Percy Jackson Chapters 11-22 Vocabulary Quiz

Questions and Answers

What does 'modulated' mean?

changed

What does 'impertinent' describe?

the way someone acts

What does 'pillaging' mean?

robbing

What does 'quivering' mean?

shaking Signup and view all the answers

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

Annabeth was upset because if Percy dies, it would mean that the quest was over. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Grover start to get nervous at the emporium? (List several reasons.)

One reason Grover starts to get nervous is because Aunty Em locks the door behind them. Secondly, there was a garden gnome that looked like his uncle. Finally, when they tried to leave, she asked for a picture of them for her next design and didn't have a camera out. Signup and view all the answers

Did you guess Aunty Em's true identity before Percy did? What clues gave her away?

Yes, Aunty Em said her two other sisters had something horribly done to them, and that the tale wasn't child-appropriate. She also had a garden gnome store and when she asked for a picture for her next design, she didn't get a camera. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Annabeth say they have to kill Medusa? Why can't they just run away?

Annabeth says they must kill Medusa because she will keep turning people into stone, posing a constant threat. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Percy sends Medusa's head to Mount Olympus? Do you think this is a good idea?

Percy sends the head of Medusa to Mt. Olympus because he was angry with the Gods and wanted to give them a 'souvenir.' I think this is a bad idea because the gods might punish him. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Grover want a searcher's license?

Grover wants a searcher's license so he could look for the forgotten Greek God Pan. Signup and view all the answers

According to Grover, why did Percy mail Medusa's head to Mount Olympus?

Grover believes Percy mailed the head to the Gods to make his dad proud and to show a big accomplishment. Signup and view all the answers

Who do you think is talking to Percy in the dream? Who is this voice from the pit?

The voice is from Hades, the god of the underworld, and it is also connected to Percy's mother. Signup and view all the answers

What terrible realization does Percy make toward the end of the dream? What does the voice want from him?

The voice (Kronos) wants the master bolt to battle the gods. Signup and view all the answers

If you were offered the choice in Percy's dream - to save your own parent's life or complete your quest and prevent a terrible war - what would you choose?

I would choose to save my parent's life. Family always comes first no matter what. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'alternately' mean?

continually pacing Signup and view all the answers

What does 'deceitful' mean?

liar or untrustworthy Signup and view all the answers

What does 'revelation' mean?

fact said in a dramatic way Signup and view all the answers

What does 'mortality' mean?

being told you're able to pass away Signup and view all the answers

Why does Percy try to keep a low profile on the train?

Percy tries to keep a low profile because he is technically missing and feels like he is being hunted. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Percy laugh when Annabeth tells him what she wants to be?

Percy laughs because Annabeth wants to be an architect, and he thought she would want to be a warrior. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the Chimera.

The Chimera has a forked tongue, black gums, fangs for teeth, and sideways pupils. Signup and view all the answers

What is Percy's 'fatal mistake' while battling the Chimera?

Percy's fatal mistake was striking the Chimera's dog collar with his riptide, which broke the sword. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Definitions

Modulated: Refers to changing or adjusting something.
Impertinent: Describes someone's manner of behavior that is rude or disrespectful.
Pillaging: Means to rob or plunder something, often referring to loot taken by force.
Quivering: Indicates a state of shaking or trembling.

Character Dynamics

Annabeth is upset with Percy for taking risks, fearing his death would end their quest.
Grover becomes anxious at the emporium due to several unsettling signs: Aunty Em locks the door, a garden gnome resembling his uncle, and Aunty Em's behavior suggesting transformation into Medusa.

Medusa's Encounter

Annabeth believes killing Medusa is necessary to prevent her from turning more people into stone, as her actions will only continue if left unchecked.
Percy mails Medusa's head to Olympus out of anger, viewing it as a "souvenir" to confront the gods. This may provoke their wrath.

Quest Motivations

Grover seeks a searcher's license to search for the Greek God Pan, whom satyrs revere.
Percy desires recognition from his father through the act of sending Medusa’s head to Olympus, considering it a significant accomplishment.

Themes of Family and Sacrifice

In a pivotal dream, a voice from the pit (Hades) signals Percy's mother’s peril, leading to a profound realization about his quest's stakes: the master bolt is crucial for a conflict with the gods.
A potential moral dilemma arises regarding whether to save family or fulfill a greater duty, with a personal preference for prioritizing family ties.

Physical Encounters and Consequences

Observing the mystery behind Percy's low profile on the train highlights his status as a missing person and creates a sense of peril.
A humorous exchange occurs when Annabeth expresses her desire to be an architect, contrasting with Percy's expectations of her wanting to be a warrior.

Chimera Description and Battle

The Chimera is visually described as fearsome, with featured traits such as a forked tongue, fangs, and sideways pupils.
Percy makes a critical error during the fight by striking the Chimera's collar, damaging his riptide sword, which leads to his disadvantage in battle.

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Test your knowledge of vocabulary from chapters 11 to 22 of 'Percy Jackson And The Lightning Thief'. This quiz includes various words and their definitions, along with context from the story. Understand key terms and character emotions to enhance your reading experience.