Flowers for Algernon Test Review

Front

What emotion does Charlie feel when he realizes he is being mocked by his friends?

Back

Embarrassed

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does Charlie's final progress report suggest about his life before the operation?

Back

Charlie's life seemed simpler and more fulfilling before the operation and now he feels lonely.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What allows Algernon to win the maze against Charlie?

Back

The operation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How can Charlie be characterized in his determination to win the maze race against Algernon?

Back

Determined.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is Charlie's primary goal by the end of the entry dated March 23?

Back

To beat Algernon in the maze.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

Front

What is the significance of the operation in 'Flowers for Algernon'?

Back

The operation is intended to increase Charlie's intelligence but leads to unforeseen consequences.

Front

How does Charlie's perception of friendship change throughout the story?

Back

Charlie initially believes he has friends, but as he becomes more intelligent, he realizes they were mocking him.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the maze symbolize in 'Flowers for Algernon'?

Back

The maze symbolizes the challenges and obstacles Charlie faces in his quest for intelligence and acceptance.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is the role of progress reports in the narrative?

Back

Progress reports provide insight into Charlie's thoughts, feelings, and changes over time.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does Charlie's intelligence affect his relationships with others?

Back

As Charlie becomes more intelligent, he becomes isolated and struggles to connect with those around him.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3