Flowers for Algernon Test

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 performs badly, compared to Algernon.

• He shows he has an extremely violent temper.

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," 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.

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

• sad but hopeful

• relieved but bitter

• angry and threatening

• proud and conceited

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What conclusion about Charlie is most clearly supported by this excerpt from the first section of "Flowers for Algernon"? I hope they use me. Miss Kinnian says maybe they can make me smart. I want to be smart. My name is Charlie Gordon. I am 37 years old and 2 weeks ago was my birthday. I have nuthing more to rite now so I will close for today.

• He cannot control his temper.

• He has below average intelligence.

• He hears things that are not there.

• He cannot hold down a job to support himself.

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In "Flowers for Algernon," what is the main reason that Charlie wants to increase his intelligence?

• He is very competitive and wants to beat Algernon when they are tested.

• He knows that he is different and wants to be more like other people.

• He wants to please Miss Kinnian and he is afraid he will disappoint her.

• He is a lonely person with no close friends or social life.

Which main theme about science is most clearly suggested by Charlie's experience in "Flowers from Algernon"?

• Science always helps improve the world.

• Science often harms the environment.

• Science may do unexpected harm.

• Science often wastes money.

What is a THEME of Flowers for Algernon?

• Ignorance is bliss; being smarter doesn't necessarily mean you will be happier.

• Society often mistreats people with disabilities; all people should be treated with kindness, regardless of their abilities.

• Sometimes, science goes too far; it is dangerous to experiment on human beings as if they are lab rats.

• Don't try to change yourself; be happy with who you are and what you have.

• All of the above

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After the operation, Charlies grows intelligent, but his social life suffers. What is evidence of this?

• he struggles to communicate with Miss Kinnian

• he spends a lot of time alone in isolation

• the doctors look at him funny

• his friends at the factory stop talking to him

• his coworkers sign a petition to have him fried

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In 'Flowers for Algernon,' what is the significance of Algernon's behavior changes?

• A) They indicate the success of the experiment.

• B) They foreshadow Charlie's own changes.

• C) They show Algernon's dislike for Charlie.

• D) They are irrelevant to the story.