Which is a key element of the introductory paragraph of a close analysis of poetry? a. an interesting and engaging explication of the poem's setting b. a clear glimpse of the direction in which the analysis will flow c. the poetic genre the poem belongs to and its literary significance d. useful background information for the reader's understanding

Kafka originally referred to gregor's parents as “the mother” and “the father”. however, the translator refers to them as “his mother” and “his father”. why might the translator use “his” instead of “the”? a. the word “his” makes the story smoother to read in english. b. the word “his” allows gregor’s parents to become more central characters. c. the word “his” makes gregor’s parents sound less loving. d. the word “his” creates a more negative tone.