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In which person was "Flowers for Algernon" written?
First person
Why does Charlie want to beat Algernon in their first maze race?
He wants to prove he is as smart as Algernon.
What does it mean to "pull a Charlie Gordon"?
It indicates that someone did something stupid.
After Charlie gets the experimental procedure done, what progress can be noticed?
Charlie's writing becomes much more advanced.
How does Charlie start to feel about Miss Kinnian after the procedure?
He starts to fall in love with her.
What can you infer after Charlie went to the party with Joe and friends?
Joe and friends did not respect Charlie.
Does Charlie want to be like other men?
Yes
Why is Charlie upset when Algernon begins to lose his intelligence?
This may soon happen to himself.
Does Charlie become smarter than the Doctors that worked with him?
Yes
What are some signs that Charlie's mental state begins to reverse?
He can no longer type and He forgets things he just learned.
When Charlie goes back to work at the factory how does his view of his co-workers change?
He is more forgiving of them.
Why did Charlie decide to leave New York?
He doesn't want anyone to feel sorry for him.
What are some allusions found in the story?
Robinson Crusoe, The Bible, Paradise Lost.
What are some problems Charlie has because of his intelligence?
Disconnection from other people; losing his job; feeling a deep anger and depression, etc.
What are some examples of regression that we see in the story?
Why did Charlie react as he did during the dishwasher incident?
He saw how he used to be in the dishwasher and was ashamed of himself.
