Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
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Mental Health
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Describe Gregor's room. What is the picture on the wall?
room- smaller than average, fabric samples from work picture- lady with muffler and fun hat
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Describe what and how Gregor eats.
from a bowl on the floor--old veggies, cheese, hard white sauce, dry bread, salted bread...etc.
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What prevents the family from moving into a smaller apartment?
No one could figure out how they would move Gregor
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Why does Gregor not quit his job if he hates it? 

He must work to pay off his parents' debt.

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Why doesn't Gregor want his furniture moved out? 

It encourages ("benefits") him and reminds him of human life

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What is Gregor's reaction when he discovers that he has turned into a beetle?  What is the family's and boss' reaction?

Gregor- calm and tries to make the most of it by getting out of bed for work. Others- disgusted, boss leaves, Dad tries to push him back into his bedroom, Mom screams for help

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What are some hints about Gregor's loss of humanity?
He lies under the couch, fresh food looks bad to him, furniture is moved out of his room
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How does the Samsa family try to manage financially without Gregor working?
Mr. Samsa, Mrs. Samsa, and Grete get jobs
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How does Gregor entertain himself? 

Crawls around the walls and ceiling

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Describe the scene of Gregor's death. 

He is alone in his room, after not being able to fall asleep, he breathes his last breath and dies.

300
Describe what life was like for Gregor at home and on the job before the Metamorphosis.
Home- used by family, he must make all of the money Job- traveling all the time, never makes intimate or lasting relationships, overbearing and strict boss
300
Do you think Gregor's father purposely mislead Gregor about the family's financial condition?
Yes because Gregor's father wanted him to work hard and to give all of the money to him.
300

How has Gregor's attitude toward his family changed? 

He was at times filled with rage because of his mistreatment.

300

What gets lodged in Gregor's back? Who throw it at him?

An apple; his father

300

What mental health issues are represented in Gregor? Give 2 responses. 

Depression, Grieving Process, Insomnia, Anorexia

400

Who came to Gregor's home since he did not show up for work? 

The Chief Clerk

400
How does Gregor's sister treat him differently from the way he is treated by his parents?
She takes care of him--she's the only one that remains close to him.
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In chapter 3--how has Grete's treatment of Gregor changed?
She doesn't think about how she can help him anymore--kicks food into room/ quickly sweeps it away at night. She stopped cleaning his room.
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What is Gregor's attitude toward the roomers? 

He is frustrated at the luxury the boarders are living in because he knows that he is dying.

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What is the family's reaction to Gregor's death? How do they celebrate? 

A bit sad, but mostly RELIEVED. Celebrate by taking off work and taking a train into the countryside to dream about the future.

500

What was Grete's reaction when Gregor would not open his door?

She cried.

500

What kind of changes does Gregor notice in his father? 

He is standing up straight, dressed in a work uniform, more alert and well-kept, he is healthier in general

500
What changes take place in Gregor's room?
-Family puts furniture and other possessions (junk) inside -ash can -garbage can
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What is Gregor's reaction when he hears Grete playing the violin? 

He crawls out to listen.

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What are the similarities between Franz Kafka and Gregor Samsa? Give at least 2 responses.

Both were abused by their fathers. They both had a similar death. Both worked jobs they hated to provide for their families. Their sister had similar characteristics.

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