In Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis, the protagonist, Gregor Samsa, turns into a giant insect. He clings to the framed photograph of the woman in fur when his sister and mother start removing furniture from his room. What might Gregor’s action most clearly symbolize?

his newfound love for crawling on objects

his love of wealth and material things

his need to hold on to his human memories

his love for the woman in the framed picture

his need for caring and affectionate women

Question

In Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis, the protagonist, Gregor Samsa, turns into a giant insect. He clings to the framed photograph of the woman in fur when his sister and mother start removing furniture from his room. What might Gregor’s action most clearly symbolize? 

his newfound love for crawling on objects

his love of wealth and material things

his need to hold on to his human memories

his love for the woman in the framed picture

his need for caring and affectionate women

nerdgirl · Answer

I'd say most likely the 3rd option.

anonymous · Answer

@Nerdgirl please try to avoid giving direct answers :) thank you