Percy Jackson Chapters 4-6 Flashcards

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What is Grover officially?

Satyr

What monster does Percy face?

Minotaur/Pasiphae's son

What does Percy use to defeat the monster?

It's own horn

What word does Grover keep saying when he is hungry?

Food Signup and view all the answers

What does Minotaur do to Percy's mother?

Squishes her Signup and view all the answers

How is Grover different in chapter 4 from the beginning of the book?

Has cloven hoofs Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Percy's mom in chapter 4?

Choked by the Minotaur Signup and view all the answers

What does Percy do after he sees his mother disintegrate?

Waves his red rain jacket Signup and view all the answers

Where are Percy, mom and Grover going?

Summer camp Signup and view all the answers

What responsibility does Grover claim to have, and why does this strike Percy as strange?

Grover claims he has to keep Percy safe and Percy thinks he keeps Grover safe Signup and view all the answers

Who is Chiron?

Mr. Brunner/trainer of Heroes Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mr.D?

Dionysus Signup and view all the answers

What game do they play?

Pinochle Signup and view all the answers

What was Percy having dreams about?

Barnyard animals Signup and view all the answers

What was the blonde girl feeding him?

Pudding Signup and view all the answers

What was in the shoebox that Grover brought to car seat?

A black and white bull's horn Signup and view all the answers

What is Mr.D's job at the camp?

Camp director Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mr.D's father?

Zeus Signup and view all the answers

Who is feeding Percy when he wakes up?

Annabeth Signup and view all the answers

What half animal is Chiron?

White stallion Signup and view all the answers

How many cabins are at camp? Why this number?

12, The Olympians Signup and view all the answers

What cabin is Percy assigned to? Why?

11, Hermes - undetermined/not claimed Signup and view all the answers

Where does Percy go after he kills the Minotaur?

Camp Half-Blood Signup and view all the answers

Who tries to bully Percy on the first day of camp?

Clarisse Signup and view all the answers

What crop was growing at Camp Half-Blood?

Strawberries Signup and view all the answers

At Camp Half-Blood, what do the cabins represent?

12 Greek Gods Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to be a half-blood?

One of your parents is a God Signup and view all the answers

Percy is labeled as this?

Undetermined Signup and view all the answers

Chiron was the trainer of who?

Hercules Signup and view all the answers

Was Percy the first half-blood that Grover had protected?

False Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters and Creatures

Grover is a satyr, the protector of Percy and an important companion on his journey.
Percy confronts the Minotaur, the offspring of Pasiphae, which represents threats from mythology.
The Minotaur tragically squishes Percy's mother, leading to a significant loss for Percy.

Key Items and Actions

Percy uses the Minotaur's own horn as a weapon to defeat it, showcasing his resourcefulness.
After witnessing his mother’s fate, Percy waves his red rain jacket, a gesture of desperation and defiance.
Grover frequently utters "food" when hungry, adding comic relief to dire situations.

Setting and Events

The trio (Percy, his mother, and Grover) is en route to summer camp, specifically Camp Half-Blood, a sanctuary for demigods.
Percy is assigned to Cabin 11, representing Hermes, indicating that he is undetermined and not claimed by a god.
Clarisse, a bully at camp, represents the social challenges Percy faces among his peers.

Camp Information

Camp Half-Blood features 12 cabins signifying the 12 Olympians, reflecting the lineage of the campers.
The camp director, Mr. D (Dionysus), oversees activities and is characterized by his unique personality.
Strawberries are cultivated on camp grounds, highlighting the camp's sustenance and agricultural focus.

Relationships and Responsibilities

Grover struggles with the irony of claiming to protect Percy while feeling like Percy protects him.
Annabeth, a significant character, feeds Percy during his recovery, initiating their connection.
Chiron, a centaur, serves as a trainer of heroes, including Hercules, and play a critical role in training demigods.

Themes and Concepts

Being a half-blood means having a parent who is a god, aligning with themes of identity and belonging.
Percy struggles with being labeled "undetermined," reflecting his feelings of inadequacy in a world of defined heroes.
The camp nurtures young demigods, emphasizing the importance of community and heritage in their development.

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