When Charlie discovers the Algernon Gordon effect he realizes that?
Charlie soon has a massive intellectual breakthrough and writes a paper on his findings. In a letter to Nemur, he explains that he has uncovered a phenomenon he deems the “Algernon-Gordon Effect,” which argues that the more artificially induced intelligence one gains, the quicker it will deteriorate.
How did the doctors know that the operation was not going to be permanently successful?
Because Charlie and Algernon had the same surgery. How did the operation affect Charlie’s intelligence and his personality? How did the doctors know that the operation was not going to be permanently successful? He knew that he was going to lose his intelligence and he could only wait for it to happen.
What was the predicted outcome of Charlie’s surgery?
After the operation, Charlie was able to beat Algernon, the mouse who earlier underwent the same operation. He got better at reading and writing. Charlie also got to know that those he considered his friends were only out to make fun of him.
What are some signs that Charlie’s operation has been effective?
What are some signs that Charlie’s operations has been effective? How is he changing? A few changes Charlie has been going through are that hes been getting smarter, he’s remembering things a lot better, he knows harder vocabulary, and he can write a lot faster.
Is Charlie glad he had the operation?
Charlie is glad that he has been recommended for the surgery to enhance his intelligence. He is, however, skeptical about the tests they administer to him. Charlie is worried that he will not be taken into surgery because he failed the tests.
Is Charlie’s life better or worse at the end of the story than it was at the beginning?
Because Charlie didn’t want her to see him in such a bad state and feel sorry for him. Charlie is happier at the end of the story than at the beginning.
Why does Charlie get headaches?
Charlie gets headaches when he thinks. Miss Kinnian visits him and tells him that he has to be patient—he’ll be smart soon. Charlie’s headaches are a sign of his brain’s growth, but they’re also a subtle reminder that intelligence is no guarantee of happiness: it’s painful—literally in this case—to get smarter.
What is the Algernon Gordon effect?
The “Algernon-Gordon Effect”, in Charlie’s words, is “the logical extension of the entire intelligence speed-up”, which can be described in the following terms: “Artificially-induced intelligence deteriorates at a rate of time directly proportional to the quantity of the increase”.
How does Charlie react when he finds out that he knows more than the doctors?
How does Charlie react when he finds out that he knows more than the doctors? He is annoyed and feels deceived. He is feels excited that he is now smart enough. He is sad because now the doctors don’t want to work with him anymore.
What happened to Algernon’s performance at the peak of his intelligence?
The surgery on Charlie is also a success, and his IQ triples. As Charlie’s intelligence peaks, Algernon’s suddenly declines—he loses his increased intelligence and mental age, and dies afterward, buried in the back yard of Charlie’s home. Charlie realizes his intelligence increase is also temporary.
What is the operation meant to do for Charlie?
The operation in Flowers for Algernon is supposed to make Charlie much more intelligent. He is a mentally disabled man who he attends night classes. His efforts and his desire to improve himself impress Miss Kinnian, his teacher, as well as the scientists who will perform the surgery on him.