POST UTME REDEEMERS UNIVERSITY 2021 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, what is the significance of the character of Friar Lawrence?
A. Friar Lawrence is a wise and understanding mentor to Romeo.
B. Friar Lawrence is a manipulative and power-hungry character.
C. Friar Lawrence is a symbol of the conflict between reason and passion.
D. Friar Lawrence is a comedic relief in the play.
Question 2
In Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart, what is the significance of the title?
A. The title reflects the chaos that ensues after Okonkwo's downfall.
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture.
C. The title represents the struggle between traditional and colonial values.
D. The title is a metaphor for the protagonist's inner turmoil.
Question 3
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 colonialism
D. He is a symbol of masculinity and strength
Question 4
In Shakespeare's Macbeth, what is the significance of the witches' prophecies?
A. The prophecies serve as a catalyst for Macbeth's actions.
B. The prophecies are a reflection of Macbeth's guilt and paranoia.
C. The prophecies are a symbol of the supernatural forces at work in the play.
D. The prophecies are a commentary on the nature of fate and free will.
Question 5
In Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', what is the symbolic significance of the forest as a setting?
A. The forest represents the chaos and disorder of human emotions.
B. The forest symbolizes the power of nature and the supernatural.
C. The forest is a neutral backdrop for the play's events.
D. The forest represents the conflict between reason and passion.
Question 6
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the symbolic significance of the yam?
A. It represents the connection between the Igbo people and their ancestors.
B. It symbolizes the struggle for power and control in the community.
C. It is a symbol of masculinity and virility in Igbo culture.
D. It represents the cyclical nature of life and death.
Question 7
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.
C. The green light serves as a reminder of the protagonist's past.
D. The green light is a representation of the protagonist's inner turmoil.
Question 8
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 American Dream.
B. The green light symbolizes the elusive nature of wealth and status.
C. The green light is a reference to the biblical story of the Garden of Eden.
D. The green light is a metaphor for the protagonist's mental state.
Question 9
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the character of Claudius?
A. Claudius represents the corrupting influence of power.
B. Claudius symbolizes the destructive nature of ambition.
C. Claudius is a foil to the protagonist Hamlet.
D. Claudius is a comedic relief in an otherwise tragic play.
Question 10
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolic meaning of the green light across the water?
A. It represents the American Dream
B. It symbolizes the elusive nature of wealth and status
C. It signifies the corrupting influence of wealth
D. It represents the hope for a better future
Question 11
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the symbolic significance of the title 'Death and the King's Horseman'?
A. The title refers to the conflict between tradition and modernity.
B. The title symbolizes the struggle for power and control.
C. The title represents the clash between culture and colonialism.
D. The title is a metaphor for the decline of the king's authority.
Question 12
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the significance of the balcony scene in Act 2, Scene 2?
A. It marks the beginning of Romeo's love for Juliet
B. It showcases Juliet's independence and strong will
C. It highlights the feud between the Montagues and Capulets
D. It introduces the theme of love vs. hate
Question 13
In Wole Soyinka's Death and the King's Horseman, what is the significance of the character of Elesin Oba?
A. Elesin represents the struggle between tradition and modernity.
B. Elesin symbolizes the power of the king's horseman.
C. Elesin is a representation of the Igbo people.
D. Elesin is a symbol of the Yoruba people's resistance to colonialism.
Question 14
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the character of Beneatha?
A. Beneatha is a symbol of the struggle for identity and self-discovery.
B. Beneatha is a representation of the conflict between tradition and modernity.
C. Beneatha is a character who embodies the concept of social change.
D. Beneatha is a character who is driven by a desire for material wealth.
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. It represents the elusive American Dream.
B. It symbolizes the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism.
C. It serves as a commentary on the societal norms and expectations of the time.
D. It is a reflection of the characters' inner desires and emotions.

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