Read the excerpt from part 2 of "flowers for algernon." suddenly, i was furious at myself and all those who were smirking at him. i jumped up and shouted, "shut up! leave him alone! it's not his fault he can't understand! he can't what he is! but for god's sake . . he's still a human being! " based on this excerpt, how is charlie changing as a person? he is growing meaner. he is gaining more knowledge. he is becoming more sensitive. he is losing his intelligence.

Which statement best explains the relationship between the gothic genre and the characterization in the passage? o the characterization of mr. hyde contrasts with the gloomy setting that is typical of gothic fiction. o the characterization of mr. hyde reflects the preoccupation with confined spaces in gothic fiction the characterization of mr. hyde create the cheerful mood that is typical of gothic fiction. the characterization of mr. hyde reflects the focus on horror and strong emotions in gothic fiction.