Lightning Thief Chapter 7-11 Flashcards

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Questions and Answers

What does it mean to be 'undetermined'?

To be undetermined means that you haven't been claimed by your godly parent.

Why is Annabeth frustrated when she and Percy talk about quests?

Annabeth has a prophecy that will let her leave camp when the right camper comes along and she was not allowed to go on a quest.

Why does Luke feel bitter?

Luke feels rejected by his father, Hermes, and wants revenge.

What does Percy wish for as he puts his dinner into the fire?

He wishes to know who his dad is. Signup and view all the answers

In what way does Percy feel different once he gets to the bonfire?

He feels right at home, like he belongs. Signup and view all the answers

Why are the counselors having a hard time deciding who Percy's Olympian parent is?

Percy was really good at everything, so they didn't know who his dad was. Signup and view all the answers

How does Percy surprise everyone during his first sword class?

He knocked Luke's sword out of his hand. Signup and view all the answers

According to Grover, why did the 'Big Three' gods swear never to have any more children?

Their children are becoming too powerful. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the story about Thalia make Percy feel 'hollow and guilty'?

Percy felt like he should have done more to save his mom. Signup and view all the answers

When you find out Percy's true identity, are you surprised or did you see it coming?

Water heals him and he can manipulate water. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Percy feel miserable once he gets his own cabin?

He feels separated from his peers and like an outcast. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the newspaper article Percy finds under his door, what is happening in the real world while Percy is in camp?

Smelly Gabe is telling the police and press that Percy is a troubled kid. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Zeus think Percy stole the master bolt?

Zeus thought that Poseidon put his son up to stealing it. Signup and view all the answers

According to Chiron, what evidence suggests that Hades stole the lightning bolt?

Chiron believes that Hades stole the bolt to create discord between the gods. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Percy have to travel over land?

They can't take planes because the air is Zeus's territory. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Argus and why can he never be surprised?

He is a security guard with eyes all over his body. Signup and view all the answers

What gift does Luke give to Percy?

A pair of flying shoes. Signup and view all the answers

What special properties does Riptide have?

Riptide cannot harm humans and returns to your pocket if lost. Signup and view all the answers

What is Mist?

Mist is a supernatural force that disguises monsters and gods. Signup and view all the answers

According to Grover, why did Percy's mom marry Gabe?

Gabe's smell masks Percy's scent from monsters. Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Percy leave the bus when he has the chance?

He's too loyal to his friends. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Annabeth upset with Percy for risking his life on the bus?

If he dies, her opportunity to go on a quest is over. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Grover start to get nervous at the emporium?

He smells monsters and sees his uncle in stone form. Signup and view all the answers

Did you guess Aunty Em's true identity before Percy did?

Yes, she mentioned starting her business with two sisters. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Annabeth say they have to kill Medusa?

To stop her from turning other people into stone. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Percy sends Medusa's head to Mount Olympus?

To show Poseidon what he had done, seeking acknowledgment. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Characters and Relationships

Percy Jackson is an undetermined demigod, unaware of his father’s identity.
Annabeth has a prophecy that hinges on meeting the right camper to embark on a quest.
Luke feels bitter about his father Hermes' neglect and is fueled by a desire for revenge.

Percy's Experiences and Emotions

Percy wishes to know his godly parent and feels a sense of belonging during the bonfire gathering.
He experiences isolation upon receiving his own cabin, feeling like an outcast.
Feelings of guilt plague Percy due to his past actions regarding his mother's safety.

Encounters and Discoveries

During sword practice, Percy surprises everyone by disarming Luke, attributed to his water-based strength.
The "Big Three" gods ceased fathering children to prevent their offspring from becoming overly powerful.
Percy learns about the newspaper coverage of his troubled past while at camp, indicating external chaos.

Quest and Challenges

Percy, Grover, and Annabeth must journey overland to retrieve Zeus’s stolen master bolt, avoiding air travel.
Clues suggest Hades may be behind the theft of the lightning bolt, leading Zeus to suspect Percy.
A unique encounter with Aunty Em reveals her true identity as Medusa, prompting the need for confrontation.

Gifts and Tools

Luke gifts Percy flying shoes that he cannot use due to the risk of entering Zeus’s territory.
Riptide, Percy’s pen-sword, has special properties: it cannot harm mortals, returns when lost, and can destroy monsters.

Themes of Loyalty and Danger

Percy shows unwavering loyalty by refusing to abandon his friends during perilous situations.
Annabeth expresses concern for Percy’s reckless actions on the bus, as his death would jeopardize her quest opportunity.

Mythological Context

Mist serves as a supernatural veil that conceals monsters and gods from mortal eyes.
Percy’s mother married Gabe to disguise Percy's scent from monsters, providing him a layer of protection.

Conclusion for Key Events

Percy sends Medusa's head to Mount Olympus to gain recognition from Poseidon, showcasing the desire for approval and familial acknowledgment.

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