POST UTME RHEMA UNIVERSITY 2020 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, the speaker describes the Statue of Liberty as a symbol of hope and freedom. However, the poem also contains a sense of irony and ambiguity. Analyze the poem's use of imagery and symbolism to explore the tension between hope and despair.
A. The poem's use of imagery creates a sense of hope and optimism, while the symbolism of the Statue of Liberty represents freedom and opportunity.
B. The poem's imagery is ambiguous and open to interpretation, reflecting the complexity of the human experience.
C. The poem's use of irony and symbolism highlights the tension between hope and despair, but ultimately resolves in favor of hope.
D. The poem's imagery and symbolism are overly simplistic and do not effectively convey the complexity of the human experience.
Question 2
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the primary function of the character of Friar Lawrence?
A. To serve as a mediator between the two families
B. To provide comedic relief in the play
C. To serve as a symbol of the conflict between fate and free will
D. To act as a foil to the character of Romeo
Question 3
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. It highlights the protagonist's sense of disillusionment and despair.
B. It symbolizes the monotony and routine of modern life.
C. It represents the fragmentation of the protagonist's identity.
D. It is a commentary on the superficiality of modern society.
Question 4
In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, what is the speaker's attitude towards death?
A. Acceptance and resignation
B. Fear and avoidance
C. Resistance and defiance
D. Indifference and apathy
Question 5
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the yam festival?
A. It represents the unity and strength of the Igbo people
B. It symbolizes the decline of traditional Igbo culture
C. It marks the beginning of the end of Okonkwo's reign as a leader
D. It is a celebration of the harvest season
Question 6
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the central theme?
A. The struggle for individual freedom
B. The importance of cultural heritage
C. The need for social justice
D. The power of the human spirit
Question 7
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's love for Juliet.
B. It showcases Juliet's independence and strong will.
C. It highlights the societal pressures that lead to the tragic ending.
D. It is a pivotal moment in the play where Romeo and Juliet declare their love for each other.
Question 8
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the primary function of the character of Friar Lawrence?
A. To serve as a mediator between the two families
B. To provide comedic relief in the play
C. To act as a confidant to Romeo
D. To serve as a symbol of the conflict between fate and free will
Question 9
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the central conflict?
A. The struggle for individual freedom
B. The conflict between tradition and modernity
C. The need for social justice
D. The power of the human spirit
Question 10
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', how does the character of Friar Lawrence contribute to the tragic outcome?
A. By providing a false sense of security to Romeo and Juliet
B. Through his manipulation of the lovers' emotions
C. By serving as a catalyst for the conflict between the Montagues and Capulets
D. By failing to prevent the tragic events from unfolding
Question 11
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the symbolic meaning of the ghost of King Hamlet?
A. It represents the guilt and conscience of Prince Hamlet
B. It symbolizes the corruption and decay of the royal family
C. It represents the conflict between fate and free will
D. It is a symbol of the supernatural and the unknown
Question 12
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the symbolic meaning of the 'huddled masses yearning to breathe free'?
A. The struggles of the working class
B. The longing for freedom and opportunity
C. The desire for wealth and material possessions
D. The need for social justice and equality
Question 13
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the Valley of Ashes?
A. It represents the moral decay and corruption of society
B. It symbolizes the contrast between wealth and poverty
C. It is a symbol of the American Dream
D. It represents the decline of the old aristocracy
Question 14
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 signifies the speaker's sense of monotony and routine.
B. The line signifies the speaker's love for coffee.
C. The line signifies the speaker's anxiety about the future.
D. The line signifies the speaker's nostalgia for the past.
Question 15
In the play 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' by William Shakespeare, what is the symbolic meaning of the forest?
A. The realm of the subconscious and the irrational
B. The domain of the rational and the logical
C. The place of transformation and growth
D. The source of chaos and disorder

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