Flowers for Algernon

How does Charlie's perception of himself change throughout the story?

• He always sees himself as limited and simple.

• He believes he is superior to everyone else.

• He evolves from feeling limited to feeling superior, then to despair as he realizes his intelligence will fade.

• He never changes his perception of himself.

How does Charlie's relationship with his coworkers change after the operation?

• He becomes the most popular employee and is admired by everyone.

• His coworkers continue to ridicule him and he feels more isolated than ever.

• Charlie's relationship with his coworkers shifts from being a target of ridicule to being respected, but ultimately back to isolation as he becomes aware of their true feelings.

• He forms close friendships with all his coworkers and feels accepted.

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

• To make a mistake or misunderstanding due to a lack of intelligence or awareness, as experienced by the character Charlie in the story.

• To achieve great success despite initial failures, similar to Charlie's journey.

• To act foolishly in a social situation, often leading to embarrassment.

• To solve a complex problem using unconventional methods, inspired by Charlie's character.

How does Charlie's journey reflect the human experience?

• Charlie’s journey reflects the human experience of growth, the pursuit of knowledge, and the inevitable challenges of life, including loss and acceptance.

• Charlie's journey is solely about his adventures in a magical world without any real-life implications.

• Charlie’s journey highlights the importance of wealth and material possessions in achieving happiness.

• Charlie's journey is a simple tale of friendship without any deeper meaning.

Who is Charlie Gordon?

• A character in 'Flowers for Algernon' who undergoes an experimental surgery to increase his intelligence.

• A famous scientist known for his work in genetics.

• A fictional detective in a popular mystery novel.

• A historical figure who fought for civil rights.

What does Charlie learn about the permanence of his intelligence?

• The operation is permanent and he will retain his intelligence forever.

• Charlie learns that he will lose his intelligence at the same rate he gained it.

• Charlie discovers that his intelligence will increase indefinitely.

• The operation only affects his emotional intelligence, not his cognitive abilities.

What ethical questions does 'Flowers for Algernon' raise?

• The impact of artificial intelligence on society.

• The manipulation of human intelligence and treatment of individuals with disabilities.

• The benefits of scientific experimentation on human life.

• The role of government in regulating scientific research.

What is the main theme of 'Flowers for Algernon'?

• The exploration of intelligence and its impact on human relationships, identity, and the ethical implications of altering one's intelligence.

• The journey of self-discovery and personal growth through adversity.

• The importance of friendship and loyalty in difficult times.

• The consequences of scientific experimentation on human life.

What are Charlie's 'best friends' when his intelligence is at its peak?

• Books and music

• Television and movies

• Video games and sports

• Social media and podcasts

What is the emotional impact of Charlie's decline in intelligence?

• Charlie feels indifferent and unaffected by his decline.

• Charlie experiences profound sadness and loss as he realizes he is reverting to his former self, losing the relationships and insights he gained.

• Charlie becomes angry and resentful towards those around him.

• Charlie is relieved to return to a simpler way of life.