Kamikaze Flashcards
What is the main theme of the poem ‘Kamikaze’?
The main theme is the conflict between duty and personal choice.
True or False: ‘Kamikaze’ explores the idea of masculinity and heroism.
True
Fill in the blank: The central character in ‘Kamikaze’ is a ____ pilot.
Japanese
What literary device is prominent in the structure of ‘Kamikaze’?
Imagery
How does the poem depict the relationship between the pilot and his family?
It shows a sense of estrangement and loss.
What does the term ‘kamikaze’ literally mean?
Divine wind
Which historical context does ‘Kamikaze’ reference?
World War II
What is the significance of nature imagery in ‘Kamikaze’?
It contrasts the violence of war with the beauty of the natural world.
What is a key quote that highlights the pilot’s internal conflict?
‘He saw the sun shining.’
True or False: The poem ends with the pilot returning to his family.
True
How many stanzas are in the poem ‘Kamikaze’?
Five
What does the pilot ultimately choose over his mission?
Life and family
Identify a technique used by the poet to convey the pilot’s memories.
Flashback
What is the tone of ‘Kamikaze’?
Reflective and somber
Which word describes the societal expectations placed on the pilot?
Honor
What does the phrase ‘he was no longer a soldier’ imply?
It signifies his rejection of his military identity.
What is the effect of enjambment in ‘Kamikaze’?
It creates a sense of continuity and flow in the narrative.
How does the poet use dialogue in ‘Kamikaze’?
To reveal the reactions of the pilot’s family.
What does the repeated imagery of the sea symbolize?
Freedom and escape.
What is the impact of the poem’s structure on its meaning?
It mirrors the pilot’s journey from duty to choice.
True or False: The pilot’s decision is celebrated in the poem.
False
What does the final stanza suggest about the pilot’s fate?
He lives but is alienated from his community.
What role does memory play in ‘Kamikaze’?
It serves to highlight the pilot’s internal struggle.
What is one way ‘Kamikaze’ can be compared to another war poem?
Both explore the impact of war on individual identity.
