POST UTME REDEEMERS UNIVERSITY 2018 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the character's soliloquy?
A. The soliloquy reveals the character's inner turmoil and conflict.
B. The soliloquy is a turning point in the play, where the character's plan is revealed.
C. The soliloquy is a symbol of the character's emotional state.
D. The soliloquy is a moment of comedic relief in the play.
Question 2
In the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, what is the significance of the character's childhood?
A. The character's childhood is a symbol of innocence and naivety.
B. The character's childhood is a turning point in the novel, where they learn about racism.
C. The character's childhood is a reference to the character's emotional state.
D. The character's childhood is a metaphor for the character's growth and development.
Question 3
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the character's use of imagery?
A. The character's use of imagery serves to create a sense of uncertainty and confusion.
B. The character's use of imagery is a reflection of their own personal struggles with mortality.
C. The character's use of imagery is a commentary on the societal norms of the time.
D. The character's use of imagery is a representation of their own personal struggles with identity.
Question 4
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 pervades the Igbo society.
B. The title symbolizes the fragmentation of the Igbo culture under colonialism.
C. The title is a metaphor for the breakdown of traditional Igbo values.
D. The title represents the collapse of the Igbo social hierarchy.
Question 5
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the significance of the line 'Give me your tired, your poor, / Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free'?
A. The line reflects the American dream of freedom and opportunity.
B. The line symbolizes the struggle for social justice and equality.
C. The line represents the idea of a melting pot society.
D. The line is a reference to the Statue of Liberty's significance in American history.
Question 6
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 society
B. The rise of colonialism in Nigeria
C. The struggle for independence in Africa
D. The decline of the Igbo people
Question 7
In the play 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the character of Puck?
A. He serves as a symbol of the power of love and the transformative effects of magic
B. He represents the chaos and unpredictability of the natural world
C. He is a representation of the destructive power of unchecked emotions and desires
D. He is a symbol of the corrupting influence of power and the dangers of ambition
Question 8
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the image of the 'yellow fog'?
A. The yellow fog represents the speaker's feelings of anxiety and uncertainty.
B. The yellow fog symbolizes the speaker's desire for escape and freedom.
C. The yellow fog represents the speaker's connection to his past.
D. The yellow fog has no significance in the poem.
Question 9
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the character Daisy Buchanan?
A. Daisy represents the American Dream and its illusion.
B. Daisy symbolizes the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism.
C. Daisy is a symbol of the lost innocence of the post-war generation.
D. Daisy represents the struggle between old money and new rich.
Question 10
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the symbolic significance of the green card that George Murchison receives from his father?
A. The green card represents George's desire to leave his family's past behind and start anew.
B. The green card symbolizes George's rejection of his family's cultural heritage.
C. The green card represents George's desire to become a part of the white middle class.
D. The green card has no symbolic significance in the play.
Question 11
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the character's use of imagery?
A. The character's use of imagery serves to create a sense of uncertainty and confusion.
B. The character's use of imagery is a reflection of their inner turmoil and anxiety.
C. The character's use of imagery is a commentary on the societal norms of the time.
D. The character's use of imagery is a representation of their own personal struggles with identity.
Question 12
In the novel 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger, what is the significance of the character's alienation?
A. The character's alienation is a symbol of their emotional state.
B. The character's alienation is a turning point in the novel, where they make a decision.
C. The character's alienation is a reference to their past experiences.
D. The character's alienation is a metaphor for their growth and development.
Question 13
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 represents the speaker's feelings of boredom and listlessness.
B. It symbolizes the speaker's struggle with identity and purpose.
C. It highlights the speaker's obsession with material possessions.
D. It emphasizes the speaker's desire for spiritual connection.
Question 14
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 character's longing for love and connection.
C. The green light is a representation of the character's wealth and status.
D. The green light serves as a commentary on the societal class divisions of the time.
Question 15
In the play 'A Streetcar Named Desire' by Tennessee Williams, what is the significance of the character's desire?
A. The character's desire is a symbol of their emotional state.
B. The character's desire is a turning point in the play, where they make a decision.
C. The character's desire is a reference to their past experiences.
D. The character's desire is a metaphor for their growth and development.

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