Modernism & Sci-fi

What physical transformation does Gregor Samsa undergo in "Metamorphosis"?

• He turns into a giant cockroach

• He becomes invisible

• He shrinks to a tiny insect

• He grows wings and antennae

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What is the primary theme explored in "Metamorphosis"?

• Love and romance

• Alienation and isolation

• Adventure and exploration

• Revenge and betrayal

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Which literary device is often associated with Franz Kafka's writing style in "Metamorphosis"?

• Stream of consciousness

• Alliteration

• Rhyme scheme

• Sonnet

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Modernist literature?

• Fragmented narratives

• Optimistic outlook on life

• Exploration of the inner psyche

• Disillusionment with society

In "Metamorphosis," Gregor's job as a traveling salesman is symbolic of:

• His desire for adventure

• His desire for financial stability

• His alienation from society

• His close-knit family life

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Which famous literary movement is closely associated with the time period when "Metamorphosis" was written?

• Romanticism

• Realism

• Science fiction

• Existentialism

Analyze the role of Gregor's family in his transformation and subsequent isolation. How do they contribute to his sense of alienation in the story?

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Compare and contrast the writing style of Franz Kafka in "Metamorphosis" with other Modernist authors like James Joyce or Virginia Woolf. What unique elements do each of them bring to the movement?

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What connections can you establish between our previous topic, Science Fiction, and our new one, Modernism? Think about thematical similarities and parallelisms between characters or situations (Hint: remember The Matrix, 2001: A Space Odyssey, and Do Robots Dream of Electric Sheep?).

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Draw a meme involving Gregor (in cockroach form) and yourself (Hint: you can write "Me when...")