Post Utme Unn 2020 Literature Question 37

Practice objective / multiple choice question 37 from the 2020 Post Utme Unn Literature examination.

Post Utme Unn 2020 Literature Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 37 POST_UTME_UNN • 2020 • LITERATURE • objective

In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', the character of Elesin Oba is portrayed as a symbol of cultural identity. Analyze how his character reflects the tensions between traditional and modern values in Nigerian society.

Answer Options

A. Elesin's character represents the struggle between traditional values and modernity, as he is torn between his loyalty to the king and his desire to modernize.
B. Elesin's character is a representation of the societal norms of Nigerian culture, as he is depicted as a dutiful servant and obedient subject.
Correct Answer C. Elesin's defiance of the colonial authorities and his decision to take his own life demonstrate his commitment to traditional values.
D. Elesin's character is a product of the societal pressures placed upon him, as he is forced to choose between his loyalty to the king and his own personal desires.
Correct Answer
C
Correct Option:
Elesin's defiance of the colonial authorities and his decision to take his own life demonstrate his commitment to traditional values.

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This is Post Utme Unn 2020 Literature Question 37. It is one of the objective questions from the 2020 Post Utme Unn Literature examination.

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