Standard: First Read Metamorphosis Chapter 2

"The Metamorphosis" Chapter 2

​Today's Goals:

• Review the difference between a symbol and an allegory.

• Practice vocabulary

• Read and comprehend Chapter 2 of "The Metamorphosis"

Categorize

Options (9)

Flag = patriotism

Rain = a new start

Green = greediness

Wall-e = the danger of an over-reliance on technology

Key = unlocking potential

Star = guidance and hope

The Tortoise and the Hare = the importance of perseverance

The Lion King = the circle of life

Inside Out = The complexity of human emotions

Categorize the following as a symbol or an allegory.

Symbol

Allegory

Distress- Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Asphyxiation—Suffocation; being deprived of oxygen to breathe.

Travail- Painful or laborious effort.

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New Vocabulary

Match

Match the vocabulary word with the image that best represents it.

Distress

Travail

Asphyxiation

• Distress

• Travail

• Asphyxiation

Open Ended

In a sentence or two- what is the most important thing that happened in chapter 1?

Sentence starter: The most important event in ch 1 was...

​Reflect: Why might Gregor no longer like fresh food?

​Reflect: How does Grete feel about her brother at this point in the story?

​Reflect: Why does Gregor think fondly on the days when he brought home large sums of money to his family?

​Reflect: Does Gregor believe his family is capable of making money without him?

​Reflect: Why is Gregor's decision to hide under the blanket meaningful?

​Consider: Why is Gregor hiding from his mother, if he is excited to see her?

​Reflect: What decision is Gregor struggling with? What does that say about his current situation?

​Reflect: This is the first time Grete has spoken to Gregor. What is startling about her words?

​Predict: What do you think Gregor's father will do next?

​Predict: What do you think will happen to Gregor in chapter 3?

Word Cloud

In 1 word, what is the mood of Chapter 2? (How are YOU THE READER feeling?)