TODAY IN CLASS
OK--We finished the assessment of the family dynamics, looking at some of the differences in how Gregor's mother, father, and sister interact and respond to him. Despite these variations, it is clear that Gregor's dreary life includes the contempt of parents and employer. The reactions of his father, mother, and chief clerk have little compassion or understanding. They initially assume Gregor is malingering or "sick." Gregor communicates with no one well.
We also looked at the last scene not only for the obvious anger, fear, and rejection displayed (father uses a cane and rolled-up newspaper to beat his son back into his room) but also for its psychoanalytical interpretation. Third period, we didn't get there, but you might have heard about it: review this to see how it may be considered the ultimate rejection: a reverse birthing experience, if you will. Look closely at the details and the language.
FOR TOMORROW
Students received a hand-out of study questions for Parts II (to be completed for Wednesday) and III (have these finished for Thursday). Write out in ink (complete sentences) or type (single space response, but double-space between questions). Use abundant textual details to support your responses. You should have a combination of quotations (not long, but rather essential snippets worked in to your own sentences) as well as accurate and precise paraphrase. Either way, include page numbers, and indicate the edition (briefly: Dover, Kennedy/Goiia 8th, 9th, or whatever) at the top of your paper.
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