Character Insights in Flowers for Algernon

What is the primary motivation for Charlie's participation in the experiment?

• To become famous

• To increase his intelligence

• To make friends

• To earn money

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which character is responsible for conducting the experiment on Charlie?

• Dr. Strauss

• Miss Kinnian

• Algernon

• Burt

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Analyze how Charlie's perception of his coworkers changes after the experiment.

• He sees them as more intelligent

• He realizes they were mocking him

• He feels they are his true friends

• He believes they are jealous of him

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the significance of Algernon in the story?

• Algernon is a symbol of Charlie's past

• Algernon represents the success of the experiment

• Algernon is a metaphor for Charlie's future

• Algernon is a symbol of the experiment's failure

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does Charlie hope to achieve by becoming more intelligent?

• To win a Nobel Prize

• To understand his emotions

• To be accepted by society

• To write a book

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the main conflict Charlie faces after the experiment?

• His declining health

• His struggle with identity

• His financial instability

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Charlie's view of intelligence change throughout the story?

• He sees it as a burden

• He values it above all else

• He sees it as a gift

• He becomes indifferent to it

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What role does Miss Kinnian play in Charlie's development?

• She is a mentor and supporter

• She is a rival

• She is indifferent to his progress

• She is a critic

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Charlie's understanding of friendship evolve in the story?

• He learns to value superficial relationships

• He realizes true friendship is based on mutual respect

• He becomes more cynical about friendships

• He believes intelligence is necessary for friendship

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the author show that Charlie is getting smarter? Select all that apply.

• His Diction (Word Choice)

• Grammar

• Actions

• His Awareness

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3