The Lightning Thief: Chapters 8-10 Review

Questions and Answers

What was the only activity Percy excelled at?

Canoeing.

How was Percy able to suddenly defeat Luke in a training battle?

Percy poured water over his head, making him feel rejuvenated.

How else can Grover get his searcher's license?

Grover must go along with Percy on a quest and have both come back safely to get his searcher's license.

Who was the girl who sacrificed herself for her friends to get to safety?

Thalia, the daughter of Zeus. Signup and view all the answers

Which cabins were allied with Athena's cabin for capture the flag?

The Apollo and Hermes cabins. Signup and view all the answers

How did Percy help his team win?

Percy helped because the Ares kids, the strongest of their allies, all went after Percy because he made their leader, Clarisse, look stupid, while the Hermes cabin headed for their flag. Signup and view all the answers

How did Percy defeat the Ares kids?

Percy was pushed into the creek, healing and energizing him, and was able to fend the Ares kids off. Signup and view all the answers

What creature attacked Percy, and where was it from?

A hellhound from the Fields of Punishment attacked Percy. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Percy's father?

Poseidon, the God of the sea, is Percy's dad. Signup and view all the answers

Which cabin was Percy moved to?

Cabin 3. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Oracle of Delphi say to Percy?

You shall go west, and see the god who has turned. You will find what was stolen, and see it safely returned. You will be betrayed by one who calls you a friend, and you shall fail to save what matters most, in the end. Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of Percy's quest?

Percy has to return Zeus' stolen Master Bolt, whom accused Percy of stealing, but really, it was Hades who stole it. Percy has to retrieve it from the Underworld and return it to Zeus. Signup and view all the answers

Why are drachmas golden, not silver?

Drachmas are golden because the mortal ones are silver, and Olympians use only gold. Signup and view all the answers

What was the magic item Luke gave Percy?

Luke gave Percy a pair of winged sneakers that could make him fly. Signup and view all the answers

What was the other magic item Chiron gave Percy?

Chiron gave Percy a pen from Poseidon that turned into a sword and always returned to his pocket. Signup and view all the answers

What did Percy, Annabeth, and Grover see on the bus?

They saw the three furies, including Mrs. Dodds. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Percy's mother marry Smelly Gabe?

She married Gabe because his body odor masked Percy's demigod scent so monsters could not find him. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Percy Jackson's Skills and Background

Percy excels in canoeing, indicating his connection to water.
His father is Poseidon, the God of the sea, contributing to his water-based abilities and experiences.

Training and Competitions

Percy uses water to rejuvenate himself and unexpectedly defeats Luke during a training battle.
Allies of Athena's cabin in Capture the Flag include the Apollo and Hermes cabins, showcasing the importance of alliances.
Percy’s actions lead to his team’s victory as Ares kids, provoked by him, focused on retaliating against Percy, allowing the Hermes cabin to secure the flag.
Percy overcomes the Ares kids after being pushed into a creek, which restores his energy.

Notable Events and Characters

Thalia, daughter of Zeus, sacrifices herself to protect her friends, illustrating loyalty and bravery.
Grover, a satyr, needs to accompany Percy on a quest to obtain his searcher’s license, highlighting the bond between them.
A hellhound from the Fields of Punishment attacks Percy, emphasizing the dangers faced by demigods.
The Oracle of Delphi delivers a cryptic prophecy to Percy, detailing his quest and hints of betrayal.

Quest and Objectives

Percy's primary quest is to recover Zeus' stolen Master Bolt, falsely accused of theft, shifting the blame to Hades.
Drachmas are described as golden for Olympians, contrasting with mortal silver ones, reflecting the divine status of Olympians.

Magical Items

Luke gifts Percy winged sneakers that enable him to fly, enhancing his capabilities.
Chiron provides Percy with a magical pen that transforms into a sword, illustrating the unique gifts given to demigods.

Encounters and Challenges

During their bus journey, Percy, Annabeth, and Grover encounter three furies, including Mrs. Dodds, indicating ongoing threats.
Percy's mother marries Smelly Gabe to conceal Percy’s identity as a demigod, using his odor to mask his scent from monsters.

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