POST UTME FUTO 2020 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the character Gatsby's green light across the water?
A. It represents the elusive American Dream.
B. It symbolizes Gatsby's love for Daisy.
C. It highlights the corrupting influence of wealth.
D. It is a commentary on the superficiality of the wealthy elite.
Question 2
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder in the Igbo society.
B. It symbolizes the breakdown of traditional values.
C. It represents the fragmentation of the Igbo culture.
D. It signifies the collapse of the colonial system.
Question 3
In the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, the character Atticus Finch is described as a 'man of great integrity and compassion.' What does this description suggest about Atticus's character?
A. Atticus is a cruel and heartless person.
B. Atticus is a man of great integrity and compassion.
C. Atticus is a weak and timid person.
D. Atticus is a dishonest and deceitful person.
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 American Dream that Gatsby has been chasing.
B. It symbolizes the wealth and status that Gatsby has achieved.
C. It signifies the elusiveness of the American Dream.
D. It represents the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism.
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 highlights the struggles of immigrants in the United States.
B. It emphasizes the importance of freedom and opportunity.
C. It showcases the poet's own experiences as an immigrant.
D. It is a call to action for the American people to welcome immigrants.
Question 6
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the character Okonkwo's anger and aggression?
A. A reflection of his cultural background
B. A manifestation of his inner turmoil
C. A symbol of his masculinity
D. A representation of his societal pressures
Question 7
In J.M. Coetzee's Disgrace, what is the significance of the character David Lurie's relationship with his daughter Lucy?
A. It represents the breakdown of the father-daughter relationship in modern society.
B. It symbolizes the struggle for power and control in the family.
C. It is a representation of the complexities of human relationships and the blurred lines between love and lust.
D. It is a commentary on the societal expectations placed on women and the consequences of their choices.
Question 8
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the character Okonkwo's struggles with his own identity?
A. It highlights the challenges faced by men in traditional Igbo society.
B. It showcases the impact of colonialism on traditional African cultures.
C. It emphasizes the importance of family and community in Igbo society.
D. It is a commentary on the dangers of patriarchal societies.
Question 9
In F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby', what is the significance of the green light across the water?
A. It symbolizes the American Dream.
B. It represents the elusive nature of wealth.
C. It serves as a reminder of Gatsby's past.
D. It foreshadows the tragic ending of the novel.
Question 10
In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, what is the speaker's attitude towards death?
A. Resignation and acceptance
B. Fear and avoidance
C. Resistance and defiance
D. Curiosity and wonder
Question 11
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. Hope for a better life
C. The struggle for independence
D. The longing for a new home
Question 12
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 power of the king and the importance of tradition.
C. He is a representation of the clash between Western and African cultures.
D. He is a symbol of the inevitability of death and the cycle of life.
Question 13
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the speaker's attitude towards love?
A. Romantic and optimistic
B. Cynical and pessimistic
C. Anxious and indecisive
D. Detached and observational
Question 14
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 is significant because it represents the American Dream.
B. The green light is significant because it symbolizes Gatsby's love for Daisy.
C. The green light is significant because it is a symbol of hope and longing.
D. The green light is significant because it is a representation of the corrupting influence of wealth.
Question 15
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the symbolic significance of the yam that Okonkwo cultivates?
A. It represents Okonkwo's masculinity and virility.
B. It symbolizes Okonkwo's connection to his ancestral heritage.
C. It signifies Okonkwo's struggle with the changing times.
D. It represents Okonkwo's desire for wealth and status.

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