Flowers for Algernon progress reports 1-8

What does it mean to analyze a character?

• To examine their traits, motivations, and development throughout the story.

• To summarize the plot of the story.

• To identify the main theme of the story.

• To describe the setting and its impact on the characters.

What does it mean to have internal conflict?

• A struggle within a character's mind, often involving emotions or decisions.

• A physical fight between characters.

• A disagreement between two characters in a story.

• A conflict between a character and their environment.

What good luck charm does Charlie bring to the operation?

• A four-leaf clover

• A rabbit's foot

• A horseshoe

• A lucky coin

Why does Charlie fail his first inkblot test?

• He is distracted by the colors in the ink.

• He cannot understand what he is supposed to see besides ink.

• He is not paying attention during the test.

• He has seen the inkblots before.

What type of conflict is Charlie experiencing when he works against himself to become smarter?

• Internal conflict

• External conflict

• Social conflict

• Environmental conflict

What is a plot in a story?

• A character's emotional journey throughout the story.

• The sequence of events that make up a story.

• The underlying message or theme of the story.

• The setting and time period in which the story takes place.

What is the purpose of a flashback in a narrative?

• A flashback provides background information by showing events that happened before the current timeline.

• A flashback introduces new characters that are not present in the current timeline.

• A flashback serves to create suspense by withholding information from the audience.

• A flashback is used to summarize the main events of the story.

What is the setting of a story?

• The main character's journey throughout the story.

• The time and place in which the story occurs.

• The conflict that drives the plot forward.

• The moral lesson learned by the characters.

What is a theme in literature?

• A theme is the central idea or message conveyed in a story.

• A theme is the setting where the story takes place.

• A theme is the main character's journey throughout the story.

• A theme is the sequence of events in a narrative.

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

• It symbolizes the beauty of nature and friendship.

• It reflects themes of intelligence, loss, and the fragility of human experience.

• It represents the struggle for survival in a harsh environment.

• It highlights the importance of scientific experimentation.