POST UTME UNILORIN 2019 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
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 reference to the Statue of Liberty.
B. The line is a symbol of the American Dream.
C. The line is a metaphor for the struggles of immigrants.
D. The line is a reference to the poem's theme of freedom.
Question 2
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the symbolic significance of Elesin Oba's refusal to die?
A. It represents the struggle between tradition and modernity.
B. It highlights the importance of cultural heritage.
C. It showcases the protagonist's bravery.
D. It is a commentary on the societal pressures that contribute to the tragic ending.
Question 3
In Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart, what is the significance of the title?
A. The title reflects the chaos and disorder that pervades the novel.
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo society.
C. The title is a reference to the biblical book of Psalms.
D. The title is a metaphor for the protagonist's mental state.
Question 4
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the title 'A Raisin in the Sun'?
A. The title represents the American Dream.
B. The title symbolizes the struggle for racial equality.
C. The title is a metaphor for the family's financial struggles.
D. The title has no significance in the play.
Question 5
In the play 'Romeo and Juliet' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the feud between the Montagues and the Capulets?
A. The feud is a result of a long-standing grudge between the two families.
B. The feud is a symbol of the societal pressures that lead to conflict.
C. The feud is a result of a misunderstanding between the two families.
D. The feud is a metaphor for the destructive nature of hate.
Question 6
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 struggles faced by the African American community.
C. The title is a reference to the poem by Langston Hughes.
D. The title represents the family's desire for independence.
Question 7
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the character of Okonkwo?
A. He represents the struggle for cultural identity.
B. He symbolizes the conflict between tradition and modernity.
C. He is a symbol of masculinity and strength.
D. He represents the decline of traditional values.
Question 8
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 reflects the speaker's sense of monotony and routine.
B. The line is a metaphor for the speaker's feelings of emptiness 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 inner turmoil.
Question 9
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the significance of the phrase 'Give me your tired, your poor, / Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free'?
A. It symbolizes the American Dream.
B. It represents the struggle for freedom.
C. It highlights the importance of immigration.
D. It emphasizes the need for social justice.
Question 10
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the significance of the character of Friar Lawrence?
A. He is a symbol of hope and redemption.
B. He represents the conflict between fate and free will.
C. He is a catalyst for the tragic events.
D. He is a voice of reason and wisdom.
Question 11
In Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart, what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. The title reflects the chaos and disorder that pervades the Igbo society.
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture.
C. The title is a reference to the biblical book of Ezekiel.
D. The title is a metaphor for the protagonist's mental state.
Question 12
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the significance of the character Hamlet's soliloquy 'To be or not to be'?
A. The soliloquy represents the struggle for individual freedom.
B. The soliloquy symbolizes the conflict between personal and public morality.
C. The soliloquy is a metaphor for the human condition.
D. The soliloquy has no significance in the play.
Question 13
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title?
A. The title reflects the chaos and disorder that occurs in the novel.
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture.
C. The title is a reference to the British colonial influence on Nigeria.
D. The title is a metaphor for the protagonist's personal struggles.
Question 14
In Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the significance of the witches' prophecies in Act 1, Scene 1?
A. They mark the beginning of Macbeth's descent into madness.
B. They highlight the supernatural elements in the play.
C. They showcase the witches' powers.
D. They are a commentary on the societal pressures that contribute to the tragic ending.
Question 15
In the poem 'The Road Not Taken' by Robert Frost, what is the significance of the speaker's choice?
A. The speaker's choice represents the importance of individuality.
B. The speaker's choice symbolizes the consequences of one's decisions.
C. The speaker's choice is a reflection of the speaker's inner struggles.
D. The speaker's choice is a metaphor for the journey of life.

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