Charlie Gordon's Journey to Intelligence

Charlie Gordon, a 37-year-old man with a low IQ, is selected for an experimental surgery to increase his intelligence. He documents his experiences through progress reports, detailing his struggles with various psychological tests and his interactions with doctors. Despite his fears and superstitions, Charlie is hopeful about the operation's potential to make him smarter. The story highlights his motivation and desire to learn, as well as the ethical considerations of the experiment.

What is Charlie Gordon's main goal?

• To write a book

• To travel the world

• To be smarter

• To become a famous scientist

How does Charlie feel about the inkblot test?

• Indifferent

• Excited

• Confident

• Scared

What does Charlie hope to achieve by attending night school?

• To make new friends

• To win a scholarship

• To become a teacher

• To learn to read and spell better

What is the purpose of the thematic perception test?

• To evaluate physical health

• To test memory

• To assess personality

• To measure intelligence

Why is Charlie chosen for the experimental operation?

• He is related to the doctors

• He is the only volunteer

• He has a high IQ

• He shows strong motivation

What does Charlie hope to achieve after the operation?

• To travel to space

• To be as smart as Algernon

• To write a novel

• To become a doctor

What does Charlie struggle with after the operation?

• Speaking clearly

• Remembering names

• Thinking and understanding

• Physical pain