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The test that is given to Charlie is an inkblot test. It makes him feel scared and nervous.
2. Why does Charlie carry around a rabbit’s foot in his pocket? What does this say
about the person he is?
Charlie carries around a rabbit’s foot because he thinks it is for good luck. Charlie is
superstitious.
3. “Algernon and me had the same amazed to do.” Explain what Charlie means here
and what the test with Algernon is about.
Charlie means that Charlie and Algernon had the same maze to do. Charlie and Algernon
race against each other to see who can finish the puzzle the quickest.
6. What is the purpose of the “TV” that Dr. Strauss has given Charlie?
The purpose of the “TV” is to teach Charlie’s subconscious as he sleeps.
7. What does Charlie mean when he talks about having two minds?
The two minds that Charlie is referring to are the conscious and the subconscious.
9. Throughout the story, how have Charlie’s feelings for Miss Kinnian changed? What
is Miss Kinnian worried about?
Charlie begins to develop feelings for Miss Kinnian. He notices how beautiful and lovely she is. Charlie
becomes in love with Miss Kinnian. Miss Kinnian is worried that she made a mistake by having Charlie
undergo the surgery.
1. When was the first time Charlie had the feeling of shame burning inside him? Why
did he?
Charlie had the feeling of shame burning inside when his friends invited him to a party. His
friends kept tripping him as he danced with Ellen. (April 20th) He felt ashamed because
everyone was laughing at him and he felt naked. This was the first time he realized that his
friends wanted him around just to make fun of him.
2. Why are the doctors uncomfortable around Charlie now? How are they
acting?
The doctors are uncomfortable around Charlie because he is more knowledgeable than the
doctors. When Charlie tries to talk to them, they look at him strangely and turn away. (p. 24)
3. Why was Charlie upset about the incident with the dishwasher? (May 20th)
Charlie was upset about the incident with the dishwasher because Charlie used to be just like
the boy who dropped all of the dishes. He is mad because he had forgotten what the old
Charlie Gordon was like.
10. Do you think it was a good thing that Charlie had the operation? Why or why
not?
Good: Charlie is able to read and learn more than he ever could before the operation.
Bad: He understands why he is mistreated, becomes cold, bitter and more alone than ever
before.