Literary Terms
Literary Terms
Flowers For Algernon
Vocabulary
Vocabulary
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What is Dramatic Irony?
When the reader (audience) knows something the character does not know.
100
What is another way to describe internal conflict?
Man Vs. Self
100
What does Charlie decide to do at the end of Flowers for Algernon and why does he do it?
He decides to move away from New York City because he doesn't want anyone feeling sorry for him.
100
What is the definition of Bonanza?
a large amount of something desirable
100
What is the definition of Stint?
A period of time spent at a particular activity
200
What is Situational Irony?
When something that you expect to happen doesn't and the opposite happens.
200
When a character says, "Oh my goodness, your dress is so pretty!" then goes away laughing because she thinks it's ugly; this is an example of what?
Verbal Irony
200
What was one of the major differences between the movie version of Flowers for Algernon and the short story version we read?
Answers vary
200
What is the definition of Fortify?
to strengthen mentally or physically
200
What is the definition of plunder?
steal goods from a place or person, normally during a time of war or civil disobedience
300
What is a dynamic character?
A character who changes and grows through a story as a result of their experiences.
300
When an author drops clues of what may happen next in a story; this is an example of ____________?
Foreshadowing
300
Give an example of dramatic irony in Flowers for Algernon.
Answers Vary.
300
What is the definition of ardent?
enthusiastic or passionate
300
What is the definition of Serene?
calm and peaceful
400
What are the three types of external conflict? and give me an example of one of them.
Man vs. Man; Man vs. Society; Man vs. Nature
400
What is a Flat, static character like?
A character that only has 1-2 sides to their personality and does not change throughout the story.
400
What was the Rorshach test?
The Rorshach test was a test involving cards with inkblots on it and measured personality based on the way people answered the questions.
400
What is the definition of Chastise?
To rebuke or reprimand severely
400
What is the definition of Humane?
having or showing compassion or benevolence
500
Give an example of a dynamic, round character.
Answers vary
500
Create an example of man vs. nature
Varies
500
Why did Charlie have to leave the factory in Flowers for Algernon? Why did this happen?
All the workers except one signed a petition to have him fired because he was no longer normal and they were afraid of him.
500
What is the definition of Audacious?
showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks
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What is the definition of Fallacy?
A mistaken belief
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