POST UTME UNN 2018 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the character of Jay Gatsby is often seen as a symbol of the American Dream. However, Gatsby's pursuit of wealth and status is also portrayed as a form of illusion. Discuss the ways in which Gatsby's character represents the tension between reality and illusion.
A. Gatsby's character represents the tension between reality and illusion through his pursuit of wealth and status, which is portrayed as a form of escapism.
B. Gatsby's character represents the tension between reality and illusion through his romantic relationship with Daisy, which is portrayed as a form of fantasy.
C. Gatsby's character represents the tension between reality and illusion through his desire for social mobility, which is portrayed as a form of delusion.
D. Gatsby's character represents the tension between reality and illusion through his nostalgia for the past, which is portrayed as a form of melancholy.
Question 2
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the character Jay Gatsby's wealth?
A. It represents the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism.
B. It symbolizes the American Dream of social mobility.
C. It highlights the class divisions in society.
D. It represents the idea of a self-made man.
Question 3
In Wole Soyinka's Death and the King's Horseman, what is the symbolic significance of the character of Elesin Oba?
A. Elesin represents the struggle for cultural identity and the tension between tradition and modernity.
B. Elesin embodies the concept of sacrifice and the importance of tradition in Yoruba culture.
C. Elesin is a symbol of the corrupting influence of colonialism on traditional African societies.
D. Elesin represents the conflict between individual desire and societal expectations.
Question 4
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the significance of the character of Elesin Oba?
A. Elesin Oba represents the traditional values of Yoruba culture.
B. Elesin Oba is a symbol of the clash between traditional and modern values.
C. Elesin Oba is a representation of the struggles of the African people.
D. Elesin Oba is a comedic relief in the play.
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 individual desire and societal expectations.
C. He serves as a symbol of the decay of traditional values in Nigerian society.
D. He is a representation of the power of the king's horseman in Yoruba culture.
Question 6
In the novel 'The Stranger' by Albert Camus, what is the symbolic significance of the sun?
A. The sun represents the absurdity of life.
B. The sun symbolizes the character's guilt.
C. The sun is a metaphor for the character's alienation.
D. The sun has no symbolic significance in the novel.
Question 7
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title in relation to the novel's themes?
A. The title reflects the chaos and disorder that results from the clash of cultures.
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo society.
C. The title is a reference to the biblical book of Psalms.
D. The title is a metaphor for the protagonist's personal struggles.
Question 8
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder that follows Okonkwo's downfall.
B. It symbolizes the decline of traditional Igbo culture.
C. It represents the fragmentation of Okonkwo's family.
D. It signifies the end of Okonkwo's reign as a leader.
Question 9
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. It symbolizes the American dream of freedom and opportunity.
B. It highlights the struggles of immigrants in search of a better life.
C. It emphasizes the importance of social justice and equality.
D. It represents the idea of a melting pot society.
Question 10
In the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost, what is the significance of the line 'I took the one less traveled by, / And that has made all the difference'?
A. It represents the idea of individualism and nonconformity.
B. It symbolizes the idea of choice and regret.
C. It highlights the importance of taking risks and trying new things.
D. It represents the idea of a journey of self-discovery.
Question 11
In T.S. Eliot's 'The Waste Land', what is the significance of the allusion to the Fisher King in the 'Dry Salvages' section?
A. It serves as a symbol of spiritual decay and disillusionment.
B. It represents the search for spiritual renewal and redemption.
C. It highlights the theme of spiritual bankruptcy and the search for meaning.
D. It is a reference to the mythological figure of the Fisher King, who is associated with fertility and abundance.
Question 12
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the character's indecision?
A. The character's indecision represents the absurdity of modern life.
B. The character's indecision symbolizes the fear of commitment.
C. The character's indecision is a metaphor for the search for meaning.
D. The character's indecision has no significance in the poem.
Question 13
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the character of Okonkwo?
A. He represents the traditional values of Igbo culture.
B. He embodies the conflict between traditional and Western values.
C. He serves as a symbol of the decay of traditional values in Igbo society.
D. He is a representation of the power of the Igbo people in Nigerian society.
Question 14
In Langston Hughes' 'The Negro Speaks of Rivers', what is the significance of the river as a symbol?
A. The river represents the connection between the African diaspora and their ancestral homeland.
B. The river is a symbol of the struggles of the African American people.
C. The river represents the search for identity and belonging.
D. The river is a metaphor for the journey of life.
Question 15
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the character of Beneatha?
A. She represents the aspirations and dreams of the younger generation.
B. She serves as a foil to the character of Mama, highlighting their differences.
C. She embodies the struggles and challenges faced by African Americans during the Civil Rights Movement.
D. She is a symbol of the destructive nature of ambition and greed.

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