Why does Soseki seek Sensei's friendship?

Compare and contrast Sensei and Soseki's fathers. How are they similar? How are they different? Explain.

Compare and contrast Shizu (Ojosan) and Soseki's mothers. How are they similar? How are they different? Explain.

Discuss the differences between Sensei's and K's perspectives on life.

Soseki finds himself comparing his father and Sensei whenever he is in his father's presence. Does Soseki view his father with the same open mind in which he views Sensei? Explain.

Why does Sensei's perception of women change while he lives in Okusan's home? How do his perceptions change?

Why does Sensei evade divulging his feeling for Ojosan to her mother?

How is Sensei opinion of himself in comparison to K?

How does Ojosan appear to feel about Sensei before K arrives? How do her feelings change once she gets to know K?

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