POST UTME CRAWFORD UNIVERSITY 2019 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the symbolic significance of the 'huddled masses yearning to breathe free'?
A. Freedom from oppression
B. Escape from poverty
C. Asylum from war
D. Immigration to a new land
Question 2
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the character of Okonkwo?
A. Okonkwo represents the traditional Igbo values of masculinity and strength.
B. Okonkwo is a symbol of the clash between traditional and modern values in Nigerian society.
C. Okonkwo is a representation of the destructive nature of pride and stubbornness.
D. Okonkwo is a character who embodies the complexities of human nature, with both positive and negative traits.
Question 3
In Wole Soyinka's 'Ake: The Years of Childhood', what is the significance of the title?
A. The title reflects the author's childhood experiences and memories
B. The title symbolizes the author's journey from childhood to adulthood
C. The title represents the struggle between traditional and Western values
D. The title is a reference to the biblical book of Genesis
Question 4
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title?
A. The title reflects the chaos and disorder that occurs when the Igbo people are colonized
B. The title symbolizes the fall of the Igbo people from their traditional way of life
C. The title represents the struggle between traditional and Western values
D. The title is a reference to the biblical book of Ezekiel
Question 5
In the novel 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger, what is the significance of the character Holden Caulfield?
A. Holden Caulfield represents the disillusionment and rebellion of the post-war generation.
B. Holden Caulfield symbolizes the struggle to find one's place in the world.
C. Holden Caulfield is a representation of the idea that people are inherently flawed.
D. Holden Caulfield is a symbol of the loss of innocence for the protagonist.
Question 6
In Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the significance of the witches' prophecies?
A. The prophecies serve as a catalyst for Macbeth's ambition and downfall
B. The prophecies are a reflection of the chaos and disorder that occurs in the play
C. The prophecies symbolize the struggle between fate and free will
D. The prophecies are a reference to the biblical book of Revelation
Question 7
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the character Okonkwo's relationship with his father?
A. Okonkwo's relationship with his father serves as a symbol of the tension between tradition and modernity.
B. Okonkwo's relationship with his father is a representation of the complexities of masculinity in Igbo culture.
C. Okonkwo's relationship with his father is a metaphor for the destructive power of pride and ego.
D. Okonkwo's relationship with his father is a reflection of the societal expectations placed on men in Igbo society.
Question 8
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the symbolic significance of the yam?
A. Fertility and abundance
B. Strength and masculinity
C. Wealth and prosperity
D. Tradition and culture
Question 9
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the symbolic significance of the yam?
A. It represents the connection between the natural and spiritual worlds
B. It symbolizes the importance of agriculture and fertility in Igbo culture
C. It serves as a metaphor for the decline of traditional values and the rise of colonialism
D. It represents the struggle between individual identity and societal expectations
Question 10
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the primary reason for Romeo's banishment from Verona?
A. Romeo's involvement in a duel with Tybalt
B. Romeo's marriage to Juliet without the Prince's consent
C. Romeo's killing of Mercutio in a fight
D. Romeo's love for Juliet's cousin, Rosaline
Question 11
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolism of the green light across the water?
A. The green light represents the American Dream.
B. The green light symbolizes the elusive nature of wealth and status.
C. The green light represents the corrupting influence of wealth.
D. The green light is a symbol of the protagonist's longing for love.
Question 12
In William Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the dramatic significance of the balcony scene?
A. It marks the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's love affair.
B. It highlights the conflict between the two families.
C. It showcases Romeo's poetic skills.
D. It emphasizes the theme of fate.
Question 13
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the character Hamlet's soliloquy?
A. Hamlet's soliloquy serves as a reflection of his inner turmoil and conflict.
B. Hamlet's soliloquy is a representation of his desire for revenge and his need for justice.
C. Hamlet's soliloquy is a metaphor for the human condition and the search for meaning in life.
D. Hamlet's soliloquy is a reflection of his intellectual and philosophical nature.
Question 14
In the poem 'The Waste Land' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the allusion to the Fisher King?
A. The Fisher King represents the wounded king of the Arthurian legend, symbolizing the spiritual decay of modern society.
B. The Fisher King is a metaphor for the search for spiritual meaning in a post-World War I world.
C. The allusion to the Fisher King is a reference to the mythological figure of the Fisher King, who is associated with fertility and abundance.
D. The Fisher King is a symbol of the disillusionment and fragmentation of modern life.
Question 15
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the character Gatsby's green light?
A. The green light represents Gatsby's hope for a better life and his desire for Daisy.
B. The green light is a symbol of the American Dream and the illusion of social mobility.
C. The green light is a metaphor for the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism.
D. The green light is a reflection of Gatsby's nostalgia for the past and his longing for a lost love.

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