Flowers for Algernon

Front

What is the significance of the young boy in the restaurant to Charlie?

Back

The young boy reminded Charlie of him when he himself was mentally challenged.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What realization does Charlie have about Dr. Nemur and Dr. Strauss?

Back

They are arguing with one another over who will take credit for the experiment.

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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 feel about the original tests he had to complete before the operation?

Back

They were hard and confusing.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Why does Charlie receive a 25 dollar bonus at work?

Back

For discovering a new way to line up the machines.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What event changes the relationship Charlie has with Algernon?

Back

Charlie finally beats Algernon in the maze.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the main theme of 'Flowers for Algernon'?

Back

The exploration of intelligence and its impact on human relationships.

Front

Who are the main scientists involved in Charlie's operation?

Back

Dr. Nemur and Dr. Strauss.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does Charlie's relationship with his coworkers reveal about his character development?

Back

It shows his growth in intelligence and the subsequent alienation he feels.

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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 perception of himself change throughout the story?

Back

He transitions from feeling inferior to feeling superior, and then back to confusion and isolation.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does Algernon play in the story?

Back

Algernon serves as a symbol of Charlie's journey and the effects of the experiment.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3