Honors Version: The Metamorphosis Chapters 1-2 Review Game

What does 'connotation' refer to?

• Dictionary definition of a word

• Associated or emotional meaning of a word

• Reform or make better

• A change of the form or nature of a thing.

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What is 'symbolism'?

• A character, place, object, or event that represents an abstract idea

• The use of descriptive details in literature

• An artistic movement that developed during the twentieth century

• A change of the form or nature of a thing.

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What has caused Gregor Samsa to be transformed into a bug?

• A scientific experiment

• A curse

• It is not explicitly stated

• A magical potion

Why is it important for Gregor to keep his job?

• He loves his work

• He wants to travel

• He is the sole breadwinner for his family

• He wants to buy a car.

Why does the manager come to Gregor's house?

• To congratulate him

• To fire him

• To check why he didn't come to work

• To offer him a promotion.

How would you describe Gregor’s personality at the beginning of the story?

• Confident with leadership qualities

• Meek and worried about what others think of him

• Outgoing and social

• Carefree and relaxed

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What does 'aversion' mean?

• Liking something

• Deep dislike or hatred

• Being deprived of oxygen

• Comically ugly

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What does 'Kafkaesque' mean?

• A) A type of food

• B) A style of architecture

• C) Nightmarish settings with nonsensical plot points

• D) A musical genre

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What does Gregor do to put his family at ease after his transformation?

• He hides under the couch

• He talks to them

• He leaves the house

• He writes them a letter

Why is Gregor disappointed with the food left at his door?

• It is not fresh

• It is not what he likes now as a bug

• It is too much for his appetite

• It is too little