Analysis & Annotation Worksheet: Kamikaze
English
Grade 7
11 questions
~22 mins
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This worksheet offers an analysis and annotation exercise focused on the poem 'Kamikaze', aiming to develop comprehension, literary analysis skills, and creative engagement for Grade 7 students.
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Analysis & Annotation Worksheet: Kamikaze
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Scene Summary and Context Guide
The poem 'Kamikaze' recounts a Japanese pilot's decision during World War II to refuse a suicide mission, choosing instead to return home. The narrative explores themes of honor, shame, and the conflict between duty and personal morality. The pilot's family and community's reactions highlight societal expectations and the individual's internal struggle. The poem employs vivid imagery and symbolism to depict the pilot's journey and internal conflict. The phrase 'a shaven head' signifies cultural identity and loss, while 'shedding the insignia of war' symbolizes personal rejection of violence. This reflective piece prompts readers to consider the complex emotions surrounding obedience, shame, and identity in wartime, emphasizing the human cost behind acts of national duty.
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Answer the following questions based on the passage and your understanding of 'Kamikaze'.
1.
What is the main decision made by the pilot in the poem?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one example of imagery used in the summary and explain its significance.
[3 marks]3.
Which literary device is evident in the phrase 'a shaven head', and what does it symbolize?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Symbolism
Cc) Irony
Dd) Alliteration
4.
Describe how the theme of honor is portrayed in the summary.
5.
What internal conflict does the pilot experience according to the summary?
[2 marks]6.
Identify one technique used in the summary to convey the pilot’s internal conflict.
Aa) Vivid imagery
Bb) Irony
Cc) Hyperbole
Dd) Alliteration
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How does the summary portray the societal reaction to the pilot’s decision?
[3 marks]8.
Based on the summary, what might be a reason the pilot chooses to return home?
[2 marks]9.
In your opinion, what does the phrase 'shedding the insignia of war' suggest about personal identity?
[3 marks]10.
Reflect on how understanding the background of 'Kamikaze' enhances your analysis of the poem.
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Optional Creative Writing Task: Imagine you are the pilot. Write a short reflective journal entry (about 10 lines) expressing your feelings about your decision to return home. Use vivid language and personal tone.
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