Flowers for Algernon Quiz

In "Flowers for Algernon," what happens during Charlie's first inkblot test?

• He sees many pictures in the inkblot.

• He cannot see any pictures in the inkblot.

• He shows he has an extremely violent temper.

• He performs badly, compared to Algernon.

In "Flowers for Algernon," why do the doctors use Charlie in their experiment?

• They see that he has bonded with Algernon.

• They believe that he is motivated to try to learn.

• They know that he can get a better job if his skills improve.

• They realize that he is the only person who is willing to participate.

In "Flowers for Algernon," why do Charlie's fellow workers want him fired?

• They become jealous of Charlie's good fortune.

• They think that Charlie has begun lying and stealing.

• They become frightened by Charlie and distrustful of his new intelligence.

• They resent Charlie for damaging the factory and making their jobs harder.

In "Flowers for Algernon," what is one aspect of the text that shows Charlie is returning to his old condition?

• He learns German.

• He says he hates Algernon.

• He starts to spell badly again.

• He asks Miss Kinnian to dinner.

Which phrase best describes Charlie at the end of "Flowers for Algernon"?

• sad but hopeful

• relieved but bitter

• angry and threatening

• proud and conceited

Which of these situations would most likely arouse suspicion?

• You are running late for work, and your colleague Samuel is ready to leave.

• You are preparing a presentation, and your colleague Emma is compiling the report.

• Your special lunch is missing, and your colleague James has crumbs on his desk.

• Your team meeting is on Friday, and your colleague Emma has invited two of her clients to attend.

If Kai notices that objects at a distance are becoming blurrier over time, what is happening to Kai's vision?

• Kai's vision is improving.

• Kai's vision is becoming worse.

• Kai's vision is remaining the same.

• Kai's vision is unable to be tested.

During a quiet evening at home, Elijah decides to reflect on his personal growth over the past year. What kind of behavior is Elijah most likely exhibiting?

• warm, outgoing friendliness

• consistent disobedience

• thoughtful self-analysis

• heartbreaking sorrow

What conclusion about Charlie is most clearly supported by this excerpt from the first section of "Flowers for Algernon"?

• He cannot control his temper.

• He has below-average intelligence.

• He sees and hears things that are not there.

• He cannot hold down a job and support himself.

Choose the conclusion a reader can most accurately draw from this excerpt from "Flowers for Algernon."

• The doctors find Charlie amazing.

• Charlie finds Algernon amazing.

• Algernon is running in a maze.

• Algernon is able to read.