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The Helm of Darkness has been disguised as a __________.
The Helm of Darkness has been disguised as a __________.
ski cap.
Percy battles a ______________ before he battles Ares.
Percy battles a ______________ before he battles Ares.
boar
__________ and _________ come to watch the battle.
__________ and _________ come to watch the battle.
Cops and spectators
Percy gives the Helm of Darkness to _____________.
Percy gives the Helm of Darkness to _____________.
Ares shows his true _________________.
Ares shows his true _________________.
Percy injures ____________.
Percy injures ____________.
Ares admits to trying to start ____________.
Ares admits to trying to start ____________.
What details does Percy learn about what Ares did in this chapter?
What details does Percy learn about what Ares did in this chapter?
How does Percy defeat Ares in their battle?
How does Percy defeat Ares in their battle?
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Ares' Intention
Ares' Intention
Ares admits he attempted to instigate a war among the gods to disrupt the balance of power and sow chaos.
Lightning Bolt Placement
Lightning Bolt Placement
Ares hid the master bolt in Percy's backpack.
Helm Recipient
Helm Recipient
Mrs. Dodds receives it after the fight with Ares.
Percy's Victory
Percy's Victory
Percy stabs Ares in the heel with Riptide and uses a wave to his advantage.
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Pre-Ares Opponent
Pre-Ares Opponent
Before battling Ares, Percy faces a wild boar as a warm-up.
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Helm of Darkness Disguise
Helm of Darkness Disguise
A ski cap
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Ares' Transformation
Ares' Transformation
Ares shows his true, powerful godly form during the battle.
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Key Events in Chapter 20 of The Lightning Thief
- The Helm of Darkness is cleverly disguised as a ski cap, concealing its true identity.
- Percy encounters a boar as a prelude to his battle with Ares, adding tension to the narrative.
- Cops and spectators are present during the confrontation, emphasizing the public nature of the conflict.
- Percy returns the Helm of Darkness to Mrs. Dodds, indicating a resolution of that plot thread.
- Ares reveals his immortal form in the heat of battle, showcasing his true power as a god.
- Percy successfully injures Ares, marking a significant achievement in their confrontation.
- Ares confesses to plotting to instigate a war among the gods, demonstrating his antagonistic character.
Insights into Ares' Actions
- Ares manipulated circumstances by placing the lightning bolt in Percy’s backpack, ensuring its exposure in the Underworld.
- He acquired the stolen lightning bolt and Helm of Darkness from the original thief, revealing his connections and cunning.
- Ares harbors desires to incite conflict among the gods, highlighting the themes of discord and betrayal.
Percy’s Victory
- Percy defeats Ares by stabbing him in the heel with Riptide, utilizing a moment of distraction caused by the spectators to land a crucial attack.
- The wave crashing over Ares coincides with Percy’s strike, symbolizing the chaos he brings to the battle.
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