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Who is the novel's protagonist?
Who is Percy's best friend?
Grover
Who is an unpleasant classmate of Percy's who picks on Grover?
Nancy Bobofit
Who is Percy's Latin teacher?
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What does Mrs. Dodds do at the museum?
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Where did Percy's class take a field trip?
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What is a kleptomaniac?
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Who is the titan who fathered the gods?
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Who is the titan who mothered the gods?
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What is the name of Percy's school at the beginning of the novel?
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What is the setting for the first few chapters of the novel?
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What is a stele?
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What condition is associated with difficulty in sitting still and paying attention?
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What condition can make reading more difficult?
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What weapon does Mr. Brunner give to Percy?
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Who is the pre-algebra teacher everyone claims has been at Yancy since Christmas?
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What does Grover call Mrs. Dodds?
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What is the date of the deadline Grover refers to?
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What is Grover's job listed on his business card?
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What were the three old ladies knitting?
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Who is the goddess of beauty?
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Who is the god of prophecy, oracles, music, song, and poetry?
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Who is the god of war and battle?
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Who is the goddess of hunting?
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Who is the goddess of wisdom and Annabeth's mother?
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Who is the goddess of the harvest?
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Who is the god of wine and festivity?
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Who is the god of fire, metalwork, and blacksmiths?
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Who is the queen of the gods and goddess of marriage?
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Who is the messenger god, god of herds, roads, and travelers?
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Who is the god of the sea, earthquakes, floods, droughts, and horses?
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Who is the king of the gods?
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Who are the three women who controlled the threads of life?
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Who is Percy's mother?
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Who is Percy's stepfather?
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What is Sally's explanation for where Percy's father has gone?
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Where does Percy and his mom like to travel to?
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What is Gabe's car?
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What does Sally's small rebellion against Gabe involve?
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What is a Satyr?
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What creature destroys the Camaro and grabs Percy's mother?
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What does Grover ask for after the Minotaur destroys the Camaro?
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What are the three creatures that attacked Percy on the bus?
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Who is the mother of the Chimera in St. Louis?
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What does the Chihuahua in the Gateway Arch become?
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What is the Greek name for Percy's sword?
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What is the English name for Percy's sword?
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Who is Aunty Em's real identity?
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Who is the god of nature that Grover wants to search for?
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Where does the river creature tell Percy to go?
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What does the river creature tell Percy not to trust?
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Study Notes
Characters
- Percy Jackson: Protagonist of the novel, navigating challenges from the start.
- Grover: Percy's loyal best friend, acts as a protector and guide.
- Nancy Bobofit: Antagonistic classmate who bullies Grover.
- Mr. Brunner: Percy's insightful Latin teacher, provides guidance.
- Mrs. Dodds: An aggressive pre-algebra teacher who reveals hidden dangers.
Key Locations
- Metropolitan Museum of Art: Site of a pivotal field trip, where supernatural events unfold.
- Yancy Academy: Percy's school, setting the stage for his early struggles.
- New York City: The backdrop for many early chapters, highlighting urban challenges.
Mythological Elements
- Kronos: The titan father of the gods, a central figure in the story's mythos.
- Rhea: The titan mother of the gods, influencing the narrative's covenant with divine beings.
- The Fates: Three mystical women controlling life’s destiny, adding a layer of fate and choice.
Conditions and Themes
- ADHD: Percy's condition intertwines with his demigod identity, emphasizing unique strengths.
- Dyslexia: A struggle for Percy, linked to his heritage as a demigod.
- Prediction of doom: Grover references a Summer Solstice deadline, hinting at impending chaos.
Important Objects
- A pen: Granted to Percy by Mr. Brunner, it transforms into a powerful weapon.
- Stele: A stone slab indicating the importance of history and memory in the narrative.
Challenges and Creatures
- Minotaur: A significant adversary that symbolizes the initial conflict Percy faces.
- Furies: Creatures embodying retribution, targeting Percy early on.
- Echidna and Chimera: Mythical creatures that represent the escalating dangers posed to Percy and his allies.
Familial and Personal Relationships
- Sally Jackson: Percy's mother, representing love and vulnerability in his life.
- Gabe Ugliano: Percy's stepfather, often depicted as a negative influence.
- Montauk, Long Island: A location symbolizing refuge and comfort for Percy and his mother.
Miscellaneous
- Blue food: A symbol of rebellion for Sally against Gabe, representing her individuality.
- Gifts: A warning not to be trusted, encapsulating themes of deception and trust in relationships.
- Pan: The god of nature, illustrating Grover's quest and connection to the wild.
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