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Why are the counselors having a hard time deciding who Percy's dad is?
Why are the counselors having a hard time deciding who Percy's dad is?
He isn't good at the outside activities, except canoeing.
What was Percy's job during capture the flag?
What was Percy's job during capture the flag?
Border patrol.
What is Annabeth's magical item?
What is Annabeth's magical item?
Yankees baseball cap.
What monster attacked Percy after capture the flag?
What monster attacked Percy after capture the flag?
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The Big Three made an oath to...
The Big Three made an oath to...
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What healed Percy's wounds?
What healed Percy's wounds?
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Where did Percy have a near death experience? Who saved him?
Where did Percy have a near death experience? Who saved him?
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When Zeus broke the vow he made on the River Styx, who suffered?
When Zeus broke the vow he made on the River Styx, who suffered?
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Why is the hill called Half Blood Hill?
Why is the hill called Half Blood Hill?
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What appears in the sky so that Percy knows who his father is?
What appears in the sky so that Percy knows who his father is?
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What are Zeus and Poseidon fighting about?
What are Zeus and Poseidon fighting about?
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Who must Percy see to get the quest?
Who must Percy see to get the quest?
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What was the Oracle?
What was the Oracle?
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Who does Chiron believe is behind the theft of the lightning bolt?
Who does Chiron believe is behind the theft of the lightning bolt?
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What is the name of the surfer dude with all the eyes?
What is the name of the surfer dude with all the eyes?
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What did Luke give Percy?
What did Luke give Percy?
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What did Poseidon give Percy?
What did Poseidon give Percy?
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What happened to the bus in the end?
What happened to the bus in the end?
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According to Grover, why did Percy's mom marry Gabe?
According to Grover, why did Percy's mom marry Gabe?
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According to the newspaper article, Smelly Gabe said what about Percy?
According to the newspaper article, Smelly Gabe said what about Percy?
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Chiron wanted Percy to face the challenges and do what?
Chiron wanted Percy to face the challenges and do what?
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Percy accepted the quest and found out he had to go to the Underworld. Where was it?
Percy accepted the quest and found out he had to go to the Underworld. Where was it?
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Why could Percy not fly to the Underworld?
Why could Percy not fly to the Underworld?
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When must the bolt be returned?
When must the bolt be returned?
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Percy was told, 'You will be betrayed by a __________'
Percy was told, 'You will be betrayed by a __________'
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Who else is going with Grover and Percy on the Quest?
Who else is going with Grover and Percy on the Quest?
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Percy says he's not going on a quest to retrieve the lightning bolt. What do you think is his real reason for going?
Percy says he's not going on a quest to retrieve the lightning bolt. What do you think is his real reason for going?
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Study Notes
Percy's Challenges and Discoveries
- Counselors struggle to identify Percy's godly parentage due to his limited skills in outdoor activities, only excelling in canoeing.
- During capture the flag, Percy served on border patrol, playing a crucial defensive role.
- Annabeth possesses a magical Yankees baseball cap, allowing her to become invisible.
Monsters and Encounters
- Post-capture the flag, Percy is ambushed by a hellhound, highlighting the constant dangers he faces.
- Percy experiences near-death at the climbing wall, saved by the quick actions of Grover.
Family Legacies and Vows
- The Big Three gods, Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades, vowed not to father children with mortals, impacting their offspring's fate.
- Thalia suffers as a result of Zeus breaking his vow made on the River Styx.
Symbolic Revelations
- The hill is known as Half Blood Hill because it was where Thalia heroically saved two demigods.
- A trident appears in the sky as a clear sign of Percy’s divine lineage as Poseidon's son.
Quest for Resolution
- Zeus and Poseidon are embroiled in conflict over a stolen lightning bolt, central to the unfolding crisis.
- Percy must consult the Oracle, portrayed as a mummy, to gain insight into his quest.
- Chiron suspects Hades’ involvement in the theft of Zeus's lightning bolt, pointing to deeper tensions among the gods.
Companions and Gifts
- Argus, a "surfer dude with all the eyes," adds a quirky element to the story as a guardian figure.
- Luke gifts Percy a pair of shoes, while Poseidon bestows a sword upon him, equipping him for his challenges.
Transportation and Boundaries
- The bus carrying Percy and friends is dramatically struck by lightning, symbolizing the risks they face.
- Percy's mother married Gabe for his human scent, which allegedly repelled monsters.
The Quest's Stakes
- Percy learns about the urgency of returning the bolt by the summer solstice, adding pressure to the mission.
- He receives a prophetic warning about betrayal from a friend, foreshadowing future challenges.
- Annabeth joins Percy and Grover on the quest to retrieve the stolen bolt, emphasizing the theme of friendship and teamwork.
Motivation and Courage
- Despite initial reluctance, Percy's true motivation for embarking on the quest is to rescue his mother from the clutches of the Underworld, showcasing his bravery and loyalty.
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Test your knowledge on chapters 8 to 10 of Percy Jackson. This quiz covers key events, character attributes, and magical items. Challenge yourself with these flashcard questions to see how well you remember the details!