1. How does the author use descriptive adjectives to set the scene and atmosphere of the story. How does he use these to anthropomorphize the natural landscape?
2. Describe Kojuro's relationship with the bears and nature.
3. Describe Kojuro's relationship with society and other people in the village.
4. Why does Kojuro hunt the bears? How does he feel about his job? What significance does this have for the story and its broader message?
5. Discuss the story's use of subjects, themes, metaphors, and symbolism.
6. What is the significance of the last scene (the bear's funeral for Kojuro)?
