POST UTME UNIPORT 2017 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the significance of the character Elesin Oba?
A. He represents the traditional values and customs of the Yoruba people.
B. He symbolizes the conflict between tradition and modernity.
C. He embodies the struggle for power and control.
D. He serves as a foil to the character of Pilkings.
Question 2
In the poem 'The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock' by T.S. Eliot, what is the significance of the character's indecision?
A. The character's indecision reflects his fear of commitment.
B. The character's indecision symbolizes his struggle with identity and belonging.
C. The character's indecision is a reference to his relationship with his mother.
D. The character's indecision is a metaphor for the futility of modern life.
Question 3
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the character Okonkwo?
A. He represents the traditional values and customs of the Igbo people.
B. He symbolizes the conflict between tradition and modernity.
C. He embodies the struggle for power and control.
D. He serves as a foil to the character of Unoka.
Question 4
In William Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the significance of the witches' prophecies?
A. They serve as a catalyst for Macbeth's downfall.
B. They provide a sense of foreboding and tension.
C. They highlight the theme of fate vs. free will.
D. They introduce the character of Lady Macbeth.
Question 5
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title?
A. The title reflects the protagonist's mental state.
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo society.
C. The title is a reference to the protagonist's relationship with his father.
D. The title is a metaphor for the protagonist's journey to self-discovery.
Question 6
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 and Juliet's love affair.
B. It showcases the conflict between the Montagues and Capulets.
C. It highlights the theme of love vs. hate.
D. It introduces the character of Friar Lawrence.
Question 7
In the play 'The Lion and the Jewel' by Wole Soyinka, what is the significance of the character of Sidi?
A. She represents the traditional values of the village.
B. She is a symbol of the changing times and the decline of traditional values.
C. She is a representation of the conflict between the old and the new.
D. She is a character who is struggling to find her place in the changing society.
Question 8
In the novel 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger, what is the significance of the character of Holden Caulfield?
A. He represents the idea of teenage angst and rebellion.
B. He is a symbol of the conflict between childhood innocence and adult reality.
C. He is a character who is struggling to find his place in the world.
D. He is a representation of the power of imagination and creativity.
Question 9
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, where Romeo and Juliet's love becomes more intense.
Question 10
In the play 'The Crucible' by Arthur Miller, what is the significance of the character of John Proctor?
A. He represents the idea of integrity and moral courage.
B. He is a symbol of the conflict between individual freedom and societal pressure.
C. He is a character who is struggling to maintain his reputation and social status.
D. He is a representation of the destructive nature of unchecked ambition.
Question 11
In Wole Soyinka's Death and the King's Horseman, what is the significance of the character of Elesin Oba?
A. Elesin Oba represents the struggle between tradition and modernity.
B. Elesin Oba symbolizes the power of the king and the importance of his role.
C. Elesin Oba is a tragic figure, highlighting the consequences of his actions.
D. Elesin Oba is a minor character with no significant impact on the plot.
Question 12
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. It reflects the chaos and disorder that results from the arrival of Western colonialism.
B. It symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture.
C. It represents the fragmentation of Okonkwo's family.
D. It signifies the end of the Igbo people's way of life.
Question 13
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 and Juliet's love affair.
B. It showcases Juliet's independence and strong will.
C. It highlights the feud between the Montagues and Capulets.
D. It serves as a turning point in the play, leading to the tragic events that unfold.
Question 14
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the character's name 'Walter Lee'?
A. The name reflects the character's aspirations for wealth and success.
B. The name symbolizes the character's struggle with identity and belonging.
C. The name is a reference to the character's relationship with his father.
D. The name is a metaphor for the character's journey to self-discovery.
Question 15
In Toni Morrison's 'Beloved', what is the significance of the character Sethe?
A. She represents the struggle for survival and freedom.
B. She symbolizes the trauma and pain of slavery.
C. She embodies the complexities of motherhood and identity.
D. She serves as a foil to the character of Paul D.

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