POST UTME BELLS UNIVERSITY 2019 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the novel 'The Stranger' by Albert Camus, what is the symbolic significance of the sun?
A. The sun represents the absurdity and meaninglessness of life.
B. The sun symbolizes the protagonist's growing sense of guilt and responsibility.
C. The sun is a metaphor for the protagonist's desire for freedom and escape.
D. The sun represents the societal norms and expectations that the protagonist rebels against.
Question 2
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the symbolic significance of the character of Beneatha?
A. She represents the aspirations and dreams of the younger generation.
B. She symbolizes the conflict between tradition and modernity.
C. She embodies the theme of identity and self-discovery.
D. She serves as a foil to the character of Mama.
Question 3
In T.S. Eliot's 'The Waste Land', what is the significance of the allusions to mythology?
A. The allusions to mythology serve as a commentary on the disillusionment of modern society.
B. The allusions to mythology represent the fragmentation of the modern self.
C. The allusions to mythology symbolize the search for meaning in a post-Christian world.
D. The allusions to mythology are a reflection of the poet's own spiritual crisis.
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. It represents the elusive American Dream.
B. It symbolizes the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism.
C. It embodies the theme of love and longing.
D. It serves as a reminder of the past and the lost innocence of the characters.
Question 5
In the novel 'The Stranger' by Albert Camus, what is the significance of the character of Meursault's relationship with his mother?
A. Meursault's relationship with his mother represents the alienation and disconnection that pervades modern society.
B. Meursault's relationship with his mother is a symbol of the destructive nature of paternalism and the importance of individual freedom.
C. Meursault's relationship with his mother is a commentary on the societal expectations placed on individuals to conform to traditional norms.
D. Meursault's relationship with his mother represents the struggle between individual desire and societal expectations.
Question 6
In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, what is the significance of the speaker's use of imagery?
A. The speaker's use of imagery represents the struggle between individual desire and societal expectations.
B. The speaker's use of imagery is a commentary on the societal expectations placed on individuals to conform to traditional norms.
C. The speaker's use of imagery is a symbol of the importance of living life to the fullest and resisting the inevitability of death.
D. The speaker's use of imagery represents the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism in society.
Question 7
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the symbolic significance of the title?
A. The title represents the American Dream and the struggle for racial equality.
B. The title symbolizes the conflict between tradition and modernity.
C. The title is a metaphor for the relationship between the individual and society.
D. The title represents the clash between different cultural and religious values.
Question 8
In the novel 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger, what is the significance of the character of Holden Caulfield's use of symbolism?
A. Holden's use of symbolism represents the struggle between individual desire and societal expectations.
B. Holden's use of symbolism is a commentary on the societal expectations placed on individuals to conform to traditional norms.
C. Holden's use of symbolism is a symbol of the importance of living life to the fullest and resisting the inevitability of adulthood.
D. Holden's use of symbolism represents the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism in society.
Question 9
In William Shakespeare's Hamlet, what is the significance of the character of Ophelia?
A. Ophelia is a symbol of innocence and purity.
B. Ophelia is a representation of the destructive nature of love.
C. Ophelia is a foil to the character of Hamlet.
D. Ophelia is a catalyst for the events that unfold in the play.
Question 10
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the character of Prufrock's use of imagery?
A. Prufrock's use of imagery represents the fragmented and disjointed nature of modern experience.
B. Prufrock's use of imagery is a commentary on the societal expectations placed on individuals to conform to traditional norms.
C. Prufrock's use of imagery is a symbol of the alienation and disconnection that pervades modern society.
D. Prufrock's use of imagery represents the struggle between individual desire and societal expectations.
Question 11
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the character of Gatsby's use of symbolism?
A. Gatsby's use of symbolism represents the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism in society.
B. Gatsby's use of symbolism is a commentary on the societal expectations placed on individuals to conform to traditional norms.
C. Gatsby's use of symbolism is a symbol of the American Dream and the pursuit of happiness.
D. Gatsby's use of symbolism represents the struggle between individual desire and societal expectations.
Question 12
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolic significance of the eyes of Doctor T.J. Eckleburg?
A. The eyes of Doctor T.J. Eckleburg represent God or a higher power.
B. The eyes of Doctor T.J. Eckleburg symbolize the moral decay of society.
C. The eyes of Doctor T.J. Eckleburg serve as a reminder of the characters' lost innocence.
D. The eyes of Doctor T.J. Eckleburg are a commentary on the excesses of the wealthy.
Question 13
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 pervades the novel's portrayal of Igbo society.
B. The title is a reference to the biblical book of Psalms, highlighting the novel's themes of faith and morality.
C. The title is a metaphor for the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture and values.
D. The title is a commentary on the destructive nature of colonialism and its impact on African societies.
Question 14
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the symbolic significance of the ghost of King Hamlet?
A. The ghost of King Hamlet represents the moral conscience of the characters.
B. The ghost of King Hamlet symbolizes the corruption and decay of society.
C. The ghost of King Hamlet serves as a reminder of the characters' mortality.
D. The ghost of King Hamlet is a commentary on the consequences of ambition.
Question 15
In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, what is the speaker's attitude towards death?
A. The speaker is resigned to death
B. The speaker is fearful of death
C. The speaker is defiant towards death
D. The speaker is indifferent to death

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