POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2017 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In William Shakespeare's Macbeth, what is the effect of Lady Macbeth's goading on Macbeth's psyche?
A. It strengthens Macbeth's resolve to commit the murder.
B. It creates a sense of guilt and paranoia in Macbeth.
C. It inspires Macbeth to take action without hesitation.
D. It makes Macbeth question his own morality.
Question 2
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 and materialism.
C. It serves as a reminder of the class divisions and social stratification in the novel.
D. It highlights the theme of love and longing in the novel.
Question 3
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the symbolic significance of the character of 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 4
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder that follows Okonkwo's downfall.
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 cultural identity and belonging.
Question 5
In Wole Soyinka's Death and the King's Horseman, what is the significance of the title?
A. It highlights the struggle between tradition and modernity.
B. It represents the conflict between the old and the new.
C. It signifies the protagonist's journey towards self-discovery.
D. It is a reference to the Yoruba mythological figure of Eshu.
Question 6
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. It creates a sense of intimacy and immediacy, drawing the reader into the speaker's inner world.
B. It serves as a metaphor for the speaker's fragmented and disjointed thoughts.
C. It highlights the theme of alienation and disconnection in modern society.
D. It represents the speaker's struggle to express himself and connect with others.
Question 7
In William Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the symbolic significance of the witches' prophecies?
A. They represent the supernatural forces that drive Macbeth's actions.
B. They symbolize the chaos and disorder that follows Macbeth's rise to power.
C. They serve as a commentary on the dangers of ambition and greed.
D. They highlight the theme of fate and destiny in the play.
Question 8
In the novel '1984' by George Orwell, what is the significance of the character Winston Smith's relationship with Julia?
A. Winston's relationship with Julia represents the power of love and human connection in the face of totalitarianism.
B. Winston's relationship with Julia symbolizes the struggle for individuality and autonomy in a society that values conformity.
C. Winston's relationship with Julia signifies the importance of emotional intimacy and vulnerability in a world that values rationality and control.
D. Winston's relationship with Julia represents the tension between desire and duty in a society that values loyalty and obedience.
Question 9
In Toni Morrison's 'Beloved', what is the significance of the character of Sethe?
A. She represents the struggle for freedom and independence.
B. She symbolizes the trauma and pain of slavery.
C. She serves as a commentary on the destructive nature of slavery.
D. She highlights the theme of motherhood and identity.
Question 10
In William Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the significance of the witches' prophecies?
A. They serve as a catalyst for Macbeth's actions, driving the plot forward.
B. They represent the supernatural forces that shape the course of human events.
C. They symbolize the chaos and disorder that results from the clash of fate and free will.
D. They highlight the theme of appearances versus reality.
Question 11
In the poem 'The Waste Land' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the character Tiresias?
A. Tiresias represents the voice of wisdom and experience in a world that values youth and vitality.
B. Tiresias symbolizes the struggle for identity and self-expression in a society that values conformity.
C. Tiresias signifies the importance of spiritual renewal and rebirth in a world that values materialism and consumerism.
D. Tiresias represents the tension between reason and emotion in a world that values rationality and control.
Question 12
In the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost, what is the speaker's attitude towards the road not taken?
A. Regret
B. Ambivalence
C. Indifference
D. Certainty
Question 13
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the symbolic significance of the balcony in Act 2, Scene 2?
A. It represents the divide between the two families.
B. It symbolizes the innocence and naivety of Juliet.
C. It serves as a symbol of Juliet's confinement and limited freedom.
D. It represents the conflict between love and family loyalty.
Question 14
In William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, what is the significance of the balcony scene?
A. The balcony scene marks the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's romance.
B. The balcony scene is a turning point in the play, as it leads to the tragic events that unfold.
C. The balcony scene is a symbol of the societal pressures that Romeo and Juliet face.
D. The balcony scene is a metaphor for the conflict between the Montagues and the Capulets.
Question 15
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the significance of the phrase 'Give me your tired, your poor'?
A. The phrase is a call to action, urging Americans to welcome immigrants.
B. The phrase is a metaphor for the Statue of Liberty, symbolizing freedom and opportunity.
C. The phrase is a reference to the biblical story of the Exodus.
D. The phrase is a commentary on the social and economic conditions of the time.

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