The Metamorphosis

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Who is the author of The Metamorphosis?

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Franz Kafka

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What insect does Gregor Samsa transform into?

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Cockroach

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How can Gregor's father be characterized?

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Aggressive and direct

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What does Gregor's transformation symbolize?

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Feelings of insignificance in his current situation.

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How can Gregor's mother be characterized?

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Worried and helpless

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What is the main theme of The Metamorphosis?

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Alienation and isolation.

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What is the significance of Gregor's job before his transformation?

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It represents his role as a provider and his sense of duty.

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How does Gregor's family react to his transformation?

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They become increasingly hostile and neglectful.

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What literary genre does The Metamorphosis belong to?

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Surrealism.

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What is the setting of The Metamorphosis?

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A small apartment in an unnamed city.