WorksheetsFranz Kafka Reading Comprehension Quiz
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 22mins
What is the main character, Gregor Samsa, transformed into in "The Metamorphosis"?
A giant insect
A small bird
A cute kitten
A 1920 Rolls Royce Phantom Limousine
What profession does Gregor have in the text?
Teacher
Traveling salesman
Doctor
Artist
What is Gregor's reaction to the weather as he looks out the window?
He feels cheerful and hopeful.
He is indifferent to it.
He finds it dull and depressing.
He is excited by it.
What does Gregor consider telling his boss if he could?
That he enjoys his job.
That he wants a raise.
That he wants to quit.
That he needs a vacation.
According to the text, what is a 'muff'?
A type of hat
A long, thin piece of clothing worn around the neck
A short, soft tube into which people put their hands for warmth
A type of shoe
What does Gregor feel critical about regarding other traveling salesmen?
They have a stressful life.
They enjoy luxurious lifestyles.
They struggle with sales.
They often get promoted quickly.
What time was Gregor's train scheduled to leave?
4:00
5:00
6:00
7:00
Why does Gregor need to speak up close to his boss?
Because his boss is hard of hearing
Because his boss prefers it
Because his office is noisy
Because it is a power play by his boss.
What is Gregor's main reason for needing to get up early and catch the train?
To meet a friend
To pay off his parents' debt
To go on a vacation
To attend a meeting
Why did Gregor not want to make any insurance claims according to the doctor?
Because he was not actually sick.
Because the doctor thought no one was ever ill but many were workshy.
Because his parents advised against it.
Because he felt it was unnecessary as he was getting better.
What did the protagonist find most difficult after his transformation in "The Metamorphosis"?
Speaking loudly and clearly.
Throwing off the bed covers.
Eating and drinking.
Controlling his new body.
Why did Gregor decide to stay in bed longer than he initially intended?
He was enjoying the comfort of his bed.
He was waiting for someone to come and help him.
He was contemplating the best method to get out without injury.
He was waiting for the fog to clear so he could see the clock.
What was the reaction of the chief clerk upon hearing Gregor's situation?
He was immediately suspicious and untrusting.
He showed compassion and understanding.
He ignored Gregor and spoke to the maid instead.
He was indifferent and did not make any decision.
Why did Gregor's sister begin to cry in Franz Kafka's 'The Metamorphosis'?
Because she was terrified by Gregor's transformation.
Because Gregor had not gotten up and she feared he might lose his job.
Because she was feeling unwell herself.
Because she was afraid of her father's angry reactions to Gregor being late.
Readers learn that it will take "another five or six years" for Gregor to pay off his parents' debt and that "in fifteen years of service, Gregor had never once yet been ill". What can you infer about his character based on these quotations?
He is responsible and reliable
He is slow and likes work
He is careless and healthy
He is dutiful and sickly
What does Gregor's inability to eat his favorite foods anymore symbolize in "The Metamorphosis"?
The loss of his human desires and tastes.
The improvement in his health and diet.
The change in his family's cooking habits.
The availability of different food in the market.
What was Gregor's concern about his parents knowing about his condition?
He was worried they might be too supportive.
He was worried they might not care.
He was worried they might think less of him.
He was worried they might suffer because of it.
What reaction did Gregor's father have when he saw Gregor after he fell out of bed?
He helped Gregor back into bed.
He looked hostile and clenched his fists as if wanting to knock Gregor back into his room.
He ignored Gregor completely.
He laughed at Gregor's appearance.
What does the chief clerk's exclamation "Oh!" signify in the context of the passage?
Surprise at seeing Gregor's transformation.
An expression of relief.
A greeting to Gregor's family.
Disappointment in Gregor's performance.
According to the text, what can be inferred about Gregor's initial feelings towards his transformation in "The Metamorphosis"?
He is excited and curious.
He is indifferent and unresponsive.
He is worried and misses his routine.
He feels empowered and liberated.
In "The Metamorphosis", how is Gregor's sense of self and identity affected by his professional life in Chapter 1?
By his sense of duty and responsibility towards his family
By his isolation and lack of meaningful relationships at work
By his aspirations for a better career and personal growth
By the dehumanization he feels due to his job's demands
What role does Gregor's work play in his life before his transformation in "The Metamorphosis"?
It is a minor inconvenience.
It is his main source of stress.
It is a joyful and fulfilling activity.
It is irrelevant to his identity.
What theme is suggested to emerge from Gregor's changing condition in "The Metamorphosis"?
The importance of family support
The struggle between personal desires and societal expectations
The impact of physical appearance on relationships
The unpredictability of life
What cultural insights into early 1900s European society does "The Metamorphosis" provide, according to the text?
The role of religion in daily life
The impact of industrialization
Insights into European culture
The influence of classical music
What does Grete leaving milk with bread in it show about her character?
That she thinks Gregor is a child.
That she cares about his condition and wants him to eat.
That she is trying to poison him like she would a mouse.
That she hates that the maid is wasting both bread and dairy.
How does Gregor's relationship with his family evolve throughout "The Metamorphosis"?
It becomes stronger and more supportive.
It deteriorates as his condition worsens.
It remains unchanged despite his transformation.
It improves as they learn to communicate better.
What does Gregor try to protect from being removed from his room?
His chest and tools.
His writing desk.
The picture in the gilt frame.
His bed.
In Part 2 of "The Metamorphosis," how does Gregor feel when he hears his family discussing their financial situation?
Indifferent, as he can no longer relate to human concerns.
Guilty, because he can no longer contribute to the family's income.
Angry, because he feels they are not doing enough to help him.
Relieved, because he believes his transformation has not impacted the family negatively.
How does Gregor's relationship with his sister change throughout Part 2?
It becomes stronger as they communicate more.
It remains unchanged despite his transformation.
It deteriorates as she grows resentful of taking care of him.
It improves as she takes on the role of his caretaker.
What does the apple thrown by Gregor's father symbolize in "The Metamorphosis"?
Hope and redemption.
Family unity and support.
Rejection and aggression.
Health and vitality.
Why does Gregor's family decide to take in boarders?
To provide company for Gregor.
To distract themselves from their situation.
To make use of the extra space in their home.
To improve their financial situation.
How does Gregor react to the music played by his sister in Part 2?
He is indifferent and does not react.
He becomes agitated and tries to escape his room.
He is drawn to it, showing his lingering human emotions.
He is confused and does not understand the music.
How does Gregor's presence affect the boarders?
They are fascinated by him and want to learn more.
They are indifferent and barely notice him.
They are disgusted and threaten to leave.
They sympathize with him and offer to help.
What was the Samsa family's reaction to the reveal of Gregor's death?
Sadness and regret.
Energetic and Whimsical.
Relief and happiness.
Anger and Revulsion.
What did the Samsa's do after kicking out the lodgers following Gregor's passing?
Hold a solemn funeral for Gregor.
Immediately get new lodgers who had no idea about Gregor.
Burn the flat down with Gregor's body in it.
Leave happily for new lives in a new home.
