Exploring Flowers for Algernon

What is the main character's name in 'Flowers for Algernon'?

• Charlie Brown

• Algernon Gordon

• Charlie Chaplin

• Charlie Gordon

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What type of experiment is Charlie Gordon subjected to?

• A dietary program to enhance cognitive function.

• A physical training regimen to improve memory.

• A psychological test to measure emotional stability.

• An experimental surgery to increase intelligence.

How does Charlie's intelligence change throughout the story?

• Charlie's intelligence rises dramatically after surgery, then declines back to his original level.

• Charlie's intelligence remains the same throughout the story.

• Charlie's intelligence decreases steadily after surgery.

• Charlie's intelligence fluctuates but never changes significantly.

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What is the significance of the character Algernon in the narrative?

• Algernon represents the theme of duality in identity and the critique of social norms.

• Algernon symbolizes the importance of wealth in society.

• Algernon serves as a comic relief character without deeper meaning.

• Algernon is a representation of traditional family values.

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What are some of the key themes explored in 'Flowers for Algernon'?

• Time travel and its consequences

• The importance of friendship

• The role of technology in society

• Human intelligence, ethical experimentation, happiness, social stigma.

How does Charlie's relationship with his coworkers evolve?

• Charlie's coworkers become increasingly hostile and uncooperative.

• Charlie's relationship with his coworkers remains strictly professional and formal.

• Charlie's relationship with his coworkers evolves from distant to collaborative and friendly.

• Charlie's relationship with his coworkers is non-existent and isolated.

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What role does the progress report format play in the story?

• The progress report format is used solely for comedic effect.

• The progress report format has no impact on the narrative structure.

• The progress report format highlights character development and story progression.

• The progress report format serves as a distraction from the main plot.

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What emotional struggles does Charlie face as his intelligence increases?

• Charlie experiences joy and happiness.

• Charlie gains popularity and social connections.

• Charlie feels empowered and confident.

• Charlie faces isolation, confusion, frustration, and existential questions.

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How does the story address the concept of human dignity?

• The story addresses human dignity by emphasizing respect and moral integrity in the face of adversity.

• The story suggests that dignity is irrelevant in difficult times.

• The story promotes selfishness over respect.

• The story ignores human dignity entirely.

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What is the outcome of the experiment on Charlie and Algernon?

• Algernon remains intelligent while Charlie declines.

• Charlie becomes permanently smarter than Algernon.

• Both Charlie and Algernon gain intelligence indefinitely.

• Both Charlie and Algernon experience temporary increases in intelligence followed by a decline, leading to a loss of cognitive abilities.