Practice Post UTME FUTA literature 2018 Past Questions

Question 1

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 elusive American Dream.

B. It symbolizes the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism.

C. It is a symbol of Gatsby's longing for Daisy.

D. It is a representation of the class divisions in society.

Question 2

In the novel 'The Stranger' by Albert Camus, what is the significance of the character of Meursault?

A. Meursault is a symbol of the absurdity of life.

B. Meursault is a symbol of the futility of human existence.

C. Meursault is a symbol of the importance of morality.

D. Meursault is a symbol of the power of love.

Question 3

Analyze the theme of love in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'. How does the playwright use dramatic irony to highlight the destructive nature of impulsive love?

A. Shakespeare uses dramatic irony to emphasize the tragic consequences of Romeo and Juliet's impulsive love.

B. The playwright employs dramatic irony to illustrate the societal pressures that lead to the tragic ending.

C. Dramatic irony is used to showcase Juliet's naivety and inexperience in love.

D. Shakespeare uses dramatic irony to highlight the redemptive power of love.

Question 4

In Wole Soyinka's Death and the King's Horseman, what is the symbolic significance of the character of Elesin Oba?

A. Elesin represents the traditional values and customs of the Yoruba people.

B. Elesin symbolizes the struggle between tradition and modernity in Nigerian society.

C. Elesin embodies the concept of cultural heritage and its importance in Nigerian identity.

D. Elesin represents the corrupting influence of colonialism on traditional Nigerian society.

Question 5

In Femi Osofisan's 'Once Upon Four Robbers', what is the significance of the title 'Once Upon Four Robbers'?

A. The title reflects the play's focus on the themes of identity, culture, and social change.

B. The title symbolizes the fragmentation and disintegration of the protagonist's identity.

C. The title represents the play's use of myth and legend to explore contemporary issues.

D. The title is a metaphor for the play's exploration of the complexities of human relationships.

Question 6

In Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart, what is the significance of Okonkwo's tragic flaw?

A. Okonkwo's tragic flaw is his inability to adapt to change.

B. Okonkwo's tragic flaw is his excessive pride and anger.

C. Okonkwo's tragic flaw is his lack of intelligence.

D. Okonkwo's tragic flaw is his inability to form close relationships.

Question 7

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 results from the arrival of Western colonialism.

B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture and values.

C. The title represents the fragmentation of the protagonist's identity and sense of self.

D. The title is a metaphor for the decline of the protagonist's physical health.

Question 8

In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the character of Beneatha's desire to become a doctor?

A. Beneatha's desire to become a doctor represents her desire for independence and self-sufficiency.

B. Beneatha's desire to become a doctor symbolizes her rejection of traditional African American values.

C. Beneatha's desire to become a doctor reflects her desire to escape the poverty and hardship of her family's situation.

D. Beneatha's desire to become a doctor is a manifestation of her internalized racism and self-hatred.

Question 9

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 culture

B. The rise of colonialism in Nigeria

C. The struggle for independence in Africa

D. The importance of family in Igbo society

Question 10

In the play 'Romeo and Juliet' by William Shakespeare, the character Romeo says, 'But soft, what light through yonder window breaks?' What does Romeo see?

A. Juliet's face

B. Juliet's hand

C. Juliet's voice

D. Juliet's smile

Question 11

In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, what is the speaker's attitude towards death?

A. Acceptance and resignation

B. Fear and avoidance

C. Resistance and defiance

D. Indifference and apathy

Question 12

In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the character's green light across the water?

A. The green light represents the American Dream.

B. The green light symbolizes the character's desire for wealth.

C. The green light is a metaphor for the character's feelings of longing.

D. The green light is a reference to the character's love of nature.

Question 13

In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the title 'A Raisin in the Sun'?

A. The title symbolizes the American Dream.

B. The title represents the character's desire for wealth.

C. The title is a metaphor for the character's struggle with identity.

D. The title is a reference to the character's African heritage.

Question 14

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 superficiality of the wealthy elite

D. The decline of the American aristocracy

Question 15

Analyze the theme of identity in Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart'. How does the author use the character of Okonkwo to explore the complexities of cultural identity?

A. Okonkwo's character serves as a symbol of the struggle between traditional and modern values.

B. He embodies the conflict between individual desire and societal expectations.

C. Okonkwo represents the destructive nature of blind tradition and cultural imperialism.

D. He represents the redemptive power of cultural identity and heritage.

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