Flowers for Algernon

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Where does Charlie work? What is his job position?

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Charlie works at Donnegan's Plastic Box Company as a janitor.

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What bible story does Flowers for Algernon reference?

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The story of Adam and Eve.

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What does Charlie discover when he conducts his research?

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He discovers that he will lose his intelligence at the same rate he gained it.

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What does Charlie begin to think a lot about when his mental state is deteriorating?

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Charlie begins to think a lot about his childhood.

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What does Charlie claim are his 'best friends' when his intelligence is at its highest?

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Charlie claims that books and music are his 'best friends'.

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What is the main theme of Flowers for Algernon?

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The main theme is the exploration of intelligence and its impact on human relationships.

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Who is Miss Kinnian in Flowers for Algernon?

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Miss Kinnian is Charlie's teacher and love interest.

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What type of operation does Charlie undergo?

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Charlie undergoes an experimental surgery to increase his intelligence.

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How does Charlie's perception of the world change after the operation?

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Charlie begins to see the world more clearly and understands complex concepts.

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What happens to Charlie's intelligence over time?

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Charlie’s intelligence increases rapidly after the operation but eventually begins to decline.