POST UTME UNILAG 2018 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, the speaker describes the Statue of Liberty as a symbol of hope and freedom. However, the poem also contains a sense of irony and ambiguity. Analyze the poem's use of irony and ambiguity to convey its message.
A. The poem uses irony to highlight the contrast between the idealized vision of America and the harsh realities of immigration.
B. The poem employs ambiguity to create a sense of uncertainty and tension, leaving the reader to interpret the meaning.
C. The poem's use of irony and ambiguity is a deliberate attempt to subvert the reader's expectations and challenge their assumptions.
D. The poem's irony and ambiguity are a result of the speaker's personal biases and prejudices.
Question 2
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder that results from the clash between traditional and Western cultures.
B. It symbolizes the breakdown of the Igbo social structure.
C. It represents the fragmentation of the protagonist's identity.
D. It signifies the collapse of the colonial system.
Question 3
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the symbolic significance of Elesin's refusal to die?
A. It represents Elesin's rejection of the colonial powers' influence.
B. It symbolizes the conflict between tradition and modernity.
C. It highlights the theme of cultural identity and the struggle for self-preservation.
D. It serves as a commentary on the absurdity of colonialism.
Question 4
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the character of Beneatha?
A. Beneatha represents the aspirations and dreams of the younger generation.
B. Beneatha symbolizes the struggle for identity and self-discovery.
C. Beneatha embodies the conflict between traditional and modern values.
D. Beneatha represents the mother-daughter relationship.
Question 5
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, the speaker describes his inner turmoil and anxiety as he navigates the complexities of modern life. Analyze the poem's use of imagery and symbolism to convey its message.
A. The poem uses imagery and symbolism to create a sense of claustrophobia and anxiety, highlighting the speaker's feelings of isolation and disconnection.
B. The poem employs imagery and symbolism to convey the speaker's sense of disillusionment and despair, as he navigates the complexities of modern life.
C. The poem's use of imagery and symbolism is a deliberate attempt to subvert the reader's expectations and challenge their assumptions about the nature of reality.
D. The poem's imagery and symbolism are a result of the speaker's personal biases and prejudices, as he navigates the complexities of modern life.
Question 6
In William Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', what is the symbolic significance of the forest?
A. It represents the realm of the imagination and the subconscious.
B. It symbolizes the struggle for power and control.
C. It highlights the theme of love and relationships.
D. It serves as a commentary on the absurdity of human nature.
Question 7
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, the character of Hamlet is portrayed as a symbol of the human condition. Analyze the character's development throughout the play and explain how he represents the themes of mortality, madness, and betrayal.
A. Hamlet's character represents the human condition as a symbol of mortality, madness, and betrayal, as he navigates the complexities of his own psyche and the treacherous world around him.
B. Hamlet's character is a symbol of the human condition, but his development is ultimately thwarted by the societal expectations placed upon him.
C. Hamlet's character represents the themes of mortality, madness, and betrayal, but his struggles are ultimately resolved through his relationships with his family and his own sense of purpose.
D. Hamlet's character is not a symbol of the human condition, but rather a representation of the societal expectations placed upon him.
Question 8
In William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet', what is the significance of the character of Ophelia?
A. Ophelia represents the destructive power of love
B. Ophelia represents the fragility of the human psyche
C. Ophelia represents the corrupting influence of power
D. Ophelia represents the cyclical nature of time
Question 9
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title?
A. The title represents the breakdown of traditional Igbo society
B. The title represents the struggle for cultural identity
C. The title represents the loss of innocence
D. The title represents the cyclical nature of time
Question 10
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the character's soliloquy 'To be or not to be'?
A. The soliloquy represents the character's struggle with mortality and the afterlife.
B. The soliloquy symbolizes the character's desire for revenge and justice.
C. The soliloquy is a metaphor for the character's feelings of anxiety and indecision.
D. The soliloquy represents the character's sense of disillusionment and disappointment with life.
Question 11
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the character's name 'Okonkwo'?
A. The name represents strength and masculinity.
B. The name symbolizes the character's connection to his culture.
C. The name is a metaphor for the character's inner turmoil.
D. The name represents the character's desire for wealth and power.
Question 12
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the primary cause of the tragic ending?
A. Fate
B. Love
C. Hatred
D. Family Feud
Question 13
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock', what is the significance of the character of Prufrock?
A. He represents the anxiety and indecision that accompany modern life.
B. He symbolizes the search for meaning and connection in a post-World War I society.
C. He signifies the fragmentation of the self in the face of societal expectations.
D. He marks the beginning of the Modernist movement in poetry.
Question 14
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the character of Okonkwo?
A. He represents the struggle between tradition and modernity.
B. He embodies the conflict between individual desire and societal expectations.
C. He serves as a symbol of the decay of traditional values.
D. He is a representation of the power of the king's authority.
Question 15
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 Juliet's independence and strong will.
C. It highlights the societal pressures and expectations placed on Juliet.
D. It serves as a turning point in the play, leading to the tragic events that unfold.

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