"The Metamorphosis" by Kafka resists any cohesive and singular interpretation. The story hovers on the borders of funny and

horrifying, personal and

universal, and absurd and the ordinary

reality. How do you think the story connects the above-mentioned

extremities (realism-absurdity, fun-horror, personal-

universal). Give specific textual examples for each of these

binaries. How do you interpret Gregor's transformation into a

monstrous "pest"

Which statement best describes how the first-person narration in fever 1793 engages readers? mattie's perspective on the city of philadelphia gives readers an understanding of why some residents are leaving for the country. mattie's perspective on the state of her family's business gives readers an understanding of the responsibility she feels. mattie's perspective on her grandfather's strong-headed opinions gives readers an understanding of the influence he has on her. mattie's perspective on the events of 1793 gives readers an understanding of the experiences and uneasiness of the time.