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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Characterization and Foreshadowing in "Flowers for Algernon"

Question 5219 • WI-English Language Arts 8 A

What does Charlie fear will happen next as the effects of his surgery reverse?

Answer
A
He fears he will become like he was and like the boy in the restaurant.
B
He fears he will suddenly die, just like Algernon did.
C
He fears that Miss Kinnian will no longer stay around to help him.
D
He fears he will no longer be able to fight for what he believes.

Explanation

As the surgery’s effects begin to reverse, Charlie realizes that his intelligence and abilities will decline. He fears returning to his former condition, like the boy he saw in the restaurant who was laughed at for making mistakes. So the correct choice is A: he fears he will become like he was and like the boy in the restaurant.

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