Percy Jackson Ch. 20 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Why does Percy will himself to get soaked in the water?

Percy willed himself to get wet because there were patrol guards and he did not want to reveal himself as the Son of Poseidon.

Why would Ares claim that the best kind of war is when relatives fight each other? Why would this be the most vicious kind of fight?

It is the worst kind because when family fights, they turn on each other and rip each other away from their family.

Why does Percy begin to suspect that Ares wasn't acting alone?

Percy realized when Ares said that he did not take it personally.

Which failures does Ares point to when he says Percy 'doesn't have what it takes'? Is this a fair criticism?

That is not a fair criticism because he is very brave. Signup and view all the answers

What deal does Percy make with Ares?

Percy says if he wins, he gets the bolt and the helm. Signup and view all the answers

How does Percy's ADHD keep him alive in the fight?

Percy keeps moving and dodging. Signup and view all the answers

What strategy does Percy use to beat Ares?

Percy messed him up with a wave then aimed at his head then switched to his ankle. Signup and view all the answers

After Percy wounds Ares, what strange thing happens that makes Ares back off?

Kronos brings him off by freezing him and not letting him kill Percy. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important that the Furies witness Percy's battle?

They were there to see if he did take the helm. Signup and view all the answers

At the end of the chapter, what does Percy decide he must do to complete the quest?

Percy decides he must fly back to New York. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Percy Jackson Chapter 20 Study Notes

Percy willingly gets soaked to avoid detection by patrol guards, concealing his identity as Poseidon’s son.
Ares believes that family conflicts are the most brutal, as they lead to deep betrayal and division among relatives.
Percy's suspicion of Ares taking orders from another force arises when Ares expresses indifference, hinting at a larger scheme.
Ares criticizes Percy’s capabilities by highlighting his failures, yet this view is seen as unfair due to Percy’s exemplary bravery throughout his journey.
Percy strikes a deal with Ares: should he win, he will receive the stolen bolt and the helm of darkness.
Percy's ADHD serves as an advantage in battle, helping him stay alert and agile, allowing continuous movement and evasion.
To defeat Ares, Percy employs a tactical approach by initially disrupting him with a wave, then targeting Ares’s head, and smartly redirecting his attack to Ares’s ankle.
After wounding Ares, a significant event occurs: Kronos immobilizes Ares, preventing him from killing Percy, indicating a powerful intervention.
The Furies’ presence during the battle is critical; they observe the fight to confirm whether Percy takes possession of the helm.
Conclusively, Percy resolves to return to New York in order to fulfill his quest and restore balance.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 20 in 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians'. These flashcards cover key concepts and important quotes, helping you understand the underlying themes and character motivations. Perfect for studying or reviewing key elements from the chapter!