Analyzing Characters in Flowers for Algernon

How does Charlie's attitude towards his coworkers change in Part 2 of "Flowers for Algernon"?

• He becomes more sympathetic towards them.

• He starts to resent them for their treatment of him.

• He becomes indifferent to their existence.

• He seeks their approval more than before.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What theme is most evident in Charlie's interactions with Dr. Strauss and Professor Nemur?

• The pursuit of knowledge at any cost.

• The importance of friendship.

• The struggle for power and control.

• The ethics of scientific experimentation.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Based on Part 2, what can readers infer about Charlie's understanding of his own transformation?

• He is completely aware of the changes and their implications.

• He is confused and scared by the changes.

• He underestimates the impact of the changes on his life.

• He believes the changes are temporary.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

What is the author's primary purpose in showing the contrast between Charlie's past and present self?

• To highlight the cruelty of society towards those who are different.

• To show the impact of intelligence on a person's identity.

• To criticize the field of experimental psychology.

• To explore the theme of loneliness.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

Which example of figurative language is used to describe Charlie's realization of his coworkers' true feelings towards him?

• "It was like a punch in the stomach."

• "The veil was lifted from my eyes."

• "A lightbulb went off in my head."

• "I was drowning in a sea of confusion."

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

How does Charlie's relationship with Algernon change in Part 2?

• He becomes competitive with Algernon.

• He feels a deeper connection and empathy towards Algernon.

• He becomes indifferent to Algernon's existence.

• He starts to fear Algernon.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What inference can be made about Professor Nemur's motivations for the experiment?

• He is solely motivated by a desire to help Charlie.

• He is driven by personal ambition and the desire for recognition.

• He wants to prove a point to his scientific peers.

• He is motivated by a genuine curiosity about human intelligence.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How does Charlie's increased intelligence affect his social interactions?

• It improves his relationships with his coworkers.

• It isolates him from others.

• It makes him more popular and well-liked.

• It has no significant impact on his social life.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What theme is explored through Charlie's realization of how people treated him before his surgery?

• The resilience of the human spirit.

• The cruelty of mankind.

• The value of education.

• The power of forgiveness.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which character serves as a foil to Charlie, highlighting his changes?

• Dr. Strauss.

• Professor Nemur.

• Algernon.

• Joe Carp.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3