POST UTME FUTA 2020 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the dramatic irony in Act 3, Scene 1?
A. Romeo's disguise as a servant
B. Juliet's fake death
C. Tybalt's challenge to Romeo
D. Friar Lawrence's plan to reunite the lovers
Question 2
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder that results from colonialism.
B. It symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture.
C. It represents the fragmentation of the protagonist's identity.
D. It is a reference to the biblical book of Psalms.
Question 3
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the green light across the water?
A. It symbolizes the elusive American Dream.
B. It represents the corrupting influence of wealth.
C. It highlights the theme of love and longing.
D. It represents the struggle for social mobility.
Question 4
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 conflict between traditional and modern values.
C. She highlights the theme of racism and oppression.
D. She represents the struggle for economic independence.
Question 5
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder that follows the arrival of the British
B. It symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo society
C. It represents the protagonist's struggle with cultural identity
D. It is a reference to the biblical book of Psalms
Question 6
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 monotony and routine.
B. It symbolizes the protagonist's lack of passion and emotion.
C. It represents the protagonist's struggle with identity and purpose.
D. It is a reference to the protagonist's love of coffee.
Question 7
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
B. Freedom from economic hardship
C. Freedom from social inequality
D. Freedom from political tyranny
Question 8
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.
C. It highlights the class divisions in society.
D. It is a reference to the protagonist's love interest.
Question 9
In the poem 'The Waste Land' by T.S. Eliot, what is the allusion to the 'Shantih Shantih Shantih'?
A. The peace that passeth all understanding
B. The stillness of the desert
C. The silence of the forest
D. The quiet of the city
Question 10
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
B. Escape from poverty
C. Asylum from war
D. Immigration to a new land
Question 11
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the primary function of the Chorus in Act 1, Scene 1?
A. To provide background information on the city of Verona
B. To introduce the two rival families, the Montagues and the Capulets
C. To narrate the events of the play in a non-dramatic style
D. To comment on the social and economic conditions of Verona
Question 12
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder in the Igbo society.
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 13
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the Younger family's move to a new neighborhood?
A. The move represents the family's desire for a better life and greater opportunities.
B. The move symbolizes the family's struggle to maintain their cultural identity in a predominantly white neighborhood.
C. The move has no significant impact on the family's lives.
D. The move represents the family's rejection of their African American heritage.
Question 14
In William Shakespeare's Macbeth, what is the effect of Lady Macbeth's manipulation on Macbeth's character?
A. Lady Macbeth's manipulation leads to Macbeth's downfall and eventual guilt.
B. Lady Macbeth's manipulation makes Macbeth more confident and decisive.
C. Lady Macbeth's manipulation has no significant impact on Macbeth's character.
D. Lady Macbeth's manipulation leads to Macbeth's transformation into a more heroic character.
Question 15
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 elusive American Dream.
B. The green light symbolizes the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism.
C. The green light has no significant meaning in the novel.
D. The green light represents the protagonist's growing sense of disillusionment with society.

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