Grete In Franz Kafka's Metamorphosis

As the novella progresses, Grete becomes less fearful and therefore acts with confidence and determination. For example, Grete “hit[s] the table” as “introduction”, calling Gregor a “monster” and they “have” to get rid of “it”. She believes this is not “wrong” because they have done “all that’s humanly possible” to help him (27). First, the description of Grete “hitting the table” creates the mental image of someone calling attention to themselves. This image shows that Grete is being confident and assertive because she believes that she is making a valid and important argument. Next, Kafka uses the hyperbole “all that’s humanly possible” to show that Grete is assured that they have done all they could to help Gregor. Lastly, the use of “wrong”
or incorrect shows that Grete is confident that they are not bad people for wanting to let go of Gregor. Because of her newfound confidence, Grete is determined to get rid of Gregor. First, Kafka describes Grete as making an "introduction" which shows Grate's determination because it implies that there is a purposeful argument following. Also, by calling Gregor a "monster" or threatening and scary, shows that Grete only views Gregor as a vermin and is insistent that her family sees him this way. Finally. Kafka uses "have" or must and refers to Gregor as "it" to show Grate's insistence. This shows determination because Grete wants Gregor gone immediately and is resolute in the decision since she no longer views him as a human being. Therefore, when Grete is no longer fearful of Gregor, she acts with confidence and determination.