POST UTME UNIBEN 2019 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
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 representation of the narrator's own desires and aspirations.
D. The green light is a symbol of the decay of moral values in society.
Question 2
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 and Juliet's love affair.
B. It showcases the conflict between the two families.
C. It highlights the theme of love vs. hate.
D. It introduces the character of Friar Lawrence.
Question 3
In William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, what is the significance of the balcony scene?
A. The balcony scene represents the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's love affair.
B. The balcony scene symbolizes the societal pressures and expectations placed on the two lovers.
C. The balcony scene is a representation of the conflict between love and family loyalty.
D. The balcony scene is a symbol of the tragic fate that awaits the two lovers.
Question 4
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 societal pressures that contribute to the tragic ending.
D. It is a pivotal moment in the play where Romeo and Juliet declare their love for each other.
Question 5
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 loyalty and duty.
C. He symbolizes the power of the king's horseman.
D. He represents the cycle of life and death.
Question 6
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the Younger family's move to a new neighborhood?
A. It represents a symbol of hope and opportunity.
B. It highlights the tensions between tradition and modernity.
C. It serves as a catalyst for the characters' personal growth.
D. It reflects the societal pressures that contribute to the characters' struggles.
Question 7
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 results from the arrival of European colonizers.
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture and values.
C. The title represents the fragmentation of the protagonist's identity and sense of self.
D. The title is a metaphor for the collapse of the protagonist's family and social structures.
Question 8
In the poem 'The Waste Land' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the allusion to the Fisher King?
A. The Fisher King represents the spiritual decay of modern society.
B. The Fisher King symbolizes the quest for spiritual renewal.
C. The Fisher King is a metaphor for the search for meaning in a post-war world.
D. The Fisher King represents the fragmentation of the self.
Question 9
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 speaker's use of imagery represents the fragmented nature of modern life.
B. The speaker's use of imagery symbolizes the search for meaning and connection in a chaotic world.
C. The speaker's use of imagery is a representation of the speaker's inner turmoil and anxiety.
D. The speaker's use of imagery is a symbol of the speaker's inability to express themselves effectively.
Question 10
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolic significance of the green light across the water?
A. The elusive American Dream
B. The corrupting influence of wealth
C. The transience of human relationships
D. The futility of social climbing
Question 11
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 idea that life is a series of challenges that must be overcome.
B. The speaker is suggesting that life is a journey that requires patience and perseverance.
C. The speaker is implying that life is a never-ending struggle.
D. The speaker is comparing life to a stairway to emphasize the idea of progress.
Question 12
In Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the effect of the witches' prophecies on Macbeth's character?
A. The prophecies lead to Macbeth's downfall by tempting him with power.
B. The prophecies cause Macbeth to question his own identity and morality.
C. The prophecies inspire Macbeth to take action and seize the throne.
D. The prophecies have no significant impact on Macbeth's character.
Question 13
In T.S. Eliot's 'The Waste Land', what is the significance of the character of Tiresias?
A. He represents the disillusionment of modern society.
B. He symbolizes the search for spiritual renewal.
C. He embodies the conflict between tradition and modernity.
D. He represents the power of the feminine principle.
Question 14
In W.B. Yeats's 'The Second Coming', what is the significance of the line 'Things fall apart; the centre cannot hold'?
A. The line reflects the chaos and disorder that results from the collapse of traditional values and institutions.
B. The line symbolizes the fragmentation and disillusionment of modern society.
C. The line is a metaphor for the search for meaning and connection in a seemingly meaningless world.
D. The line represents the cyclical nature of history and the inevitability of fate.
Question 15
In William Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the significance of the character of Lady Macbeth?
A. She represents the feminine principle and its power.
B. She symbolizes the conflict between loyalty and duty.
C. She embodies the struggle between tradition and modernity.
D. She represents the cycle of life and death.

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