Metamorphosis

In "The Metamorphosis," how does Gregor first react when he discovers that he is an insect?

• He is shocked and calls out for help.
• He refuses to leave his room or talk to any one.
• He is determined to continue with his day and go to work.
• He is relieved that he will no longer have to go to work.

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What is the most important reason for Gregor to hold onto his job as a traveling salesman?

• He enjoys his job and is like and respected at work.
• He wants to prove that he can become a  human again.
• He believes that he is only imagining that he is an insect.
• He feels responsible for the financial support of his family.

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Franz Kafka, the author of this work, has been described as

• the quintessential outsider.
• a loving family man
• a dutiful and loving son
• a happy, sociable man who wrote somber, obscure tales.