POST UTME LASU 2017 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the novel 'The Stranger' by Albert Camus, what is the significance of the character Meursault's indifference to the death of his mother?
A. Meursault's indifference reflects his lack of emotional depth.
B. Meursault's indifference symbolizes the absurdity of life.
C. Meursault's indifference is a result of his lack of empathy.
D. Meursault's indifference is a reflection of his moral ambiguity.
Question 2
In the poem 'The Waste Land' by T.S. Eliot, what is the symbolic significance of the river Thames?
A. Renewal and rebirth
B. Decay and corruption
C. Disillusionment and despair
D. Spiritual connection to the divine
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. It represents the elusive American Dream.
B. It symbolizes the corrupting influence of wealth.
C. It highlights the class divisions of the time.
D. It represents the longing for love and connection.
Question 4
In the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, what is the symbolic significance of the mockingbird?
A. Innocence and kindness
B. Courage and justice
C. Compassion and empathy
D. Wisdom and experience
Question 5
In the poem 'Mother to Son' by Langston Hughes, what is the significance of the speaker's use of the metaphor 'life is a stairway'?
A. The speaker is emphasizing the difficulties and hardships of life.
B. The speaker is suggesting that life is a journey with many obstacles.
C. The speaker is comparing life to a physical activity.
D. The speaker is using the metaphor to describe the relationship between mother and son.
Question 6
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 is a metaphor for the speaker's longing for connection and belonging.
D. The green light represents the moral decay and decline of society.
Question 7
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 metaphor 'I have measured out my life with coffee spoons'?
A. The speaker is emphasizing the monotony and routine of modern life.
B. The speaker is suggesting that life is a series of small, insignificant moments.
C. The speaker is comparing life to a physical activity.
D. The speaker is using the metaphor to describe the relationship between the self and society.
Question 8
In the novel '1984' by George Orwell, what is the symbolic significance of the telescreen?
A. Surveillance and control
B. Propaganda and manipulation
C. Compliance and obedience
D. Rebellion and resistance
Question 9
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. The title reflects the chaos and disorder that results from the clash between traditional and Western cultures.
B. The title symbolizes the fragmentation of the Igbo society under colonial rule.
C. The title represents the collapse of Okonkwo's mental and physical health.
D. The title is a metaphor for the decline of the Igbo people's traditional way of life.
Question 10
In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, what is the significance of the speaker's use of the phrase 'Rage, rage against the dying of the light'?
A. The speaker is urging his father to resist the inevitability of death.
B. The speaker is advocating for a peaceful acceptance of death.
C. The speaker is highlighting the importance of living in the present.
D. The speaker is making a comment on the fleeting nature of life.
Question 11
In the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost, what is the significance of the road that the speaker chooses?
A. The road that the speaker chooses represents the path of conformity.
B. The road that the speaker chooses symbolizes the path of individuality.
C. The road that the speaker chooses is a metaphor for the choices we make in life.
D. The road that the speaker chooses is a reference to the American Dream.
Question 12
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the character Beneatha's decision to pursue a career in medicine?
A. Beneatha's decision is a symbol of her desire for independence and self-sufficiency.
B. Beneatha's decision is a reflection of her desire to escape the poverty and racism of her community.
C. Beneatha's decision is a representation of the societal expectations placed on women in African-American culture.
D. Beneatha's decision is a metaphor for the struggle for civil rights and social justice.
Question 13
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 emphasizes the importance of living life to the fullest.
B. It highlights the struggle against mortality.
C. It represents the desire for immortality.
D. It symbolizes the power of the human spirit.
Question 14
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the symbolic significance of the yam?
A. Fertility and abundance
B. Strength and masculinity
C. Wealth and prosperity
D. Spiritual connection to the gods
Question 15
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolic significance of the green light across the water?
A. The American Dream
B. Love and romance
C. Wealth and materialism
D. Class and social status

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