Patriotism

by Yukio Mishima

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In "Patriotism" by Mishima, why is Shinji determined to die by ritual suicide?

What is the role of gender and social status in "Patriotism" by Yukio Mishima?

What is the writer telling us about human nature and the world?

In "Patriotism" by Yukio Mishima, what is the purpose of Takeyama committing suicide? How does Bushido play a role in this?

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What kind of marriage is Yukio Mishima portraying in Patriotism?  What is the symbolic meaning of Shinji's and Reiko's marriage?

Was Shinji's suicide beautiful?

What is Mishima's primary motivation in writing this story?

Discuss the "honor/ shame" dynamic in this short story.

What, specifically, is being addressed in this short story?

What are some facts and inferences that would describe Reiko?

What is the characterization, plot, symbolism and theme of the story "Patriotism" by Yukio Mishima?

How identity is constructed and used to convey ideas about gender, class, race and age in Patriotism by Yukio Mishima?