POST UTME EKSU 2019 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In Toni Morrison's Beloved, what is the symbolic significance of the character Sethe?
A. She represents the struggle for maternal love and protection.
B. She symbolizes the trauma and pain of slavery.
C. She embodies the conflict between individual desire and societal expectations.
D. She represents the power of female agency and resistance.
Question 2
In Shakespeare's Othello, what is the dramatic function of Iago's soliloquy in Act 1, Scene 3?
A. It reveals Iago's motivations and intentions.
B. It creates suspense and tension in the audience.
C. It establishes Iago's character and backstory.
D. It foreshadows the tragic events that will unfold.
Question 3
In William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, what is the significance of the balcony scene?
A. The balcony scene marks the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's romance.
B. The balcony scene is a turning point in the play, where Romeo and Juliet declare their love for each other.
C. The balcony scene is a symbol of the societal pressures that prevent Romeo and Juliet from being together.
D. The balcony scene is a comedic relief in the play.
Question 4
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the line 'I have measured out my life with coffee spoons'?
A. The line suggests that the speaker's life is mundane and unfulfilling.
B. The line is a metaphor for the speaker's feelings of alienation and disconnection.
C. The line is a reference to the speaker's love of coffee.
D. The line is a symbol of the speaker's creativity and imagination.
Question 5
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the significance of the line 'Give me your tired, your poor, / Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free'?
A. It emphasizes the importance of freedom and democracy.
B. It highlights the struggles of immigrants.
C. It showcases the poet's patriotism.
D. It introduces the theme of hope and opportunity.
Question 6
In Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart, what is the significance of the title?
A. The title symbolizes the chaos and disorder that results from the clash of cultures.
B. The title represents the fragmentation of Igbo society due to colonialism.
C. The title signifies the downfall of the protagonist, Okonkwo.
D. The title is a metaphor for the cyclical nature of time.
Question 7
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the green light across the water?
A. The green light represents the elusive American Dream.
B. The green light is a symbol of the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism.
C. The green light is a commentary on the superficiality of the wealthy elite.
D. The green light is a representation of the protagonist Gatsby's longing for Daisy Buchanan.
Question 8
In Chinua Achebe's 'No Longer at Ease', what is the significance of the character of Obi Okonkwo?
A. He represents the struggle between traditional and Western values
B. He symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo society
C. He highlights the importance of cultural heritage
D. He represents the chaos and disorder that follows the arrival of the British
Question 9
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the significance of the balcony scene in Act 2, Scene 2?
A. It marks the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's romance.
B. It showcases the conflict between the Montagues and Capulets.
C. It highlights the theme of love vs. hate.
D. It introduces the character of Friar Lawrence.
Question 10
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the character of Beneatha?
A. Beneatha represents the aspirations and ambitions of the younger generation.
B. Beneatha symbolizes the tension between traditional and modern values.
C. Beneatha is a foil to the character of Mama, highlighting their differences in values and aspirations.
D. Beneatha is a representation of the struggle for identity and self-discovery in the face of societal expectations.
Question 11
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance 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 is a metaphor for the corrupting influence of wealth.
D. The green light represents the hope and longing of the characters.
Question 12
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the speaker's indecision?
A. The speaker's indecision represents the anxiety and uncertainty of modern life.
B. The speaker's indecision symbolizes the societal pressures that prevent individuals from expressing themselves.
C. The speaker's indecision is a reflection of the protagonist's inner turmoil and self-doubt.
D. The speaker's indecision is a comedic device used to highlight the absurdity of modern life.
Question 13
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the green light across the water?
A. The green light represents the elusive American Dream.
B. The green light symbolizes the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism.
C. The green light is a representation of the character of Gatsby's longing for love and connection.
D. The green light is a commentary on the social stratification of the time period.
Question 14
In Wole Soyinka's Death and the King's Horseman, what is the symbolic significance of the character Elesin Oba?
A. He represents the struggle between tradition and modernity.
B. He symbolizes the conflict between cultural identity and colonialism.
C. He embodies the tension between individual desire and societal expectations.
D. He represents the clash between African and European values.
Question 15
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance 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 is a reference to the Catholic Church.
D. The green light is a symbol of Gatsby's love for Daisy.

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