POST UTME CHRISTOPHER UNIVERSITY 2017 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the green light across the water?
A. The green light represents the American Dream.
B. The green light symbolizes the elusive nature of wealth and status.
C. The green light is a representation of Gatsby's longing for Daisy.
D. The green light is a symbol of the corrupting influence of wealth.
Question 2
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the character Okonkwo?
A. He represents the traditional Igbo culture and values.
B. He embodies the struggle between tradition and modernity.
C. He symbolizes the importance of masculinity and virility in Igbo society.
D. He serves as a catalyst for the events that unfold in the novel.
Question 3
In George Orwell's '1984', what is the purpose of the Ministry of Truth?
A. To spread propaganda and manipulate public opinion.
B. To suppress dissent and maintain control over the population.
C. To promote education and critical thinking.
D. To provide a safe space for rebels to plan their resistance.
Question 4
In the novel 'The Stranger' by Albert Camus, what is the significance of the character's decision to shoot the Arab man?
A. To illustrate the absurdity of life
B. To demonstrate the character's lack of empathy
C. To show the consequences of moral ambiguity
D. To highlight the theme of alienation
Question 5
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the symbolic meaning of the 'raisin in the sun'?
A. The hope for a better life
B. The struggle for racial equality
C. The importance of family
D. The significance of wealth
Question 6
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the symbolic significance of the character Elesin Oba?
A. He represents the struggle between tradition and modernity.
B. He embodies the conflict between individual desire and societal expectations.
C. He symbolizes the power of the king and the importance of his role.
D. He serves as a catalyst for the events that unfold in the play.
Question 7
In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, what is the speaker's attitude towards death?
A. The speaker is resigned to death and accepts it as a natural part of life.
B. The speaker is defiant and refuses to accept death.
C. The speaker is ambivalent about death and sees it as a necessary part of life.
D. The speaker is fearful of death and wants to avoid it.
Question 8
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. The breakdown of traditional Igbo society
B. The rise of Christianity in Igbo land
C. The struggle for independence in Nigeria
D. The importance of family in Igbo culture
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 and expectations placed on Juliet.
D. It serves as a turning point in the play, marking the beginning of the tragic events.
Question 10
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the symbolic significance of the 'raisin in the sun'?
A. A symbol of hope and opportunity
B. A representation of the American Dream
C. A metaphor for the struggles of African Americans
D. A literal representation of the sun
Question 11
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title?
A. The title reflects the chaos and disorder in the protagonist's life
B. The title symbolizes the collapse of traditional Igbo society
C. The title represents the protagonist's struggle with his own identity
D. The title is a reference to the English poem 'The Second Coming'
Question 12
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the significance of the character Elesin Oba's refusal to die?
A. It symbolizes his resistance to colonialism
B. It highlights his loyalty to the king
C. It underscores his fear of death
D. It represents his desire for power
Question 13
In Toni Morrison's 'Beloved', what is the significance of the character Sethe's relationship with her daughter?
A. It highlights the trauma of slavery and its legacy
B. It underscores the importance of motherly love
C. It represents the struggle for identity and selfhood
D. It symbolizes the conflict between past and present
Question 14
In James Joyce's 'Ulysses', what is the significance of the character of Leopold Bloom?
A. He represents the Jewish community in Dublin
B. He symbolizes the struggle for identity and belonging
C. He highlights the importance of the Catholic Church in Irish society
D. He showcases the city of Dublin's vibrant cultural scene
Question 15
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title?
A. The title reflects the chaos in the Igbo society.
B. The title symbolizes the fall of the Igbo people.
C. The title represents the struggle between traditional and Western values.
D. The title is a metaphor for the protagonist's mental state.

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