Quiz on 'Flowers for Algernon'

From what point of view is “Flowers for Algernon” told and what form is the story written in?

• First person, diary entries

• Third person, narrative

• Second person, letters

• First person, dialogue

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.6

Who is the protagonist of “Flowers for Algernon”?

• Algernon

• Charlie

• Dr. Strauss

• Mrs. Kinnian

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.W.8.9A

How does the setting impact the story in “Flowers for Algernon”?

• It creates a sense of mystery

• It highlights Charlie's isolation

• It emphasizes the historical context

• It provides a backdrop for adventure

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.2

What is the climax of the story “Flowers for Algernon”?

• Charlie's operation

• Charlie's realization of his fate

• Charlie's first date with Alice

• Charlie's decision to leave New York

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.W.8.9A

The flowers for Algernon symbolize (a)  

• Hope and renewal
• Loss and remembrance
• Joy and celebration
• Fear and anxiety

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.W.8.9A

Why does Charlie want the operation?

• To become famous

• To make friends

• To be smart like others

• To travel the world

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.3

(a)   tells Charlie to write progress reports.

• Dr. Nemur
• Dr. Strauss
• Dr. Smith
• Dr. Brown

Match the following people with their actions related to Charlie's job.

• Charlie's doctor involved in his treatment

• Dr. Strauss

• Bullies Charlie at work

• His boss

• Informs Charlie about the need to quit his job

• Mrs. Kinnian

• Charlie's teacher and mentor

• Joe Carp

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does it mean to pull a Charlie Gordon?

• To make a mistake

• To succeed in a task

• To help someone

• To win a prize

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.5A

CCSS.RL.8.4

List one disadvantage of the operation that Charlie experiences.

• Loss of friends

• Decreased intelligence

• Memory loss

• Physical pain

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.W.8.9A