Question #4, page 1018

I think that Kuper is the most sympathetic toward Gregor because he not only characterizes Gregor as a helpless and scared creature, but he also emphasizes the father's cruel attitude, Grete's concern, and his mother's worries very vividly. Although Kafka's words and descriptions are very beautifully constructed, his ideas are much easier to understand through Kuper's visuals. On page 1003, Kuper illustrates Gregor's struggle to talk to his parents through his bedroom door. Kuper's illustrations depict Gregor in a great struggle and really convince the reader of his hardships in attempting to get up or even speak to his family. Kuper's depiction of Gregor's wiggling legs and frustrated facial expressions show how desperate he truly is, and ultimately proves that Kuper is, indeed, the most sympathetic toward Gregor.