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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Summary.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the reader discover about Gregor's father's past?
(a) His business failed several years ago.
(b) He is not the father of Grete and Gregor.
(c) He suffered from a debilitating accident.
(d) He used to have another family.

2. As she cleans his room, what does Grete note that Gregor still enjoys about his room?
(a) His suitcase of cloth samples.
(b) His books.
(c) His chair by the window.
(d) His bed.

3. What does Gregor note when he falls from his upright position onto his six legs?
(a) He has broken his legs.
(b) The discomfort is gone.
(c) The Chief Clerk is trying to stomp on him.
(d) He cannot see the faces of his loved ones.

4. Where does Gregor absentmindedly attempt to go with Grete after his mother faints?
(a) To find their father.
(b) To the grocery store.
(c) To fetch medicine.
(d) To the police station.

5. What does Gregor's mother do in order to make extra money for the family?
(a) Sews underwear.
(b) Cleans hotels.
(c) Cooks for affluent families.
(d) Babysits for the neighbors.

Short Answer Questions

1. After taking a job as a bank messenger, what does Gregor's father take pride in?

2. Why does Gregor think he should not be fired?

3. Who declares, after the Lodgers' threats, that they cannot go on living like this with Gregor?

4. What does Gregor imagine that helps him find the strength to turn the key and unlock the door?

5. What does Gregor make an eloquent speech about that no one is able to understand?

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