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WorksheetsThe Metamorphosis
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 21mins
How does relationship between the Samsa family and Gregor Samsa’s boss contribute to the plot of the story?
They are on good terms; Gregor does not wish to disappoint his family and their friend, so he dedicates himself wholly to the work.
The Samsa family owes money to Gregor’s boss, and thus Gregor works constantly to pay off this debt.
The Samsa family owe serious debt to the bank so they push Gregor’s boss to give him more responsibilities and that he may earn more.
They are on poor terms; Gregor has not been earning enough for his boss, so he works overtime in the hopes of saving his job.
Gregory dislikes his job and his boss, but he cannot change jobs because
he does not have enough job experience
there are no other jobs available
he is saving money so he can get married
his parents owe a lot of money to his boss
In "The Metamorphosis," how does Gregor first react when he discovers that he is an insect?
He is shocked and calls out for help.
He refuses to leave his room or talk to any one.
He is determined to continue with his day and go to work.
He is relieved that he will no longer have to go to work.
Which of the following best describes a central idea of the text so far?
Living like an insect can make you feel like one.
The daily grind in earning a living can eliminate one’s humanity.
We are as we perceive ourselves to be.
Allowing others to take advantage of one’s generosity can lead to tragedy.
On the first illustrated page, Peter Kuper combines an inset image and thought balloon saying “Wh-What’s happened to me?” With a full page picture of Gregory’s room. This helps the reader infer that...
Insects’ bedrooms are very similar to humans’ bedrooms
Gregor is pleased that he has woken up in a comfortable bedroom.
Gregor is upset that he has been transformed into an insect.
The story will be about an insect that wakes up with a headache.
Why does Gregor think, “oh Lord! What an exhausting job I’ve chosen…“ After the eight panels that show him trying to turn on his side?
He is thinking clearly about his predicament and his job.
His futile struggle to get comfortable reminds him of his tiring job
He has slept some more and is now able to think about his work.
His transformation to insect form makes him forget his job.
Images of Gregor at work, combined with the text, explain…
The reasons he dislikes his job.
The things he likes about his job.
What he will miss about his job.
That his job is easy and interesting.
Who is the angry, cigar-smoking man with the plain square speech button?
Gregor
Gregor’s father
Gregor’s boss
Gregor’s customer
What is one conclusion that can be drawn about Gregor’s plan to “get up, get dressed, and most importantly, have a good breakfast”?
His plan is futile, or pointless, because he cannot even get up
Gregor’s plan shows he is thinking clearly
His plan takes into account what has happened to his body
Gregor is making good progress toward carrying out his plan
In the last panel, when his parents and the clerk finally see Gregor, the expressions on their faces can be best described as…
Shocked
Angry
Sad
Pleased
