"Frankenstein" & Flowers for Algernon Review

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ALLUSION

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Reference to a person, place, thing, or idea from culture, sports, politics, or literature.

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Irony

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Opposite of what is expected to happen

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Charlie's irony: Smarter = more likable?

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Opposite happens; people like him less.

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Charlie's ironic statement about intelligence

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"When I become intelligent like Mr. Strauss says, with three times my I.Q. of 68, then maybe I’ll be like everyone else and people will like me and be friendly."

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Motivation

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Reason for actions

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Motivation of Dr. Frankenstein

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Wants to be seen as the creator by his being.

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Dr. Frankenstein's motivation

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Bringing dead back to life

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Self-centered definition

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Focus on oneself, ignoring others.

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Determined

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Going to do it no matter what.

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Obsessive: Cannot stop thinking about or doing something

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Not forgetting negative thoughts, carefree spirit, or self-serving actions.