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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's father do after Gregor's big speech?
(a) Searches for his tools.
(b) Goes back to bed.
(c) Breaks the door open.
(d) Sends for the locksmith.

2. What does Gregor's father shoo him back into his bedroom with?
(a) The Chief Clerk's briefcase.
(b) His shoe.
(c) A broom and a pan.
(d) A newspaper and a broom.

3. Why is Gregor thankful that his door has a lock on it?
(a) So that he can choose who may enter.
(b) He is unsure how to present his new body.
(c) So that no one can disturb him.
(d) He has many valuables in his room.

4. What does Gregor's family eventually do to Gregor as their financial situation worsens?
(a) Make him go outside.
(b) Make him do chores.
(c) Neglect him.
(d) Beat him.

5. When does Gregor's mother finally visit him in his room?
(a) When Grete says she will no longer clean his room.
(b) When Grete moves out Gregor's furniture.
(c) After Gregor's father steps out to run errands.
(d) After Grete disguises Gregor's body.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Gregor calmed down by the reactions of everyone on the other side of the door?

2. What do the Lodgers threaten to do to the Samsas when they see Gregor for the first time?

3. What irritates Gregor and makes him anxious as he is being shooed back into his room?

4. What does Gregor note when he falls from his upright position onto his six legs?

5. What does Gregor do to try and lull himself to sleep?

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