The EST Reading test requires you to read and comprehend various types of texts, such as fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama. This practice passage and review questions are designed to help you improve your reading skills and test-taking strategies for the EST Reading test. The passage is an excerpt from The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, a classic work of fiction that explores themes of alienation, identity, and transformation. The review questions are based on the passage and test your ability to analyze, infer, compare, and evaluate the text. The practice passage and review questions are written by experts who have extensive experience with the EST Reading test and follow the same format and standards as the real test. By practicing with this realistic material, you will be able to boost your confidence and performance on the EST Reading test.