POST UTME AFE BABALOLA UNIVERSITY 2020 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the symbolic significance of the green card that Lena Younger receives from her deceased husband?
A. Freedom and independence
B. Financial security
C. Social status
D. Cultural identity
Question 2
In Gabriel Garcia Marquez's 'One Hundred Years of Solitude', what is the significance of the Buendia family's history?
A. It reflects the cyclical nature of time and the repetition of history
B. It symbolizes the struggle between tradition and modernity
C. It represents the decline of the Buendia family and the loss of their power
D. It is a commentary on the effects of colonialism on Latin America
Question 3
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolic significance of the green light across the water?
A. The elusive American Dream
B. The corrupting influence of wealth
C. The destructive nature of love
D. The fleeting nature of happiness
Question 4
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the symbolic significance of the 'raisin in the sun'?
A. The American Dream
B. The struggle for racial equality
C. The importance of family
D. The power of individualism
Question 5
In Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart, what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. The title reflects the chaos and disorder that pervades the Igbo society.
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture.
C. The title is a reference to the biblical book of Ezekiel.
D. The title is a metaphor for the protagonist's personal struggles.
Question 6
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the speaker's use of the phrase 'I have measured out my life with coffee spoons'?
A. The speaker is highlighting the monotony of his daily routine.
B. The speaker is emphasizing the importance of small pleasures in life.
C. The speaker is expressing his feelings of alienation and disconnection.
D. The speaker is making a comment on the superficiality of modern life.
Question 7
In William Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the significance of the witches' prophecies?
A. They serve as a catalyst for Macbeth's downfall.
B. They represent the supernatural forces that shape the course of events in the play.
C. They provide a sense of foreboding and tension, foreshadowing the tragic events that unfold.
D. They are a means of exploring the themes of fate and free will.
Question 8
In William Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the role of the Weird Sisters in Act 1, Scene 1?
A. They serve as a source of comic relief in the play
B. They provide a commentary on the events of the play
C. They foretell the future and set the tone for the rest of the play
D. They are a symbol of the supernatural and the unknown
Question 9
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the symbolic significance of the 'huddled masses yearning to breathe free'?
A. Freedom from oppression and persecution
B. The struggle for economic equality
C. The pursuit of political independence
D. The desire for social justice
Question 10
In James Joyce's 'Ulysses', what is the significance of the character of Leopold Bloom?
A. He represents the search for identity and belonging.
B. He embodies the struggle between tradition and modernity.
C. He symbolizes the power of the individual in a society.
D. He is a representation of the cyclical nature of life and death.
Question 11
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolic significance of the eyes of Doctor T.J. Eckleburg?
A. A symbol of God or a higher power
B. A representation of the moral decay of society
C. A metaphor for the eyes of the world watching Gatsby
D. A reference to the eyes of the past
Question 12
In the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, what is the significance of the character's defense of Tom Robinson?
A. The defense reflects the character's sense of moral justice.
B. The defense is a commentary on the racial tensions in the community.
C. The defense is a symbol of the character's desire for social change.
D. The defense is a reflection of the character's personal growth.
Question 13
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the character of Unoka?
A. He represents the traditional Igbo culture and values.
B. He embodies the struggle between tradition and modernity.
C. He is a symbol of masculinity and strength in Igbo society.
D. He serves as a foil to the character of Okonkwo, highlighting their contrasting personalities.
Question 14
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 Romeo's poetic skills.
C. It highlights the societal pressures on the two lovers.
D. It is a pivotal moment in the plot, leading to the tragic events that unfold.
Question 15
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the character of Okonkwo?
A. He represents the traditional Igbo culture and values.
B. He embodies the struggle between tradition and modernity.
C. He is a symbol of masculinity and strength in Igbo society.
D. He serves as a foil to the character of Unoka, highlighting their contrasting personalities.

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