Flowers for Algernon Review

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What does Charlie do when he is given his own lab?

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He starts sleeping on a cot (portable bed) in the lab.

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What is Charlie afraid of during the Rorschach test at the beginning of the story?

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He is afraid of failing the test.

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How does Charlie figure out punctuation confusion?

Back

He reads a grammar book.

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What does Charlie do first when Algernon dies?

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He dissects Algernon to understand his regression.

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What is the relationship like between Dr. Nemur and Dr. Strauss?

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They fight all the time.

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What is the significance of Algernon in the story?

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Algernon represents the effects of the intelligence-enhancing surgery and its eventual decline.

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How does Charlie's intelligence change throughout the story?

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Charlie initially has a low IQ, but after the surgery, his intelligence increases significantly before it regresses.

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What role does Ms. Kinnian play in Charlie's life?

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Ms. Kinnian is Charlie's teacher and love interest, who supports his journey.

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

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The main theme is the exploration of intelligence and its impact on human relationships.

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What does Charlie learn about friendship as he becomes more intelligent?

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Charlie learns that intelligence can complicate relationships and that true friendship is based on understanding.