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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Gregor remember he has to do while thinking over his problems?
(a) Catch a train.
(b) Feed his pet dog.
(c) Pick up his sister.
(d) Do his laundry.

2. What does the Chief Clerk say to Gregor's mother in response to her excuses for Gregor?
(a) Business demands working despite illness.
(b) Gregor has nothing to worry about as he is a valued employee.
(c) Gregor's record is clean, so they are concerned for his absence.
(d) The business is failing and his work is needed.

3. What particular piece of furniture does Gregor feel nostalgia for?
(a) His dresser drawer.
(b) His books.
(c) His bed.
(d) His writing desk.

4. What does Gregor tell his boss he will do right away?
(a) Catch the next train to work.
(b) Make up the lost time that evening.
(c) File his severance papers.
(d) Take a pay cut.

5. What does Gregor do to help himself stand upright, while reassuring his boss?
(a) Spins around on his back.
(b) Rocks to his feet.
(c) Uses his numerous legs.
(d) Clings to the furniture.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gregor's father throw at Gregor so that he will go back into his room?

2. What does Gregor claim to tell the Chief Clerk in order to make amends?

3. What sound does Gregor hear while trying to rock himself out of bed?

4. What does Gregor lack due to his vocation?

5. What is one of the only skills that Grete possesses?

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