Flowers for Algernon

Worksheet Description

This worksheet introduces the concept of dramatic irony and describes it as a literary technique where the audience is aware of something that the characters are not. It provides a brief definition of the term and its origins in Greek tragedy. The task for students is to read the story “Flowers for Algernon” and then explain the dramatic irony present in the relationship between the main character, Charlie, and his coworkers at Donner’s Bakery. The lines below the instructions are provided for the students to write down their explanations.

The worksheet is teaching students to identify and understand the use of dramatic irony in literature. By analyzing “Flowers for Algernon,” students practice recognizing how the difference between a character’s understanding and the audience’s knowledge can add depth to the story. This exercise helps to develop critical thinking and analytical skills in interpreting literary devices. It also engages students with the text in a way that enhances their appreciation for narrative techniques and the complexities of character relationships.

Read the story Flowers for Algernon. Explain the dramatic irony in the relationship Charlie has with his coworkers at Donner’s Bakery.