Characters
Who is the main character that turns into an insect?
Gregor Samsa
What happens to Gregor at the beginning of the story?
He wakes up transformed into an insect.
What is Expressionism?
An art style that focuses on emotions over reality
What theme is being shown by Gregor being ignored and avoided?
Isolation
What kind of bug is Gregor EXACTLY?
No clear answer
Who is Gregor's sister that initially cares for him?
Grete Samsa
Why is Gregor worried when he wakes up?
He is late for work
Does expressionism show reality accurately or distort it?
Distort it
What theme is shown through Gregor supporting his family?
Does Gregor ever speak normally again?
No
Who is the strict father in the story?
Mr. Samsa
What job does Gregor have?
He is a traveling salesman
Feelings
What theme is shown when the family stops caring for Gregor?
Loss of compassion
Who really changes more, Gregor or his family?
The family
Who throws apples at Gregor?
The father
What happens to Gregor's room over time?
It becomes a storage room
To show emotion
What idea is shown about people's value in society?
People are valued for what they can provide
Does expressionism explain everything clearly?
No
Who eventually decides Gregor must be gotten rid of?
Grete
He dies from weakness and neglect
What feeling might a chaotic painting represent?
Anxiety / fear
What theme is shown through Gregor's transformation?
Loss of identity
What is Gregor's favorite food after his transformation?
Spoiled food