Characterization and Foreshadowing in "Flowers for Algernon"
Question 8 • Language Arts 8 - ELA3008 IC
Read the excerpt from part 2 of "Flowers for Algernon."They're all pretending that Algernon's behavior is not necessarily significant for me. But it's hard to hide the fact that some of the other animals who were used in this experiment are showing strange behavior.How does Algernon’s behavior affect Charlie and affect the plot?
Answer
A
It makes Charlie excited about the possibility that his research will become more interesting.
B
It makes Charlie realize that he must protect himself from ending up like the mouse.
C
It makes Charlie excited that he will have a lot of time to complete his studies.
D
It makes Charlie realize that he must finish his research as quickly as possible.
Explanation
Algernon’s strange behavior suggests that the effects of the experiment may not last. Because Charlie has undergone the same procedure, he realizes he may face a similar decline and is driven to investigate the problem quickly. This makes him determined to finish his research as soon as possible, rather than simply protecting himself from becoming like Algernon.
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