Reading The Metamorphosis a second time around was more interesting. I noticed more of how Gregor's family treats him right away in the beginning, how Gregor's parents transformation happen quickly too. I found it ridiculous of the dad violently ready to get rid of Gregor and how they were astounded by how Gregor looked. I mean I understand that when your son instantly transforms to an insect that could be a bit frightening, but they continually treated Gregor as an alien which isn't right. Gregor's parents should have been more supportive and trying to help Gregor out then locking him up in his room and claiming they did everything they could. I think Gregor was looking for me family support in his life, and then when he really needed it, it was only his sister (to a certain extent) that showed that support. That's the new thing I noticed reading the book a second time around.
It was pointed out though in class was that Gregor doesn't even really show any care that he is a bug. Gregor is just focused on getting to work, because he needs to support his family. Which Gregor thinks he is solely responsible for his family he even says to the chief that he is in a jam, and he shouldn't think that, it should be more of him worrying about himself. How I see of being in a jam is when, for example, if I was in debt and about to lose everything, but if it happening to my mom instead then she's the one in the jam. I can see it being a good thing to want to help your family, but you should not make it your obligation to take care of them. The real jam that Gregor does need to worry about is the fact he's some weird bug, and should be trying to figure out how to change back.
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