Themes and Transformations in 'The Metamorphosis'

The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka is a seminal 20th-century work exploring themes of alienation and existentialism. The story follows Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman who transforms into a giant insect, intensifying his isolation. The narrative is divided into three parts, detailing Gregor's transformation, his family's financial struggles, and his eventual decline. The family's adaptation and Gregor's alienation highlight the absurdity of his situation. The story concludes with a sense of hope as the family moves forward, symbolized by Grete's own metamorphosis.

Who is the author of 'The Metamorphosis'?

• Franz Kafka

• Fyodor Dostoevsky

• Leo Tolstoy

• George Orwell

What transformation does Gregor Samsa undergo?

• Changes into a fish

• Transforms into a tree

• Turns into a bird

• Becomes a giant insect

What is a central theme in 'The Metamorphosis'?

• Adventure and exploration

• War and peace

• Existential angst and alienation

• Love and romance

How does Gregor's family react to his transformation?

• They are indifferent

• They are supportive

• They are amused

• They are horrified

What does Gregor focus on despite his transformation?

• His family

• His health

• His hobbies

• His career

What food does Gregor find unappealing after his transformation?

• Cheese

• Milk

• Meat

• Bread

How does Gregor's sister help him after his transformation?

• Feeds him and cleans his room

• Ignores him

• Calls a doctor

• Moves out

What does Gregor cling to in his room?

• A lamp

• A chair

• A book

• A portrait

What injury does Gregor sustain from his father?

• A bruised head

• An apple lodged in his back

• A cut on his arm

• A broken leg

What does Gregor's family do to earn money after his transformation?

• Take in lodgers

• Sell their house

• Start a business

• Borrow money