Flowers for Algernon: Character Analysis & Themes
A Grade 12 ELA worksheet focusing on character development, ethical dilemmas, and thematic elements in Daniel Keyes' 'Flowers for Algernon.'
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Flowers for Algernon: Character Analysis & Themes
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability, referencing 'Flowers for Algernon' by Daniel Keyes. Provide specific textual evidence where required.
1. Which literary device is most prominent in the contrast between Charlie Gordon's initial and post-surgery intelligence?
Metaphor
Irony
Foreshadowing
Symbolism
2. What is the primary ethical concern raised by Dr. Nemur and Dr. Strauss's experiment on Charlie?
The use of animals in scientific research.
The potential for human exploitation and dignity.
The financial cost of the experiment.
The lack of immediate results.
3. Miss Kinnian consistently views Charlie as merely a scientific subject throughout the novel.
True
False
4. Charlie's intelligence peak coincides with his greatest emotional stability and social acceptance.
True
False
5. Before the surgery, Charlie works at Donner's .
6. The name of the mouse who undergoes the same intelligence-enhancing surgery as Charlie is .
7. Describe one significant way Charlie's relationship with his coworkers changes after his intelligence begins to increase, providing specific examples from the text.
8. Discuss the theme of 'the pursuit of knowledge' in 'Flowers for Algernon.' How does Charlie's journey illustrate both the benefits and potential pitfalls of rapidly acquiring intelligence?