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The Metamorphosis Response Log Chapter 1
Complete this log thoroughly and neatly in PEN! (If I can’t read it, I can’t give it points!)
I. Vocabulary. Choose two vocabulary words from the list from this chapter and using
www.dictionary.com complete the following for each word.
a. word __________________ part of speech ____________
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c. etymology ________________________________________________________________________
d. context clues ______________________________________________________________________
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e. your original sentence (make sure to show the meaning of the word in your sentence)
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a. word __________________ part of speech ____________
b. definition ________________________________________________________________________
c. etymology ________________________________________________________________________
d. context clues ______________________________________________________________________
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e. your original sentence (make sure to show the meaning of the word in your sentence)
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II. Plot Summary. Give a detailed summary of the events that happen in this chapter (plot). Include and
be specific as to characters, setting (locations, times, social situation .) Be thorough and write neatly!
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III. Reader Response. (Write neatly in blue or black PEN. Full, thoughtful page for full points)
For this section, you will need to record your thoughts, observations, questions and feelings about this chapter.
Use academic language (watch your tone—be respectful) and be specific using examples to support what you
say. You may use the questions listed below as jumping off points for your response. You do NOT have to
answer any or all of the questions if you have enough of your own deep thoughts to discuss. This requires
thinking. Write neatly and be thorough. Write a rough draft on your own paper then copy here so your best
work is recorded below. You may use this to help you participate in our discussion in class. Do NOT just re-tell the
plot here. Analyze! Attach your first draft to this paper.
Thinking points: What is Gregor like as a person? What is he like as a “vermin?” What do we know about the rest of the
family? How does Gregor respond to his metamorphosis? Does this surprise you? Why? How does his family respond?
How would you respond if this happened to you or a family member? Discuss Kafka’s writing: compare/contrast it to other
writing styles you are familiar with. Is it difficult? Why? How is it good writing? Do you feel sorry for Gregor? Do you
feel sorry for his family? What questions does this novella raise?
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