The Metamorphosis Part 1
Authored by Victoria Fields
English
9th - 12th Grade
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This quiz thoroughly examines Part 1 of Franz Kafka's "The Metamorphosis," making it appropriate for grades 9-12 students studying this foundational work of modernist literature. The questions assess students' comprehension of key plot events, character motivations, and symbolic elements from the opening section of the novella. Students need to understand the surreal premise of Gregor Samsa's transformation into an insect, analyze his psychological responses to this change, and track the reactions of his family members and workplace supervisor. The quiz requires students to distinguish between literal details (such as Gregor's physical description as beetle-like and his injury from the door) and deeper thematic elements (such as his sense of financial responsibility for his family and the unexplained nature of his transformation). Students must demonstrate close reading skills to identify specific textual evidence about character actions, dialogue, and physical descriptions while also grasping the absurdist tone that defines Kafka's writing style. Created by Victoria Fields, an English teacher in the US who teaches grades 9-12. This quiz serves as an effective formative assessment tool to gauge student comprehension after reading the first part of this challenging literary work. Teachers can use this quiz as a homework assignment to ensure students have completed and understood the assigned reading, or as a warm-up activity to begin class discussion about the text's major themes and literary techniques. The quiz also works well as a review tool before moving to subsequent parts of the novella, helping students solidify their understanding of the exposition and initial character development. This assessment aligns with Common Core standards RL.9-10.1 and RL.11-12.1 for citing textual evidence, RL.9-10.3 and RL.11-12.3 for analyzing character development, and RL.9-10.4 and RL.11-12.4 for determining meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, particularly in understanding Kafka's unique literary style and symbolism.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
In “The Metamorphosis,” how does Gregor first react when he discovers that he has become an insect?
He is shocked and terrified and calls on his family for help.
He rushes out of his room to seek help.
He determines to continue with his normal work and family relationships.
He is relieved that he will no longer have to work as a traveling salesman.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Why do Gregor’s family members knock on his door as it nears seven o’clock?
It's time for breakfast
He has a phone call
It's time for him to go to work and they don't want him to be late
They hear strange noises and come to check on him
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the best description of Gregor's transformation into a bug?
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
When Gregor wakes up as an insect, why can’t he fall back asleep like he wants?
He is stuck on his back
He no longer has eyelids and can't close his eyes
He has a stomach ache
His family is making too much noise
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CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
In “The Metamorphosis,” what is the most important reason in Gregor’s mind for holding on to his job?
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.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
How does Gregor cut his mouth?
He is attacked
He cut his mouth while unlocking the bedroom door
He falls out of bed
He was trying to escape out the window and was cut on broken glass
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CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
How is Gregor severely injured at the end of the chapter?
He gets stuck in the door and his father forces him through.
His boss attacks him.
His mother sprays him with bug spray and he falls off the ceiling.
He falls down the stairs.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
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