Characters
Who is the protagonist in "The Metamorphosis"?
Gregor
What theme is highlighted by Gregor's feelings of guilt and shame?
Alientation, Depression
What literary period/category is this story considered?
Modernism/Absurdism
What does Gregor’s insect form symbolize?
dehumanization/loss of identity
When did Gregor's transformation happen?
overnight!
Who is the main character in "The Metamorphosis"?
Supportive and caring at first but slowly deteriorates over time
How does the theme of isolation manifest in Gregor's life?
By him turning into a bug
How does absurdism appear in "The Metamorphosis"?
Nightmarish qualities, isolation and alienation, breakdown of society, etc. (Gregor is a bug, he is alone, and his family disolves)
What does the window symbolize in the story?
Desire for freedom and feeling trapped
How does Gregor initially react to his transformation?
He is confused and immediately begins thinking about work and is afraid to miss the train
Which character represents the pressures of family expectations?
The father, Mr. Samsa
What is a significant theme related to family dynamics in the story?
Pressure from family can lead to the family falling apart/famimly dynamics changing
What time period (centuries) was the Modernist period?
late 19th-mid 20th century
What does the sofa symbolize in the story?
Gregors place of safety and increasing isolation
What major conflict arises in the Samsa household after Gregor's transformation?
loss of his income and they cannot cope or adapt to his transformation
How does Gregor’s transformation affect his mother, Mrs. Samsa?
She becomes distressesd
How does mental health play a role in Gregor's transformation
It makes him continue to feel alone, worthless, and trapped
Where was Kafka from?
Prague
What does the woman in the picture frame symbolize?
Gregor's desires for love and his dreams
Gregor's mentality is an example of what type of conflict?
Internal
What character/s cause tension in the household, and represent the turning point of the story leading to the downfall of Gregor.
The lodgers/tennants
How does Kafka convey societal pressure through Gregor’s character? (think about purpose/identity)
It causes him to lose his sense of purpose and identity
What historical events influences the Modernism literary period?
World War 1! and Rise of Industry and Urbanism
What does the apple in Gregor's back symbolize?
pain, rejection, abuse, his impending doom and death
What is the resolution of the story?
The family moving on with their life and being filled with peace