"Flowers for Algernon"
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Why does Charlie keep a journal?
He keeps a journal for the doctors to keep track of his progress.
What event foreshadows what will happen to Charlie in the future?
When Algernon becomes aggressive and starts biting.
Why is time important to Charlie?
Charlie wants to figure out how to save himself before time runs out.
What did Charlie realize at the diner about the boy being laughed at?
Charlie realizes he used to be that boy before the experiment.
What is the main reason the doctors chose Charlie for the experiment?
It was because of his "moter-vation" (motivation)
When Charlie discovers the Algernon-Gordan effect, he realizes that he will eventually lose what?
His intelligence will decrease.
Why does Charlie think about his family?
Charlie's EQ is becoming more childlike and cannot cope with how he feels emotionally.
What does Charlie say when looking back at his old reports?
Charlie does not recognize them and thinks someone else wrote them.
Why does Charlie agree to have the operation?
He wants to become smarter and to fit in.
What point of view is "Flowers for Algernon" told in?
First Person- From Charlie's Point of View.
How did Algernon die?
Algernon's brain decreased in weight and was very smooth.
What is Charlie's landlord's name?
Mrs. Flynn
How does Charlie’s operation affect his relationships with the people around him?
As Charlie becomes more intelligent, he begins to realize his 'friends' are not all his real friends.
What is the main conflict in the story?
Charlie fights to become intelligent and fit in.
What is the exposition of the text?
Charlie is a man with an IQ of 68.
What did Charlie place Algernon's body in when burying him?
A cheese box
Why does Charlie lose his job at the factory?
Because no one wants him there anymore, and his smartness is intimidating.
How did the operation change Charlie’s life?
The operation helped Charlie to become more aware of his emotions.
What is the inciting incident of the text?
Charlie is chosen for the experiment.
What is the overall theme of the text?
Appreciate what you have.