POST UTME FUTO 2017 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
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 of the African American community.
B. Beneatha symbolizes the struggle for identity and self-discovery.
C. Beneatha is a foil to the character of Mama.
D. Beneatha is a minor character with no significant role.
Question 2
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the character of Ophelia?
A. Ophelia represents the destructive power of love.
B. Ophelia symbolizes the fragility of the human psyche.
C. Ophelia is a foil to the character of Hamlet.
D. Ophelia is a victim of circumstance.
Question 3
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolic significance of the green light across the water?
A. The American Dream
B. The corrupting influence of wealth
C. The elusiveness of love
D. The futility of human endeavor
Question 4
In George Orwell's '1984', what is the purpose of the Ministry of Truth?
A. To promote the ideology of the Party
B. To control the flow of information and propaganda
C. To suppress dissent and opposition
D. To provide a safe haven for rebels
Question 5
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 struggle for independence in Africa
D. The importance of cultural heritage
Question 6
In William Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the significance of the witches' prophecies?
A. They serve as a catalyst for Macbeth's actions and decisions.
B. They symbolize the supernatural forces that shape the characters' destinies.
C. They represent the conflict between fate and free will.
D. They highlight the themes of ambition and power.
Question 7
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the primary theme that drives the tragic events of the play?
A. Love vs. Hate
B. Fate vs. Free Will
C. Social Class vs. Individuality
D. Appearance vs. Reality
Question 8
In the play 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by William Shakespeare, what is the primary function of the character Puck?
A. To serve as a messenger between the lovers
B. To provide comedic relief through his antics
C. To manipulate the lovers and cause chaos
D. To serve as a symbol of good fortune
Question 9
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. The line is a call to action for the United States to accept more immigrants.
B. The line is a reference to the Statue of Liberty and its significance in American history.
C. The line is a metaphor for the struggles of the working class in America.
D. The line is a critique of the American Dream and its unattainability.
Question 10
In the novel 'The Stranger' by Albert Camus, what is the significance of the character of Meursault?
A. Meursault represents the absurdity of human existence.
B. Meursault symbolizes the destructive nature of morality.
C. Meursault is a symbol of the alienation of modern society.
D. Meursault is a minor character with no significant role.
Question 11
In William Shakespeare's Hamlet, what is the significance of the character of Ophelia?
A. Ophelia represents the destructive nature of love.
B. Ophelia symbolizes the fragility of the human psyche.
C. Ophelia is a foil to Hamlet's character.
D. Ophelia is a minor character with no significant role.
Question 12
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 results from the clash of cultures.
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo society.
C. The title is a reference to the biblical book of Ezekiel.
D. The title is a metaphor for the protagonist's personal struggles.
Question 13
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', how does the character of Friar Lawrence contribute to the tragic outcome of the play?
A. Friar Lawrence's plan to marry Juliet to Paris ultimately leads to her death.
B. Friar Lawrence's advice to Romeo to kill Tybalt leads to a chain of events that results in the deaths of both Romeo and Juliet.
C. Friar Lawrence's failure to prevent the marriage between Romeo and Juliet leads to the tragic outcome of the play.
D. Friar Lawrence's role in the play is insignificant and does not contribute to the tragic outcome.
Question 14
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the character of Ophelia?
A. Ophelia is a symbol of the destructive nature of love and relationships.
B. Ophelia is a representation of the societal expectations placed on women during the Renaissance.
C. Ophelia is a foil to the character of Hamlet and represents the opposing views on madness and sanity.
D. Ophelia is a minor character and does not play a significant role in the play.
Question 15
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the character of Prufrock?
A. He represents the modernist movement and its rejection of traditional values.
B. He symbolizes the anxiety and alienation of modern life.
C. He is a representation of the fragmented and disjointed nature of modern consciousness.
D. He is a symbol of the search for meaning and connection in a post-World War I world.

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