POST UTME AFE BABALOLA UNIVERSITY 2020 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the primary function of the Chorus in Act 1, Scene 1?
A. To provide background information on the feud between the Montagues and Capulets
B. To introduce the main characters and setting of the play
C. To provide a commentary on the events of the play
D. To serve as a narrator and guide the audience through the story
Question 2
In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, what is the symbolic significance of the 'rage' against the dying of the light?
A. The struggle for personal freedom
B. The pursuit of artistic expression
C. The longing for emotional connection
D. The desire for intellectual understanding
Question 3
In the play 'The Glass Menagerie' by Tennessee Williams, what is the symbolic significance of the 'glass unicorn'?
A. The fragility of human relationships
B. The beauty of nature
C. The power of imagination
D. The danger of desire
Question 4
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolic significance of the green light across the water?
A. The elusive American Dream
B. The corrupting influence of wealth
C. The destructive nature of love
D. The fleeting nature of happiness
Question 5
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the character of Ophelia?
A. A symbol of femininity and innocence
B. A representation of the destructive power of love
C. A metaphor for the chaos and disorder that Hamlet creates
D. A reference to the corrupting influence of power
Question 6
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder that occurs in the novel
B. It symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture
C. It represents the struggle between traditional and Western values
D. It is a reference to the British colonial influence on Nigeria
Question 7
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the speaker's use of the phrase 'I have measured out my life with coffee spoons'?
A. The speaker is highlighting the monotony of his daily routine.
B. The speaker is emphasizing the importance of small pleasures in life.
C. The speaker is expressing his feelings of alienation and disconnection.
D. The speaker is making a comment on the superficiality of modern life.
Question 8
In George Orwell's '1984', what is the significance of the character of Big Brother?
A. He represents the totalitarian government and its control over society.
B. He embodies the dangers of government manipulation and propaganda.
C. He serves as a symbol of the erosion of individual freedom and the loss of human dignity.
D. He is a representation of the effects of fear and the power of the human spirit.
Question 9
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the symbolic significance of the 'raisin' in the title?
A. The struggle for racial equality
B. The pursuit of economic stability
C. The desire for social mobility
D. The longing for personal freedom
Question 10
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. The breakdown of traditional Igbo society
B. The rise of colonialism in Nigeria
C. The decline of the Igbo people
D. The loss of cultural identity
Question 11
In William Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the significance of the character of Friar Lawrence?
A. He serves as a catalyst for the tragic events that unfold.
B. He represents the power of love and the importance of following one's heart.
C. He is a symbol of the societal pressures and expectations placed on the characters.
D. He provides a sense of guidance and wisdom, helping the characters navigate their situations.
Question 12
In the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, what is the significance of the character's defense of Tom Robinson?
A. The defense reflects the character's sense of moral justice.
B. The defense is a commentary on the racial tensions in the community.
C. The defense is a symbol of the character's desire for social change.
D. The defense is a reflection of the character's personal growth.
Question 13
In George Orwell's '1984', what is the significance of the character of Winston Smith?
A. He represents the struggle against totalitarianism and the power of individual resistance.
B. He embodies the dangers of government control and manipulation.
C. He serves as a symbol of the human spirit's capacity for love and rebellion.
D. He is a representation of the effects of propaganda and the erosion of individual freedom.
Question 14
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 symbolizes the power of the king and the importance of tradition.
D. He is a representation of the cyclical nature of life and death.
Question 15
In the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost, what is the symbolic significance of the road not taken?
A. The choice between conformity and individuality
B. The regret of missed opportunities
C. The importance of taking risks
D. The inevitability of fate

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