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Explanation:

Analyze the plot of Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis

Following Gregor Samsa's transformation, the family loses its primary source of income and is forced to find work.

Evaluate the given options

• Option A: Gregor's mother (Mrs. Samsa) does not clean houses; she sews underwear for a local boutique.
• Option B: Grete (Gregor's sister) takes on a job as a salesgirl (sales clerk) to help support the family, while also studying shorthand and French in the evenings.
• Option C: Grete plays the violin, but she does not play it for money; she plays for the family and the boarders.
• Option D: Gregor's employer does not pay him disability; they immediately cut ties with him.

Select the correct option

Option B is the only historically and textually accurate description of how a family member earns money.

Answer:

• (A) Grete's mother cleans houses.
• (B) Grete is forced to get a sales job. (Correct answer)
• (C) Grete plays the violin for money.
• (D) Gregor's work pays him disability.