"Flowers for Algernon" Review

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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 and identity.

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What is Charlie Gordon's initial IQ?

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What literary device is used when the reader knows something that the character does not?

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Dramatic Irony

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Who is Algernon in 'Flowers for Algernon'?

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Algernon is a laboratory mouse who undergoes the same experimental surgery as Charlie to increase intelligence.

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What does Charlie's journey symbolize in the story?

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Charlie’s journey symbolizes the quest for knowledge and the consequences that come with it.

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What is the significance of the title 'Flowers for Algernon'?

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The title symbolizes the beauty and fragility of life and intelligence, as well as the loss that comes with change.

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What does the character Fanny Girden represent in the story?

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Fanny Girden represents the voice of caution and the moral implications of scientific experimentation.

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What is the outcome of Charlie's intelligence increase?

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Charlie ultimately loses his intelligence, highlighting the temporary nature of his transformation.

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

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Charlie becomes more aware of the complexities of his relationships, especially with his family and friends.

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What role does the scientific method play in 'Flowers for Algernon'?

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The scientific method is central to the story, as it drives the experiments that alter Charlie's intelligence.