Percy Jackson: Chapters 8-10 Quiz

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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?

Border patrol.

What is Annabeth's magical item?

Yankees baseball cap.

What monster attacked Percy after capture the flag?

A hellhound. Signup and view all the answers

The Big Three made an oath to...

To not have any children with mortals. Signup and view all the answers

What healed Percy's wounds?

The water. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Percy have a near death experience? Who saved him?

Climbing wall; Grover. Signup and view all the answers

When Zeus broke the vow he made on the River Styx, who suffered?

Thalia. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the hill called Half Blood Hill?

Because Thalia saved two half-bloods there. Signup and view all the answers

What appears in the sky so that Percy knows who his father is?

A trident. Signup and view all the answers

What are Zeus and Poseidon fighting about?

A lightning bolt. Signup and view all the answers

Who must Percy see to get the quest?

The Oracle. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Oracle?

A mummy. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Chiron believe is behind the theft of the lightning bolt?

Hades. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the surfer dude with all the eyes?

Argus. Signup and view all the answers

What did Luke give Percy?

A pair of shoes. Signup and view all the answers

What did Poseidon give Percy?

A sword. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the bus in the end?

It was hit by lightning. Signup and view all the answers

According to Grover, why did Percy's mom marry Gabe?

He smelled so human the monsters would stay away. Signup and view all the answers

According to the newspaper article, Smelly Gabe said what about Percy?

He was a troubled kid and had expressed violent tendencies. Signup and view all the answers

Chiron wanted Percy to face the challenges and do what?

Go on a quest to retrieve what was stolen and return it. Signup and view all the answers

Percy accepted the quest and found out he had to go to the Underworld. Where was it?

Los Angeles. Signup and view all the answers

Why could Percy not fly to the Underworld?

Zeus was God of the Sky & was not happy with Poseidon/Percy. Signup and view all the answers

When must the bolt be returned?

By the end of the summer solstice. Signup and view all the answers

Percy was told, 'You will be betrayed by a __________'

friend. Signup and view all the answers

Who else is going with Grover and Percy on the Quest?

Annabeth. Signup and view all the answers

Percy says he's not going on a quest to retrieve the lightning bolt. What do you think is his real reason for going?

To rescue his mom from the Underworld. Signup and view all the answers

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!