Percy Jackson Chapters 13-16 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are the page numbers for chapter 13?

197-211

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

Because his name and pictures are on the front pages of several newspapers.

What does Annabeth want to build?

A monument for the gods.

What magic item does Hades have?

Helm of darkness. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the chimera.

Tall, head of lion, body and hooves of goat, and tail of serpent, ten foot long. Signup and view all the answers

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

He slashed his neck when the chimera was turning. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Percy decide he has no other choice but to jump?

He thought that if the monster thought he fell off the arch and died, then they would leave and keep the family safe. Signup and view all the answers

When he lands in the Mississippi River, what does Percy realize that amazes him?

He didn't die, he wasn't wet, and he was breathing underwater normally. Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Percy consider himself a hero?

He thinks that the people in the arch died and he didn't do anything to protect them. Signup and view all the answers

What does the woman in the water say Percy must do before entering the underworld?

Take the sword, go to the beach in Santa Monica before leaving for the underworld because it is his dad's will. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the family in the arch with Percy?

The mom was on a stretcher, and the paramedics think she is crazy. Signup and view all the answers

Which goddess assists Annabeth in contacting Camp Half-Blood?

Iris. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Annabeth contact Camp Half-Blood?

In the do-it-yourself car wash. Signup and view all the answers

How much does it cost to send an Iris message?

75 cents. Signup and view all the answers

What lie does Percy tell Luke?

That his flying shoes are coming in handy. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ares say that convinces Percy to help him?

That he knows a secret about his mom. Signup and view all the answers

According to Annabeth, how does Hephaestus deal with his wife and Ares having an affair?

He always tries to trap them by embarrassing them on Mount Olympus in front of all the other gods. Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Grover smell any monsters at the Thrill Ride O' Love, even though it is a trap?

The trap is for gods, that is why. Signup and view all the answers

How does Grover save the day?

Grabbing Percy and Annabeth in midair, trying to pull them down from a crash landing. Signup and view all the answers

What is in the backpack that Ares gives them?

Twenty dollars, a pouch full of drachmas, fresh clothes, double stuff Oreos. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Percy mad at, Ares or Hephaestus? Why?

Ares, because he didn't tell Percy it was a trap. Signup and view all the answers

What news does Ares give Percy about his mom?

His mom isn't dead, just held hostage. Signup and view all the answers

How does Grover make sure the animals are safe?

Placing a satyr sanctuary. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Lotus Casino represent and what does the author want to convey?

A neon flower; never go somewhere that seems too good to be true. Signup and view all the answers

When does Percy find out that it is a trap?

He asks people what year it is, and they say 1985, 1993, 1997. Signup and view all the answers

Percy has a dream; what is in each scene?

Standardized test. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 13 to 16 Summary

Percy tries to remain unnoticed on the train due to his name and photos being featured prominently in newspapers.
Annabeth aspires to construct a monument dedicated to the gods.
Hades possesses the Helm of Darkness, allowing him to meld into shadows, pass through walls, and instill fear, making it more powerful than Annabeth’s invisibility cap.
The Chimera is described as a tall creature with the head of a lion, hooves of a goat, and a serpent-like tail measuring ten feet.
During the battle with the Chimera, Percy makes a fatal mistake by slashing its neck while it is turning.
Percy decides to jump off the arch, believing that if the monster thinks he has died, it would leave the family unharmed.
Falling into the Mississippi River, Percy realizes he is unharmed, dry, and able to breathe underwater effortlessly.
Percy does not view himself as a hero because he believes he failed to save the people in the arch.
A woman in the river instructs Percy to take a sword to Santa Monica beach before going to the Underworld; it's a requirement from his father.
After the incident in the arch, Percy's mom is taken on a stretcher while paramedics view her as delusional.
Annabeth uses Iris messaging to contact Camp Half-Blood, requiring 75 cents at a DIY car wash, involving a rainbow created with a spray bottle.
Percy deceives Luke by claiming his flying shoes are useful.
Ares convinces Percy to assist him by revealing he knows a secret regarding Percy's mother.
Annabeth explains that Hephaestus seeks to embarrass Ares and Aphrodite in front of the other gods as revenge for their affair.
Grover is oblivious to monsters at the Thrill Ride O' Love since the trap is set for the gods.
Grover heroically saves Percy and Annabeth midair, ensuring their safety during a crash landing.
Ares provides a backpack containing twenty dollars, drachmas, fresh clothing, and Double Stuf Oreos.
Percy feels angry at Ares for not warning him about the trap, directing his frustration away from Hephaestus.
Ares reveals to Percy that his mother is alive but held captive, not deceased.
Grover ensures the safety of animals by establishing a sanctuary for satyrs.
The Lotus Casino symbolizes the allure of places that seem too good to be true, warning readers against such temptations.
Percy discovers the reality of the trap when he realizes the year is much earlier than 2005, as people mention 1985, 1993, and 1997.
Percy experiences a dream featuring a standardized test, reflecting his internal anxieties.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering chapters 13 to 16 of 'Percy Jackson'. Explore key plot points, character motivations, and important magical items as you review your understanding of this fantastic series. Perfect for fans and students alike!