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Analyzing Algernon
Directionse Read through the first fiew pages of the play [before fack enters]. paying special attention co the character of Algernon. Then, answer the questions below,
1. Find three examples where Algernon consciously exaggerates what he is saying. Then, explain what this suggests about his character.
Algernon's language
Who does this suggest about his character?
2. Find one thing in the opening scene that he says that could turn the audience against him. Does this affect how you view him as a character? Explain why or why not.
3. How is the audience supposed to feel about Algernon through this opening scene?
4. What is the key point that Algernon makes in his conversation with Lane regarding marriage?
5. How does this point establish one of the play's key themes? State the theme in the form of a sentence.
Analyzing Algernon
Directionse Read through the first fiew pages of the play [before fack enters]. paying special attention co the character of Algernon. Then, answer the questions below,
1. Find three examples where Algernon consciously exaggerates what he is saying. Then, explain what this suggests about his character.
| Algernon's language | Who does this suggest about his character? |
2. Find one thing in the opening scene that he says that could turn the audience against him. Does this affect how you view him as a character? Explain why or why not.
3. How is the audience supposed to feel about Algernon through this opening scene?
4. What is the key point that Algernon makes in his conversation with Lane regarding marriage?
5. How does this point establish one of the play's key themes? State the theme in the form of a sentence.
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