Exploring Progress Report 12 in Flowers For Algernon

The transcript details the experiences of Charles Gordon, who undergoes an experimental procedure to increase his intelligence. Initially, he observes changes in Algernon, a lab mouse, and later experiences similar mental deterioration. Despite his efforts to continue research and document his findings, Charles struggles with emotional and cognitive decline. Ultimately, he returns to his previous life, accepting his condition and cherishing the brief period of enhanced intelligence.

What unusual behavior did Algernon exhibit on May 23rd?

• He refused to eat.

• He bit Charlie.

• He ran the maze faster.

• He slept all day.

Who informed Charlie about Algernon's changing behavior on May 24th?

• Bert

• Mrs. Flynn

• Dr. Nemer

• Dr. Strauss

What did Charlie decide to do after being asked not to come to the lab anymore?

• He destroyed his notes.

• He left the city.

• He decided to stop his research.

• He planned to continue the research on his own.

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What is the main finding of the Algernon-Gordon Effect?

• Artificially increased intelligence deteriorates over time.

• Intelligence can be increased without side effects.

• Increased intelligence is permanent.

• The experiment was a complete success.

What did Charlie notice about his own mental state on June 10th?

• He was feeling physically stronger.

• He was able to learn new languages.

• He was experiencing emotional instability and forgetfulness.

• He was becoming more intelligent.

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How did Charlie react to Algernon's death?

• He celebrated.

• He ignored it.

• He buried Algernon and cried.

• He conducted another experiment.

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What did Charlie struggle with as his mental state declined?

• Remembering recent events.

• All of the above.

• Reading and understanding books.

• Physical coordination.

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Why did Charlie decide to leave New York?

• He wanted to travel the world.

• He wanted to start a new experiment.

• He didn't want people to feel sorry for him.

• He found a new job.

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What did Charlie ask Miss Kinnian to do if she ever read his final report?

• Put flowers on Algernon's grave.

• Send him money.

• Write a book about him.

• Visit him.

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What did Charlie take with him when he decided to leave New York?

• His typewriter.

• A new pet mouse.

• A couple of books.

• His research notes.

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