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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What kind of role does Gregor take over in the family in the third part of the book?
2. What does Gregor hope Grete could possibly do to help his situation?
3. How does Gregor's family react to Gregor's death?
4. What was one thing Gregor's father did before the transformation that was attributed to his laziness?
5. What is one of his former human habits that Gregor loses post-transformation?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does Gregor die and why?
2. What do Gregor's interactions with his father throughout The Metamorphosis illuminate for the reader?
3. What does Gregor lose about himself in the second part of the story?
4. What happens each time Gregor emerges from his room with only the best intentions?
5. What could the interchange of roles between Grete and Gregor's father be Kafka's social commentary for?
6. Who ironically turns on Gregor in the third part of The Metamorphosis and why?
7. What is the main aspect of the plot that is developed as the narrative progresses?
8. As the third part of The Metamorphosis opens, what creates a sense of tragedy and despair?
9. How is The Metamorphosis structurally divided?
10. What is Gregor's transformation a possible symbol for?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Gregor makes an eloquent speech about the hardships of a traveling salesman when the Chief Clerk visits his home. To what extent has Gregor's job disabled him from having a fulfilling life? Think in terms of Gregor's family, friends, and relationships with people. Use examples from the novel to support your ideas.
Essay Topic 2
The first thing Gregor thinks about after realizing his transformation is his job and the fact that he has missed the train. Why is this shocking to the reader? What kind of comment does this make on Gregor's life? Use examples from the book to support your answer.
Essay Topic 3
Is Gregor's death voluntary or a result of the ill treatment he suffered from his family? Support either side with specific examples from the book.
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