POST UTME UNILORIN 2017 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the character Jay Gatsby is portrayed as a symbol of the American Dream. What literary device is used to create this symbolism?
A. Characterization through dialogue
B. Flashback
C. Foreshadowing
D. Symbolism
Question 2
In the novel 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger, the character Holden Caulfield is portrayed as a rebellious character. What literary device is used to create this rebellion?
A. Characterization through dialogue
B. Flashback
C. Foreshadowing
D. Stream-of-consciousness
Question 3
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the symbolic significance of the yam?
A. It represents the Igbo people's connection to the land.
B. It symbolizes the protagonist's masculinity.
C. It highlights the importance of agriculture in Igbo culture.
D. It represents the clash between traditional and Western values.
Question 4
In William Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the dramatic significance of the balcony scene?
A. It marks the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's love affair.
B. It showcases Romeo's poetic skills.
C. It highlights the conflict between the two families.
D. It demonstrates Juliet's independence.
Question 5
In the play 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the character of Puck?
A. He represents the power of magic and illusion.
B. He serves as a symbol of the conflict between reason and emotion.
C. He embodies the mischievous and playful nature of the forest.
D. He is a representation of the chaos and disorder that can result from unchecked emotions.
Question 6
In the poem 'The Waste Land' by T.S. Eliot, the speaker is portrayed as a disillusioned character. What literary device is used to convey the speaker's disillusionment?
A. Stream-of-consciousness
B. Imagery
C. Symbolism
D. Alliteration
Question 7
In the novel "The Stranger," what is the significance of the title?
A. The title refers to the protagonist's alienation from society
B. The title refers to the protagonist's sense of morality
C. The title refers to the protagonist's relationship with his mother
D. The title refers to the protagonist's job as a stranger
Question 8
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.
Question 9
In Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice', what is the significance of the character of Mr. Darcy?
A. Mr. Darcy represents the ultimate symbol of pride and arrogance.
B. Mr. Darcy is a symbol of the societal class system and the limitations it imposes.
C. Mr. Darcy's character serves as a catalyst for the plot and the themes of the novel.
D. Mr. Darcy's character is a minor and insignificant part of the novel.
Question 10
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 symbolizes the monotony of modern life.
B. It highlights the speaker's anxiety about time.
C. It represents the speaker's love for coffee.
D. It signifies the speaker's obsession with measurement.
Question 11
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', how does the character of Juliet's nurse contribute to the tragic outcome of the play?
A. The nurse's loyalty to Juliet ultimately leads to her downfall.
B. The nurse's warnings to Juliet about Romeo's family feud are ignored, contributing to the tragic outcome.
C. The nurse's presence in the play serves as a catalyst for Juliet's decision to fake her own death.
D. The nurse's character is a minor and insignificant part of the play.
Question 12
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 represents the corrupting influence of wealth.
D. The green light signifies the futility of human endeavor.
Question 13
In Chinua Achebe's "Things Fall Apart," what is the significance of Okonkwo's tragic flaw?
A. His inability to adapt to change
B. His pride and stubbornness
C. His love for his family
D. His desire for wealth and power
Question 14
In William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," what is the role of fate in the tragic ending?
A. Fate is the primary cause of the tragic ending
B. Fate is a contributing factor to the tragic ending
C. Fate is not a significant factor in the tragic ending
D. Fate is the opposite of the tragic ending
Question 15
In George Orwell's '1984', what is the significance of the character of Winston Smith?
A. Winston represents the ultimate rebellion against the totalitarian government.
B. Winston is a symbol of the government's power and control over its citizens.
C. Winston's character serves as a catalyst for the plot and the themes of the novel.
D. Winston's character is a minor and insignificant part of the novel.

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