Flowers for Algernon

In “Flowers for Algernon,” what happens during Charlie’s first inkblot test?

• He sees many pictures in the inkblot.

• He cannot see any pictures in the inkblot.

• He performs badly, compared to Algernon.

In “Flowers for Algernon,” why do the doctors use Charlie in their experiment?

• They believe that he is motivated to try to learn.

• They see that he has bonded with Algernon.

• They realize that he is the only person who is willing to participate.

In “Flowers for Algernon,” why do Charlie’s fellow workers want him fired?

• They become jealous of Charlie's good fortune.

• They think that Charlie has begun lying and stealing.

• They become frightened by Charlie and distrustful of his new intelligence.

In “Flowers for Algernon,” what is one aspect of the text that shows Charlie is returning to his OLD condition?

• He starts to spell badly again.

• He asks Miss Kinnian to dinner.

• He learns German.

Which phrase best describes Charlie at the end of “Flowers for Algernon”?

• sad but hopeful

• relieved but bitter

• angry and threatening

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In 'Flowers for Algernon,' what is the main reason Charlie undergoes surgery?

• To increase his intelligence

• To cure his physical disability

• To improve his social skills

• To win a competition

Which character in 'Flowers for Algernon' is a mouse?

• Charlie

• Algernon

• Dr. Strauss

• Miss Kinnian

What literary device is used when Charlie's progress reports show his changing intelligence?

• Metaphor

• Irony

• Foreshadowing

• Symbolism

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In 'Flowers for Algernon,' how does Charlie's relationship with Miss Kinnian change after the surgery?

• It becomes more distant

• It becomes romantic

• It remains the same

• It becomes hostile

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

• It symbolizes Charlie's growth

• It represents a gift for Algernon

• It signifies a memorial for Algernon

• It is a metaphor for intelligence

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