POST UTME UNIBEN 2017 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
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 contribute to the tragic ending
D. It serves as a turning point in the play, marking a shift in the characters' fortunes
Question 2
In Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart, what is the significance of the title?
A. The title symbolizes the collapse of traditional Igbo society.
B. The title represents the fragmentation of the protagonist's psyche.
C. The title is a metaphor for the chaos that ensues after colonialism.
D. The title is a reference to the biblical book of Psalms.
Question 3
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the title in relation to the plot?
A. The title reflects the family's aspirations for a better life.
B. The title symbolizes the family's struggles with racism.
C. The title is a reference to the African American experience.
D. The title is a metaphor for the family's sense of hopelessness.
Question 4
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 Gatsby's love for Daisy.
C. The green light is a metaphor for the corrupting influence of wealth.
D. The green light represents the elusive nature of perfection.
Question 5
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder that pervades the Igbo society
B. It symbolizes the decline of traditional Igbo culture
C. It represents the fragmentation of Okonkwo's psyche
D. It serves as a metaphor for the collapse of colonialism
Question 6
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the green light across the water?
A. It represents the elusive American Dream.
B. It symbolizes the corrupting influence of wealth.
C. It highlights the class divisions in society.
D. It showcases the power of love and relationships.
Question 7
In Langston Hughes' Harlem, what is the significance of the line 'What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun?'?
A. The line represents the speaker's frustration with the lack of opportunities in Harlem.
B. The line symbolizes the idea that dreams can wither away if not fulfilled.
C. The line is a reference to the speaker's own personal struggles with racism.
D. The line is a metaphor for the decay of the American Dream.
Question 8
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the symbolism of the 'huddled masses yearning to breathe free'?
A. It represents the struggle for freedom and democracy.
B. It highlights the importance of immigration and diversity.
C. It showcases the power of hope and resilience.
D. It symbolizes the American Dream.
Question 9
In Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice', what is the significance of the character of Mr. Darcy?
A. He represents the ideal gentleman
B. He symbolizes the dangers of pride and prejudice
C. He is a foil to the protagonist's character
D. He is a comedic relief character
Question 10
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the symbolic significance of Elesin's refusal to die?
A. It represents Elesin's rejection of Western values.
B. It signifies Elesin's loyalty to the king and the Yoruba tradition.
C. It symbolizes Elesin's fear of death and the afterlife.
D. It represents Elesin's desire for power and control.
Question 11
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 downfall of the protagonist, Okonkwo.
C. The title represents the fragmentation of traditional Igbo society.
D. The title is a metaphor for the destruction of the natural world.
Question 12
In the play 'Hamlet', what is the significance of the character of Ophelia?
A. She represents the destructive power of love.
B. She symbolizes the fragility of the human psyche.
C. She signifies the corrupting influence of power.
D. She represents the conflict between reason and emotion.
Question 13
In Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, what is the significance of the balcony scene?
A. The balcony scene represents the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's romance.
B. The balcony scene showcases Juliet's independence and strong will.
C. The balcony scene highlights Romeo's impulsive nature.
D. The balcony scene is a symbol of the societal pressures that lead to the tragic ending.
Question 14
In Wole Soyinka's Death and the King's Horseman, what is the significance of the title?
A. The title represents the struggle between tradition and modernity.
B. The title symbolizes the conflict between the king and the horseman.
C. The title is a metaphor for the cycle of life and death.
D. The title is a reference to the Yoruba myth of the horseman's journey to the afterlife.
Question 15
In William Shakespeare's Macbeth, what is the role of the witches in the plot?
A. The witches serve as foils to Macbeth's ambition.
B. The witches provide a sense of foreboding and tension.
C. The witches are a source of comic relief.
D. The witches are a symbol of the supernatural.

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