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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Gregor eventually die?
(a) Someone steps on him.
(b) Voluntarily.
(c) The Charwoman kills him.
(d) Grete poisons him.

2. What does Gregor make an eloquent speech about that no one is able to understand?
(a) His childhood memories.
(b) The brief life of a beetle.
(c) His past girlfriend.
(d) Being a traveling salesman.

3. What do The Lodgers symbolize when they move into the family's home?
(a) Social disintegration.
(b) Doom.
(c) Hope.
(d) Economic disparity.

4. What is pictured in the photo that hangs on Gregor's wall?
(a) His sister.
(b) A distant cousin.
(c) His grandmother.
(d) A young girl.

5. How does Gregor feel in regards to his family, following his transformation?
(a) Optimistic.
(b) Anxious.
(c) Fearful.
(d) Pessimistic.

Short Answer Questions

1. What question does Kafka pose with the scene of Grete playing her violin and The Lodgers' reaction?

2. What does Gregor lose interest in once he becomes a beetle?

3. What is characteristic of Gregor, even while the whole confusing situation is happening?

4. What does Gregor recall following his transformation?

5. What prevents Gregor from really communicating with his family members?

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