POST UTME LEAD CITY UNIVERSITY 2018 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
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 injustice
D. Freedom from political tyranny
Question 2
In T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land, what is the significance of the line 'These fragments I have shored against my ruins'?
A. The line reflects the speaker's sense of disillusionment and despair.
B. The line is a reference to the fragmentation of modern society.
C. The line is a metaphor for the speaker's personal struggles.
D. The line is a symbol of the societal pressures that drive the speaker to madness.
Question 3
In the novel 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger, what is the symbolic significance of the red hunting hat?
A. Rebellion and nonconformity
B. Individuality and uniqueness
C. Happiness and contentment
D. Disillusionment and angst
Question 4
What is the primary theme of the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus?
A. The struggle for freedom and democracy.
B. The importance of cultural heritage and tradition.
C. The power of love and compassion.
D. The need for social justice and equality.
Question 5
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the speaker's use of imagery?
A. The imagery creates a sense of claustrophobia and anxiety.
B. The imagery represents the speaker's inner turmoil.
C. The imagery is a reflection of the speaker's social awkwardness.
D. The imagery is a commentary on the societal norms of the time.
Question 6
In Wole Soyinka's Death and the King's Horseman, what is the significance of the character of Elesin Oba?
A. Elesin Oba is a symbol of the traditional Yoruba values and culture.
B. Elesin Oba is a representation of the chaos and disorder that pervades the Yoruba society.
C. Elesin Oba is a metaphor for the protagonist's personal struggles.
D. Elesin Oba is a symbol of the societal pressures that drive the protagonist to madness.
Question 7
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of Okonkwo's character in the novel?
A. He represents the traditional Igbo culture and values.
B. He is a symbol of masculinity and strength in the novel.
C. He showcases the complexities of human nature and the human condition.
D. He is a commentary on the societal pressures that contribute to the tragic ending.
Question 8
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the significance of the balcony scene?
A. It highlights Romeo's impulsive nature.
B. It showcases Juliet's strong will and independence.
C. It marks the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's romance.
D. It serves as a turning point in the play's tragic events.
Question 9
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolic significance of the green light?
A. Hope and promise
B. Wealth and materialism
C. Love and relationships
D. Elusive American Dream
Question 10
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 symbolizes the destructive nature of pride and ego
D. He serves as a foil to the character of Unoka
Question 11
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock', 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 expressing his sense of monotony and boredom
B. The speaker is highlighting his love for coffee
C. The speaker is emphasizing his sense of time passing slowly
D. The speaker is expressing his desire for adventure
Question 12
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the symbolic significance of the balcony scene?
A. A symbol of Juliet's confinement and limited freedom
B. A representation of Romeo's love for Juliet
C. A symbol of the feud between the Montagues and Capulets
D. A representation of Juliet's desire for independence
Question 13
What is the literary device used in the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost?
A. Imagery
B. Symbolism
C. Alliteration
D. Personification
Question 14
In the play 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', what is the significance of the character of Puck?
A. Puck is a symbol of the power of love
B. Puck is a representation of the chaos and disorder of the forest
C. Puck is a symbol of the transformative power of art
D. Puck is a representation of the conflict between reason and emotion
Question 15
In the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, what is the symbolic significance of the mockingbird?
A. Kindness and compassion
B. Courage and bravery
C. Innocence and vulnerability
D. Justice and morality

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