Flowers for Algernon Review

Front

What is the main conflict between Drs. Nemur and Strauss?

Back

They both want credit for the experiment.

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Why does Charlie return to Donnegan's factory?

Back

He needs money for rent.

Front

What activity does Algernon perform while Charlie works?

Back

Runs a maze.

Front

What makes Charlie a suitable candidate for the operation?

Back

He has good motivation.

Front

What is the fate of Algernon in the story?

Back

Algernon died.

Front

Who is Miss Kinnian in relation to Charlie?

Back

She is Charlie's teacher and love interest.

Front

What is the significance of the operation performed on Charlie?

Back

It is intended to increase his intelligence.

Front

How does Charlie's intelligence change throughout the story?

Back

He goes from being intellectually disabled to highly intelligent and then back again.

Front

What ethical questions are raised by the experiment on Charlie?

Back

The ethics of manipulating intelligence and the consequences of such actions.

Front

What does Charlie's experience teach about the nature of intelligence?

Back

Intelligence is complex and not solely defined by IQ.