The Lightning Thief Chapters 3-4 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Why does Percy ditch Grover when they get to the bus terminal?

Percy ditches Grover because he was freaking him out by looking at him and thinking he was a dead man.

How does Percy describe his mother and her life?

His mom is the best person in the world. She has a lot of tragedy in her life. Her parents died in a plane crash when she was 5 and her uncle died of cancer. She has no money and falls in love with Percy's father. Percy's dad sails around the world and never came back. Percy's stepfather is a jerk and smells bad.

Describe Percy's homecoming.

He arrives home to his stepfather and sees him playing poker with his friends. He asks Percy for gambling money. He throws his money at him and goes to his room angry and upset. He feels safe and happy when mom is home.

Where does Percy's mom say she and Percy are going for the weekend?

To the beach in Montauk, New York for the weekend in the same cabin. They haven't been because Gabe gambled away their money. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Percy gets angry at Gabe and makes the hand gesture he saw Grover make on the bus?

The door gets slammed in Gabe's butt and it sends him flying up the staircase like he was shot from a cannon. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mrs. Jackson tell Percy when he asks if she will be sending him away to another boarding school? What other option does she have?

For his own good and safety. The only option is a summer camp. Signup and view all the answers

Describe Percy's dream.

He had a dream. It was storming on the beach. Beautiful animals, a white horse and a golden eagle, trying to kill each other. The eagle slashes the horse's muzzle with its huge talons. In the end, he screamed 'No!' because the eagle was going down towards the horse's eyes. Signup and view all the answers

Why has Grover come to the cabin and what is different about his appearance?

Grover came to find Percy to warn him and his mom that something really bad is behind him. Grover has no legs and no pants. Grover is half human and half animal. He has fur and hooves on his hind legs. This explains why he has walked with a limp. Signup and view all the answers

What type of creature is Grover?

Grover is a satyr, 1/2 goat and 1/2 man. Signup and view all the answers

What is Grover's explanation of the strange creatures that have been showing up around Percy?

They are mythological creatures. Mrs. Dodds, 3 old ladies. Signup and view all the answers

Why has this been kept from Percy? Why hadn't Percy or the other humans been able to see the creatures?

The less you knew, the fewer monsters you would attract. Percy realized he is not normal. The creatures put a mist over the humans' eyes; the humans had to guess at what they saw. Signup and view all the answers

Who is chasing Percy?

The lord of the dead and a few of his bloodthirsty minions. Signup and view all the answers

Where are Grover, Percy, and Mrs. Jackson headed when they leave the cabin in the middle of the storm?

The summer camp his father wanted him to go to. Signup and view all the answers

What does Percy learn about the Fates?

The Fates are the 3 old ladies cutting the yarn. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Percy's mother tell him to go to the camp alone?

She cannot cross the property line into the camp. The creatures are after Percy, not his mom or Grover. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the creature chasing Percy, Mrs. Jackson, and Grover? Why does Mrs. Jackson tell Percy not to say the creature's name?

1/2 bull, 1/2 man. Pasiphae's son. Don't say it because names have power. Signup and view all the answers

How does Percy get rid of the bull-man?

Percy puts his back to the pine tree and waits for the creature to charge him. The bull-man hits the tree and Percy is on top of his head. He tears one horn off and stabs him with it. Signup and view all the answers

What is the last thing Percy remembers after he and Grover get to the farmhouse?

He collapsed to the floor and sees a familiar face of a man and a pretty girl with princess hair. The girl says 'he must be the one.' Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Percy and Grover's Encounter

Percy leaves Grover at the bus terminal to escape his unsettling stare and thoughts of death.
Grover, who has an unusual appearance with fur and hooves, is a satyr, half goat and half man.

Percy's Family Background

Percy's mother is depicted as the best person he knows, having endured significant tragedies, including the death of her parents and a lack of financial stability.
She has an abusive husband, Gabe, who is unkind and irresponsible, gambling away their money.

Home Life Challenges

Upon returning home, Percy confronts his stepfather Gabe, who asks for gambling money and dismisses him coldly, leaving Percy feeling unhappy.
Percy's mother plans a weekend trip to Montauk, New York, which they have been unable to take previously due to financial limitations.

Disturbing Experiences and Revelations

An intense dream involving a violent confrontation between a white horse and a golden eagle evokes a strong emotional response from Percy.
Grover arrives to warn Percy of impending danger, indicating that there are mythological creatures present, which are invisible to most humans due to a magical mist.

Understanding Monsters and Fate

Percy learns that knowledge can attract monsters, and the mystical veil keeps their existence hidden from most people.
The creatures pursuing Percy include the lord of the dead and his minions, signifying a significant danger to him.

The Journey to Safety

Grover, Percy, and Mrs. Jackson flee to a summer camp intended for Percy’s safety, as Mrs. Jackson cannot enter due to magical boundaries.
The Fates, represented by three old women cutting yarn, are significant figures in Percy's unfolding story.

Confronting Danger

A monstrous creature, part bull and part man, is chasing them, but Mrs. Jackson advises Percy not to utter its name because names can wield power.
In a moment of bravery, Percy manages to defeat the bull-man by using its momentum against it, demonstrating his strength and quick thinking.

Final Moments

Percy loses consciousness after reaching safety at the farmhouse, encountering familiar faces that suggest he has a crucial role to play as the narrative unfolds.

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