POST UTME UNN 2020 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In William Wordsworth's 'I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud', what is the primary effect of the daffodils on the speaker?
A. The daffodils evoke a sense of melancholy in the speaker
B. The daffodils inspire a feeling of joy and wonder in the speaker
C. The daffodils symbolize the transience of life
D. The daffodils represent the beauty of nature
Question 2
In the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost, what theme is explored through the speaker's decision?
A. The importance of choice
B. The role of fate
C. The impact of regret
D. The value of compromise
Question 3
In Shakespeare's 'Hamlet', what is the significance of the character Ophelia?
A. She represents the destructive power of love and desire.
B. She symbolizes the fragility of the human psyche.
C. She embodies the theme of madness and its consequences.
D. She is a symbol of the corrupting influence of power.
Question 4
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title?
A. It represents the collapse of traditional Igbo society
B. It symbolizes the fragmentation of the protagonist's psyche
C. It reflects the chaos and disorder that follows colonialism
D. It is a reference to the biblical book of Psalms
Question 5
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what theme is explored through the character of Okonkwo?
A. The struggle between tradition and modernity
B. The importance of family
C. The role of women in society
D. The impact of colonialism
Question 6
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.
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.
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.
Question 7
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what literary device is used to describe the character of Hamlet?
A. Soliloquy
B. Monologue
C. Dialogue
D. Soliloquy and Monologue
Question 8
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the symbolic significance of the 'huddled masses yearning to breathe free'?
A. Freedom and liberty
B. Hope and perseverance
C. Desperation and despair
D. Immigration and assimilation
Question 9
In Wole Soyinka's 'Ake', the author reflects on his childhood experiences in a small town in Nigeria. Analyze how the author's narrative reflects the tensions between traditional and modern values in Nigerian society.
A. The author's narrative represents the struggle between traditional values and modernity, as he is torn between his loyalty to his family and his desire to modernize.
B. The author's narrative is a representation of the societal norms of Nigerian culture, as he is depicted as a dutiful son and obedient subject.
C. The author's defiance of the societal norms and his decision to pursue his own path demonstrate his commitment to individuality and self-expression.
D. The author's character is a product of the societal pressures placed upon him, as he is forced to navigate the complexities of traditional and modern values.
Question 10
In William Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the dramatic irony in Act 3, Scene 1?
A. Romeo's love for Juliet is genuine
B. Juliet's family feud with the Montagues
C. Romeo's disguise as a servant
D. The tragic fate of the two lovers
Question 11
In the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost, what is the speaker's attitude towards the road not taken?
A. Regret and longing
B. Ambivalence and uncertainty
C. Confidence and self-assurance
D. Indifference and apathy
Question 12
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what theme is exemplified by the character of Mercutio?
A. Love
B. Fate
C. Loyalty
D. Honor
Question 13
In William Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the significance of the witches' prophecies?
A. They represent the supernatural forces that drive the plot
B. They symbolize the chaos and disorder that follows the protagonist's actions
C. They reflect the protagonist's own guilt and paranoia
D. They are a commentary on the dangers of ambition and greed
Question 14
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. It symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture.
B. It represents the chaos and disorder that results from colonialism.
C. It signifies the fragmentation of the protagonist's identity.
D. It is a reference to the biblical book of Ezekiel.
Question 15
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the primary theme that emerges from the tragic love story?
A. Love vs. Hate
B. Fate vs. Free Will
C. Social Class vs. Individuality
D. Appearance vs. Reality

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