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    Who is the speaker in the poem Kamikaze?

    • The pilot's daughter
    • The pilot's brother
    • The pilot's uncle
    • The pilot's son
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Do you love to read poems? Are you ready to take these Kamikaze poem quiz questions and answers? The quiz here is based on the poem Kamikaze. "Kamikaze" was a poem that contemporary British poet Beatrice Garland wrote, and this poem was published in The Invention of Fireworks (2013). The poem's title refers to Japanese pilots who were there during World War II and were tasked with flying a suicide mission. Let's see how much you know about this poem.

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  • 2. 

    The pilot is unlike many of his comrades:

    • He aborts his mission and returns home.

    • He aborts his mission but fails to return home.

    • He finishes his mission and gets back home alive.

    • He takes a sword with him for his mission.

    Correct Answer
    A. He aborts his mission and returns home.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "He aborts his mission and returns home." This answer is different from the other options because it states that the pilot chooses to abort his mission and go back home. The other options either mention that he fails to return home or that he completes his mission and returns home. Additionally, the last option about taking a sword is unrelated to the pilot's actions regarding his mission and returning home.

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  • 3. 

    The final short sentence might be a comment on the destructiveness of patriotism. The pilot's family is shame that they treat him as if he is dead, and he might have wished that he had completed his mission- either way, his story is a kind of death.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that the final short sentence in the story implies a comment on the destructiveness of patriotism. It states that the pilot's family treats him as if he is dead, which could indicate that he might have wished to complete his mission, leading to his demise. This interpretation suggests that the story portrays patriotism as a destructive force that can lead to the sacrifice of one's life. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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  • 4. 

    Colors and/or descriptive adjectives are used to refer to all of the sea creatures mentioned in lines 26-30. The cumulative effect of this list highlights the beauty of nature and the significance of these animals to the pilot.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The explanation for the given answer is that in lines 26-30, the passage uses colors and descriptive adjectives to refer to sea creatures. This cumulative effect creates a vivid image of the animals, highlighting their beauty and emphasizing their significance to the pilot. Therefore, the statement that colors and/or descriptive adjectives are used to refer to all of the sea creatures mentioned in lines 26-30 is true.

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  • 5. 

    Which is not a feeling or attitude that is expressed in the poem?

    • Patriotism

    • Shame

    • Regret

    • Joy

    Correct Answer
    A. Joy
    Explanation
    The poem does not express joy as a feeling or attitude. The other options - patriotism, shame, and regret - are all emotions that could potentially be expressed in a poem. However, joy is not mentioned or implied in the poem, suggesting that it is not a feeling or attitude that is expressed.

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  • 6. 

    The word 'kamikaze' literally translates as 

    • Divine wind

    • Little wicked

    • Brave soldier

    • Dark prince

    Correct Answer
    A. Divine wind
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "divine wind". The term "kamikaze" originated from the Japanese words "kami" meaning "divine" and "kaze" meaning "wind". It refers to the strong typhoons that protected Japan from Mongol invasions in the 13th century. The name was later used to describe the suicide attacks carried out by Japanese pilots during World War II, who were seen as sacrificing themselves for their country, just like the divine wind protected Japan.

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  • 7. 

    The poem Kamikaze by Beatrice Garland is 

    • A narrative poem

    • An ode

    • A sonnet

    • A dramatic monologue

    Correct Answer
    A. A narrative poem
    Explanation
    The poem "Kamikaze" by Beatrice Garland is a narrative poem because it tells a story. It recounts the experience of a kamikaze pilot during World War II and explores themes of honor, sacrifice, and the complexities of war. The poem follows a clear narrative structure, with a beginning, middle, and end, and uses descriptive language and vivid imagery to convey the pilot's journey and internal conflict. The use of narrative elements such as plot, character, and setting further support the classification of this poem as a narrative.

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  • 8. 

    What is the ritual (ancient Samurai) to commit suicide called that is done if you dishonored yourself or your country?

    • Seppuku

    • Kamikaze

    • Ninja

    • Divine wind

    Correct Answer
    A. Seppuku
    Explanation
    Seppuku is the correct answer for the ritual of committing suicide that was practiced by ancient Samurai to regain their honor or redeem themselves after dishonoring themselves or their country. Seppuku, also known as harakiri, involved the act of self-disembowelment, where the person would use a short sword to cut open their abdomen. It was considered a highly ritualistic and honorable way to take responsibility for one's actions and restore honor to oneself or one's family.

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  • 9. 

    Select the true one.

    • National Identity has a powerful influence on people.

    • National identity often becomes more important in times of war.

    • To many Japanese people, it was a great honor to be a kamikaze and die for their country.

    • The "incantations" that fill the pilot's head may refer to the patriotic propaganda used by the government to promote national identity.

    • The pilot's decision to turn around was unpatriotic - he failed in his duty to his country.

    • The end of the poem explores the tension between family identity and national identity.

    • All of the above

    • All except A

    • All except C

    • All except E

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "All of the above." This means that all of the statements mentioned in the options are true. National identity does have a powerful influence on people, especially during times of war when it becomes even more important. In the case of the kamikaze pilots, many Japanese people considered it a great honor to sacrifice their lives for their country. The "incantations" in the pilot's head may refer to the patriotic propaganda used by the government to promote national identity. The end of the poem explores the tension between family identity and national identity. Therefore, all of these statements are true.

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  • 10. 

    Which line suggests the randomness of war?

    • 'strung out like bunting on a green-blue translucent sea' ( l. 11)

    • To be silent, to live as though/he had never returned (l.38-39)

    • Like a huge flag waved first one way/then another in a figure of eight

    • The turbulent inrush of breakers (l. 22)

    Correct Answer
    A. Like a huge flag waved first one way/then another in a figure of eight
    Explanation
    The line "like a huge flag waved first one way/then another in a figure of eight" suggests the randomness of war because it portrays the unpredictable and erratic nature of conflict. The image of a flag being waved in different directions in a figure of eight implies that war can change direction suddenly and without warning, much like the movements of a flag in the wind. This line highlights the chaotic and unpredictable nature of war, emphasizing its lack of order or control.

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