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How does Charlie feel in Flowers for Algernon?
As Charlie’s intelligence continues to increase, he develops feelings of anger, shame, and suspicion for the way he has been treated in the past and present. He feels resentment against the doctors who do not appreciate him as a person, and he feels love for his former teacher, Alice Kinnian.
How does Charlie feel about Algernon?
Both before and immediately after the operation, Charlie sees Algernon as a competitior. Charlie thinks Algernon is a “pretty smart mouse” before his operation because the mouse can beat him by finding his way through a maze faster than Charlie.
How does Charlie Gordon feel about his job?
Technically, Charlie quits his job, but he only does so because he is driven out by his coworkers. They feel so uncomfortable with his sudden transformation that they refuse to work with him, and this leaves him feeling very lonely and depressed.
How would you describe Charlie Gordon?
Charlie is a 32-year-old man with an I.Q. of 68, who has struggled his whole life toward the goal of “being smart.” This goal is actually his mother’s obsession, and when she realizes the futility of it, she threatens to kill him.
How is Charlie Gordon friendly?
Charlie’s lack of intelligence has made him a trusting and friendly man, as he assumes that the people in his life—most notably, his coworkers at Donner’s Bakery—are as well intentioned as he is. As his intelligence grows, however, Charlie gains perspective on his past and present.
What does it mean to pull a Charlie Gordon in Flowers for Algernon?
He really pulled a Charlie Gordon means someone made a dumb move or was being stupid. They say this because Charlie is not very smart.
What does Charlie Gordon fear?
As he gains in intelligence and learns of the flaw in the experiment, Charlie fears the loss of the skills and knowledge he has gained. He begs, “Don’t let me forget to reed and rite.” He also fears the loss of his relationship and time with Alice, and above all, he fears the future.
What did Charlie learn in Flowers for Algernon?
Favorite Quote: She can because she thinks she can. In life, the events that take place shape and build on what the future will hold some books that are read also shape the world, by teaching old, middle aged, and youth of today lessons. In “Flowers for Algernon” by Daniel Keyes, many life lessons are taught.