The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka (P1-20)

In the story how does Gregor react when he discovers that he has changed into an insect?

• He is shocked, he is terrified and he calls on his family for help.

• He refuses to leave his room or talk to anyone about his problem.

• He determines to continue with his normal work and family relationships.

• He is relieved that he will no longer have to work as a travelling salesman.

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In "The Metamorphosis" what is the most important reason in Gregor's mind for holding onto his job as a travelling saleman?

• He enjoys his job and is well liked and respected at work.

• He feels responsible for the financial support of his family.

• He believes that he is just imagining that he is an insect.

• He wants to prove that he can become a human being again.

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In the opening scene of "The Metamorphosis" what do Gregor's thoughts and long speeches reveal most clearly about his personality?

• He is self-reliant and hates if someone tries to tell him what to do.

• He is careful and methodical about everything he does.

• He is indecisive and tends to overthink his actions.

• He is proud of his job and very successful at it.

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Which objects are mentioned in the Gregor's room, above the table, in the beginning of the story?

• a collection of samples of trade goods with price tags.

• an unpacked collection of fabrics

• a collection of boxes for trade

• a collection of sample cloth goods

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In "The Metamorphosis" in the following sentences what does the armor hard back suggest? "He lay on his armor-hard back and saw, as he lifted his head up a little,..."

• His skeleton or outer covering a hard shell.

• He has a metalic armor around him.

• His back is hard because of the armor.

• He likes to wear hard metallic armor.

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What does the picture of a woman with fur hat and fur boa in Gregor's room suggest about Gregor?

• It depicts his inclination towards opposite gender.

• It depicts his dream of becoming rich.

• This is the picture of someone he loves.

• The picture is from his workplace.

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In "The Metamorphosis" why does Gregor think only about his job while he knows he has turned into an insect which is highly unusual situation?

• He is concerned about his parents debt more than anything else.

• He is concerned about becoming a rich person only.

• He is concerned about the job because this is his dream job.

• His job is demanding and he likes to be challenged.

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Fill in the gap with correct choice.

When Gregor thinks about his demanding job he thinks about _________________ in particular.

• train junctions, irregular food, changing and demanding relationships

• train connection, food intervals, demanding relationships

• train connections, bad food, changing relationships

• none of the above

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What was the time on the clock when Gregor first looked at the clock in the story?

• six o' clock

• half past six

• quarter to six

• quarter past six

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In "The Metamorphosis" who is the boss's minnion?

• the senior clerk

• the secretary

• the manager

• the firm's errand boy

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