The Metamorphosis Final Test

In The Metamorphosis, Gregor Samsa wakes to find he has transformed into a horrible vermin. What is this vermin?

• disease
• snake
• cockroach
• ghost

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

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CCSS.RL.7.4

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A major theme in The Metamorphosis is social pressure and isolation. Which of the following items below support this theme?

• Gregor feels trapped in his job

• Overwhelming debt of his parents

• Lack of human interaction

• All of the above

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following details most contributes to Gregor's self-sacrificing nature?

• Gregor is still supported by his parents.

• Gregor works to support his parents.

• Gregor is employed as a traveling salesman.

• Gregor is a relatively private person.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Jobs traditionally are positive things, so what is the problem with Gregor's job?

• His travel is not for pleasure

• He is unable to enjoy the little things, like breakfast

• He feels compelled to work

• All of the above

Which of the following best symbolizes an explanation for Gregor's transformation?

• He is a nuisance to those around him.

• He is hurting physically.

• He feels insignificant in his current situation.

• He has been mentally unstable for a long time.

Gregor's mother can BEST be characterized as

• Cruel and insensitive

• Direct and honest

• Worried and helpless

• Sweet and strong

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Gregor's sister can BEST be characterized as

• Affectionate and concerned

• Indifferent and ignorant

• Vicious and irate

• Proud and haughty

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Gregor's father can BEST be characterized as

• Considerate and caring

• Aggressive and direct

• Strange and mysterious

• Troubled and defensive

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What are the prevalent themes in The Metamorphosis?

• The struggle between mind and body, guilt, and isolation
• Coming of age and individual self-discovery
• Good vs. evil and the power of acceptance
• Fear of shame and mystery in the outside world

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Who wrote The Metamorphosis?

• R.L. Stein
• Ernest Hemingway
• Franz Kafka
• Gregor Samsa

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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