PAU French II (Extremadura) exam-day guide
PAU French II (Extremadura) · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official photo ID (DNI/NIE/passport)
Bring the original document, not a photocopy. Confirm with your school or the Universidad de Extremadura (UEx) coordination which document is accepted for your call, since rules can vary by sede.
Exam summon notice / matrícula confirmation
Print or download the notification showing your name, sede, date, and time. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is required or a digital version is accepted.
Blue or black ballpoint pens (at least two)
Write clearly; answers must be legible. Bring a spare in case one fails.
Pencil and eraser
Useful for drafting answers and for any multiple-choice answer sheet. Confirm with the provider whether answers must be in pen.
Wristwatch (non-smart)
Exam rooms may not have a visible clock. Smartwatches and phones are usually not allowed at the desk; confirm with the provider.
Clear water bottle, label removed
Stay hydrated for a long session. Confirm with the provider whether bottles are allowed in the room.
Know your exact sede, room, and start time
Check the assignment on your summon notice; rooms and times can differ from what you expect. Arrive early to locate the building.
Leave phone and smart devices at home or switched off and stored
Any device at the desk may be treated as a serious irregularity. Confirm with the provider where devices must be left.
Review the official exam structure and timing
Know the sections (typically comprehension, grammar/vocabulary, and written production) and how many minutes each allows. Confirm the current structure with the provider, as it can change between calls.
Plan transport and a buffer
Aim to be at the door well before the start; late entry rules vary. Confirm with the provider how late arrivals are handled.
Confirm permitted materials
Dictionaries, grammar reference sheets, and electronic aids are often restricted. Confirm with the provider exactly what is allowed before the day.
Rest and a light meal beforehand
A long written exam rewards concentration; avoid an all-nighter and heavy food.
Plan the day
Re-read the official exam guide and instructions from your provider. Confirm your sede, room, time, and the exact permitted materials. Do one timed full practice paper under exam conditions, then review errors rather than starting new topics. Prepare your ID and summon notice in one place.
Do light review only: key grammar points, connectors, and a short list of useful written-production phrases. Prepare clothes, pens, water, and transport plan. Check the weather and travel time. Sleep at a normal hour; do not cram new material.
Eat a proper breakfast, re-check ID, summon notice, and pens. Arrive at the sede early to find the room and settle. Switch off your phone and store it as instructed. Skim a one-page summary of structures and connectors, then stop and focus on calm breathing.
Read all instructions first and note the time allocation per section. Start with the sections you handle best, but keep to the clock. For comprehension, read questions before the text and justify answers from the text. For grammar and vocabulary, answer what you know and flag uncertain items to revisit. For written production, spend a few minutes planning, write with clear paragraphs and connectors, watch agreement and accents, and reserve time to proofread. Write legibly and fill in any answer sheet exactly as instructed.
Rules to check
Bring the original official photo ID required for your call; without valid ID you may be refused entry. Confirm the accepted documents with the provider.
Follow all instructions from the tribunal and invigilators; their directions on seating, materials, and timing are binding.
Keep phones, smartwatches, and other electronic devices switched off and out of reach as instructed; having them at the desk may be treated as an irregularity. Confirm the exact rule with the provider.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the exam or attempt to read their work; talking, passing materials, or looking at others' papers can lead to expulsion.
Only use materials expressly permitted for the call; dictionaries, notes, and electronic aids are generally restricted unless the instructions say otherwise. Confirm with the provider.
If you need to leave the room (for example, to use the toilet), raise your hand and follow the invigilator's instructions; leaving without permission may not be allowed. Confirm the break policy with the provider.
Write your answers in the format and place required (answer sheet, boxes, or booklet). Answers outside the designated space or illegible answers may not be marked.
Scoring follows the official criteria for the call, typically weighting comprehension, grammar and vocabulary, and written production. Check the published weighting and pass mark with the provider, as these can change between calls.
Academic integrity rules apply; any irregularity may lead to annulment of the exam. Confirm the disciplinary procedure with the provider.