English II Final Exam- REVIEW

In one scene, Kuper illustrates Gregor listening through the wall as his family talks about him. This scene most strongly conveys:

• A. Gregor’s plans to escape the apartment
• B. The family’s growing compassion for Gregor
• C. Gregor’s physical sensitivity to sound
• D. Gregor’s emotional isolation and longing

What is the primary effect of Peter Kuper using stark black-and-white imagery in the adaptation?

• A. It refects the clarity of Gregor's transformation
• B. It adds a humorous tone to the surreal narrative
• C. It emphasizes the bleak and oppressive mood of the story
• D. It highlights the importance of Gregor’s job as a salesman

How does King Midas's perception of wealth change by the end of the story?

• He thinks wealth is necessary for respect.
• He believes wealth is the ultimate power.
• He feels wealth is a burden he must bear.
• He understands that wealth cannot buy happiness.

In the adaptation, the word “vermin” is used to describe Gregor’s new form. Based on the context and imagery, what is the most accurate meaning of “vermin” in this passage?

• A. A playful household pet
• B. A small creature with healing abilities
• C. An unwanted and disgusting animal
• D. A mystical or magical being

What is the purpose of the changing illustrations of Gregor throughout the novel?

• A. It symbolizes Gregor’s guilt over a past crime
• B. It makes the story more appealing to children
• C. It externalizes Gregor’s feelings of worthlessness and rejection
• D. It provides comic relief during intense scenes

How does the passage reflect the themes commonly found in Edgar Allan Poe's works?

• It explores death, darkness, and despair.
• It describes a romantic relationship.
• It discusses scientific discoveries.

Part B. Which of the following quotes best supports the answer to Part A?

• "The external world could take care of itself. In the meantime it was folly to grieve, or to think." (Paragraph 2)
• 'Who dares?' he demanded hoarsely of the courtiers who stood near him — 'who dares insult us with this blasphemous mockery?' (Paragraph 11)
• while the pestilence raged most furiously abroad, that the Prince Prospero entertained his thousand friends at a masked ball (Paragraph 3)
• And Darkness and Decay and the Red Death held illimitable dominion over all. (Paragraph 16)

Part B: Which excerpt from “King Midas” best supports the answer to Part A?

• I rather would be blind than see this world / All affluent in yellow, bought and sold…

• My furry cat is sculpture, my dog dead; / They stare at me with four wild sparkling eyes….

• My God was generous. O much too much!

• 
  Fresh water in my throat turns precious there, / Where every drop becomes a millionaire.

Based on the way Gregor's family reacts to his transformation, what can be inferred about their relationship before the change?

• A. They were emotionally close and supportive
• B. Gregor was the dominant, controlling member
• C. His family relied on him financially but showed little affection
• D. They suspected something strange about him already

What does the masked ball symbolize in the context of the story?

• Denial of reality and impending doom.
• A traditional festival.
• Celebration of life.
• A political gathering.