Quiz on Charlie Gordon

The main character of Flowers for Algernon who wants to improve his intelligence.

• Alice

• Bob

• Charlie

• David

Charlie agrees to have the operation because:

• He wants to become smarter.

• He is forced by the doctors.

• He wants to impress his friends.

• He is curious about the procedure.

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How does Charlie think people will treat him if he becomes smarter?

• With more respect

• With jealousy

• Indifferently

• With hostility

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How much does the operation increase Charlie's intelligence?

• Three times his current intelligence

• Two times his current intelligence

• Ten points above his current intelligence

• Not at all

Charlie fails his first inkblot test because:

• He is unable to see any images.

• He gives childish responses.

• He refuses to participate.

• He misunderstands the instructions.

What does it mean to "pull a Charlie Gordon"?

• To make a significant mistake

• To achieve something remarkable

• To undergo a transformation

• To return to a previous state

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What event was foreshadowing as Charlie entered the hospital before the operation?

• Charlie felt a sense of dread.

• Charlie saw a black cat.

• Charlie heard a nurse talking about a failed surgery.

• Charlie noticed a broken mirror.

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How does Charlie feel about Miss Kinnian before the operation?

• He is indifferent towards her.

• He dislikes her.

• He feels grateful and affectionate towards her.

• He is unaware of her existence.

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The teacher who suggested Charlie for the experiment to improve his intelligence.

• Ms. Ellen

• Dr. Strauss

• Ms. Flynn

• Ms. Kinnian

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Charlie's co-workers treat him differently when he starts to get smart. How do they treat him?

• They become more supportive and friendly.

• They ignore him and act indifferent.

• They become hostile and resentful.

• They are curious and ask him questions.

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