high digital engagement, young people still consider face-to-face meetings essential.
B.German teenagers have completely abandoned traditional face-to-face friendships.
C.Social media platforms are used exclusively for school educational projects.
D.Daily video platform usage among teens has dropped to near zero.
Explanation: The text states that although digital communication dominates, a majority of youth state that regular real-life meetings with friends ('Treffen mit Freunden im realen Leben') remain indispensable. This option reflects this finding.
9Text: Die Windenergie in der Nordsee bildet einen Eckpfeiler der deutschen Energiewende. Offshore-Windparks erzeugen enorme Mengen grünen Stroms. Der Abtransport der Energie in die Industriezentren Süddeutschlands erfordert jedoch den raschen Bau leistungsstarker Stromtrassen, was in betroffenen Gemeinden oft auf Widerstand stößt. Why is the construction of power lines (Stromtrassen) necessary according to the text?
A.To transport electricity generated by offshore wind farms in the North Sea to southern industrial centers.
B.To power offshore oil rigs operating in coastal waters.
C.To connect German wind farms directly to foreign power grids without domestic use.
D.To replace all solar panels installed in southern Germany.
Explanation: The text explains that power lines ('Stromtrassen') are needed to transport wind energy produced in the North Sea down to industrial hubs in southern Germany ('Industriezentren Süddeutschlands'). This option is correct.
10Text: Die Windenergie in der Nordsee bildet einen Eckpfeiler der deutschen Energiewende. Offshore-Windparks erzeugen enorme Mengen grünen Stroms. Der Abtransport der Energie in die Industriezentren Süddeutschlands erfordert jedoch den raschen Bau leistungsstarker Stromtrassen, was in betroffenen Gemeinden oft auf Widerstand stößt. What obstacle to infrastructure development is highlighted at the end of the passage?
A.Local community opposition to high-voltage transmission lines.
B.Technical inability of offshore turbines to generate electricity in winter.
C.Lack of financial investment from federal authorities.
D.Prohibitive costs of sea transport for wind turbine components.
Explanation: The final clause states that constructing transmission lines often encounters resistance in affected local communities ('was in betroffenen Gemeinden oft auf Widerstand stößt'). This option correctly captures this obstacle.

About the Madrid PAU German (Alemán II) Exam

The Madrid PAU German — Additional Foreign Language exam (Segunda Lengua Extranjera II: Alemán) is organized by the PAU Organising Commission of the Community of Madrid in coordination with public universities (UCM, UAM, UPM, UC3M, URJC, UAH). Based on the 2026 LOMLOE 2º Bachillerato curriculum, it evaluates students on CEFR A2-B1/B2 German competencies including reading comprehension, grammatical accuracy, lexical collocations, sentence transformations, and DACH cultural context.

Exam sponsor: PAU Organising Commission of the Community of Madrid / Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Written 90-minute examination assessing text comprehension, morphological-syntactic transformation, lexical selection, and guided essay writing in German.

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 93.02 base registration fee for compulsory Access Phase in Community of Madrid (or ~11.63 € per optional subject in voluntary phase).

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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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25%

Reading Comprehension & Textual Analysis

Analysis of contemporary German text passages, identifying main arguments, explicit details, implicit meaning, and discourse cohesion.

25%

German Grammar & Syntax

Mastery of verb placement (V2, V-end), tenses, Konjunktiv II, Passiv, Wechselpräpositionen, case governance, and adjective declension.

20%

Vocabulary & Lexical Expressions

Contextual vocabulary, idiomatic Redewendungen, false friends (Falsche Freunde), prepositional verb collocations, and word formation.

15%

Sentence Transformation & Structure

Active/passive voice shifts, direct/indirect speech transformations, subordinate clause restructuring, relative clauses, and nominal style conversions.

15%

Cultural & Sociolinguistic Context

Sociolinguistic etiquette (Du vs. Sie, formal correspondence), DACH geography, education systems, environmental policies, and cultural norms.

Preparing for the Madrid PAU German (Alemán 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: Written 90-minute examination assessing text comprehension, morphological-syntactic transformation, lexical selection, and guided essay writing in German.
  • Time limit: 90 minutes (1.5 hours)
  • Exam / certification fees: EUR 93.02 base registration fee for compulsory Access Phase in Community of Madrid (or ~11.63 € per optional subject in voluntary phase). Official sources

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Madrid PAU German (Alemán II): Suggested Study Strategy

1Master German word order rules, particularly V2 structure in main clauses and verb-final (V-end) placement in subordinate clauses introduced by conjunctions like weil, obwohl, dass, and wenn.
2Review modal verb usage in both indicative and Konjunktiv II forms (könnte, müsste, dürfte, sollte, wollte) for politeness, hypothesis, and recommendation.
3Practice two-way prepositions (Wechselpräpositionen) by determining whether a verb indicates spatial movement (Accusative case) or stationary location (Dative case).
4Memorize key false friends (Falsche Freunde) between German and English (e.g., bekommen vs become, Gift vs gift, fast vs fast) to avoid common lexical errors.
5Familiarize yourself with formal German correspondence conventions (e.g., Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren, Mit freundlichen Grüßen) and DACH sociolinguistic etiquette.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the structure of the Madrid PAU German exam?

The exam is a 90-minute written assessment composed of reading comprehension of contemporary German texts, grammatical and syntactic exercises, vocabulary collocations, sentence rephrasing, and guided text composition.

What passing score is required for Madrid university entrance?

The PAU subject mark is evaluated on a 0–10 scale. In the compulsory Access Phase, a minimum mark of 4.0 is required to calculate the weighted admission score (60% Bachillerato GPA + 40% PAU Access Phase >= 5.0).

What registration fees apply for PAU in the Community of Madrid?

The base registration fee for the compulsory PAU Access Phase in Madrid public universities (UCM, UAM, UPM, UC3M, URJC, UAH) is EUR 93.02, with voluntary phase subjects costing approximately EUR 11.63 each.

What level of German proficiency is tested on the PAU exam?

The examination targets CEFR A2-B1/B2 language proficiency expected of 2º Bachillerato students, emphasizing reading comprehension, correct verb positioning, mood and tense usage, and clear written communication.

Are candidates allowed to use dictionaries during the PAU German exam?

No, monolingual or bilingual dictionaries are not permitted during the Madrid PAU foreign language examinations.