Kamikaze Authors Intentions Flashcards
(22 cards)
What literary devices does Garland use to explore inner conflict in ‘Kamikaze’?
Natural imagery, symbolism, contrasting tones
Specifically, peaceful nature vs harsh consequences
What is one of Garland’s authorial intentions in ‘Kamikaze’?
To explore the personal cost of patriotism
Challenging the glorification of sacrifice in war
How does Garland depict the psychological cost of going against cultural expectation?
Through the pilot’s story and the emotional consequences of choosing life over duty
What theme does Garland highlight through vivid natural imagery?
The power of nature and memory
What societal issue does Garland critique in ‘Kamikaze’?
Cultural and familial shame
Fill in the blank: Garland presents the pilot’s story neutrally to encourage _______ and understanding.
empathy
What does the final line of ‘Kamikaze’ reflect?
The pilot’s long-term regret and isolation
What moral conflict does Garland explore through the pilot’s decision?
The psychological conflict between duty and humanity
What long-term effects of war does Garland reveal in her poem?
Isolation from society and family due to a single moral decision
True or False: Garland believes that choosing peace is dishonourable.
False
How does Garland view cultural ideologies of honour and sacrifice?
As tools of control that value obedience over compassion
What does Garland contrast with the expectations of war?
The enduring beauty of the natural world
Fill in the blank: In ‘Kamikaze’, nature serves as a form of moral _______.
clarity
What narrative technique does Garland use to introduce ambiguity in ‘Kamikaze’?
The daughter’s voice
What does Garland aim to challenge in her readers through ‘Kamikaze’?
Judgements about courage and weakness
What kind of tone does Garland maintain throughout the poem?
Calm and subdued
What does the phrase ‘green-blue translucent sea’ signify in the poem?
A moment of realization about life’s value
What is the significance of the pilot’s connection to nature in ‘Kamikaze’?
It helps him reconnect with his past, identity, and human instincts
Fill in the blank: Garland’s ultimate intention is to evoke _______ in her readers.
empathy
What does Garland suggest about nature compared to war?
Nature is more authentic and life-affirming than war-driven death
What emotional effect does the pilot’s choice have on his family?
Generational emotional trauma
What does the pilot’s story ultimately question about societal values?
How society defines honour
