POST UTME AAUA 2017 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, the character Okonkwo is known for his anger and aggression. What is the likely cause of his behavior?
A. Okonkwo's anger and aggression are a result of his cultural background.
B. Okonkwo's anger and aggression are a result of his personal experiences.
C. Okonkwo's anger and aggression are a result of his social status.
D. Okonkwo's anger and aggression are a result of his mental health.
Question 2
In the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, what is the significance of the character Atticus Finch's defense of Tom Robinson?
A. It represents the struggle for racial justice.
B. It symbolizes the importance of empathy.
C. It highlights the need for moral courage.
D. It emphasizes the value of education.
Question 3
In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, the speaker says, 'Rage, rage against the dying of the light.' What does this line suggest about the speaker's attitude towards death?
A. The speaker is accepting of death.
B. The speaker is resistant to death.
C. The speaker is indifferent to death.
D. The speaker is fearful of death.
Question 4
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the line 'I have measured out my life with coffee spoons'?
A. It highlights the protagonist's sense of ennui and disillusionment with modern life.
B. It symbolizes the fragmentation of time and the search for meaning in a chaotic world.
C. It represents the protagonist's struggle to connect with others and find a sense of belonging.
D. It serves as a metaphor for the monotony and routine of everyday life.
Question 5
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the character Okonkwo's anger towards his father?
A. It represents the clash between traditional and modern values.
B. It symbolizes the struggle for masculinity.
C. It highlights the importance of family relationships.
D. It emphasizes the need for social change.
Question 6
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the significance of Elesin's refusal to die?
A. It represents Elesin's loyalty to the king.
B. It symbolizes Elesin's resistance to colonialism.
C. It highlights Elesin's fear of death.
D. It showcases Elesin's devotion to his culture.
Question 7
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the significance of the balcony scene in Act 2, Scene 2?
A. It marks the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's love affair.
B. It showcases the conflict between the two families.
C. It highlights the theme of love vs. hate.
D. It introduces the character of Friar Lawrence.
Question 8
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the character of Beneatha?
A. She represents the struggle for identity and self-discovery.
B. She symbolizes the idea of social justice and equality.
C. She highlights the conflict between traditional and modern values.
D. She showcases the idea of family and community.
Question 9
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the significance of the balcony scene in Act 2, Scene 2?
A. It marks the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's love affair.
B. It showcases Juliet's independence and strong will.
C. It highlights the societal pressures that contribute to the tragic ending.
D. It serves as a turning point in the play, marking a shift in the characters' fortunes.
Question 10
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the significance of the balcony scene?
A. It showcases Romeo's love for Juliet and his desire to be with her.
B. It highlights the conflict between the Montagues and the Capulets.
C. It represents Juliet's independence and her desire to make her own decisions.
D. It symbolizes the doomed love between Romeo and Juliet.
Question 11
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder in the novel.
B. It symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture.
C. It represents the struggle between traditional and Western values.
D. It highlights the theme of identity crisis.
Question 12
In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, what is the significance of the line 'Rage, rage against the dying of the light'?
A. It highlights the importance of living life to the fullest and resisting the inevitability of death.
B. It symbolizes the struggle to maintain one's identity and sense of self in the face of mortality.
C. It represents the desire to transcend the limitations of human existence and connect with something greater.
D. It serves as a metaphor for the human condition and the search for meaning in a seemingly meaningless world.
Question 13
In the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost, the speaker says, 'I took the one less traveled by, / And that has made all the difference.' What does this line suggest about the speaker's decision?
A. The speaker's decision was a mistake.
B. The speaker's decision was a success.
C. The speaker's decision was a compromise.
D. The speaker's decision was a reflection of their personality.
Question 14
In the play 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the yam festival in the Igbo culture?
A. It symbolizes the harvest season
B. It marks the beginning of the dry season
C. It is a celebration of the Igbo people's connection to the land
D. It is a time for the people to come together and resolve conflicts
Question 15
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the green light across the water?
A. It represents the American Dream and the idea of freedom.
B. It symbolizes the idea of hope and opportunity.
C. It highlights the struggle between old money and new money.
D. It showcases the idea of social class and status.

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