English & Literature

According to Charlie in Flowers for Algernon, why is he unable to interpret the inkblots and pictures? What do you think the real reasons are?

Asked by MHood2 on 16 Jan 09:51

Last updated by anonymous on 17 Jan 10:11

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Answered by MHood2 on 17 Jan 10:11

In Flowers for Algernon Charlie is unable to see pictures in the inkblots because his mind cannot grasp the abstract. He only sees things the way they are and cannot draw meaning from something that does not have an actual meaning.