Franz Kafka

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/franz-kafka

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Franz Kafka born?July 3, 1883
2. When did Franz Kafka die?June 3, 1924 (age 40)
3. Where was Franz Kafka born?Prague, Bohemia, Austro-Hungarian Empire (now Czech Republic)
4. What is Franz Kafka known for?Pioneering literary works exploring alienation, bureaucracy, and existential themes
5. What was Franz Kafka's job?Writer and lawyer; worked in insurance
6. What is the major works?'The Metamorphosis,' 'The Trial,' 'The Castle,' 'Amerika.'

Kafkaesque: Characterized by a nightmarish, illogical, and often bureaucratic quality that leaves individuals feeling powerless and disoriented.
Existentialism: A philosophical movement emphasizing individual existence, freedom, and choice, often in the face of a meaningless universe.
Alienation: A state of estrangement or isolation from oneself, others, or society, often resulting from societal or systemic pressures.
Bureaucracy: A complex system of administration characterized by hierarchical structure, specialized roles, and adherence to formal rules and procedures.