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Who is the author of 'Sea of Monsters'?
Who is the author of 'Sea of Monsters'?
Rick Riordan
What is Percy's dream about?
What is Percy's dream about?
Grover running away from a monster chasing after him.
What did the monster yell?
What did the monster yell?
Miiiiinnee
Who is Grover?
Who is Grover?
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What did Percy see in the window when he awoke from his dream?
What did Percy see in the window when he awoke from his dream?
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Percy's ballpoint pen becomes a bronze sword called Anaklusmos, which is ancient Greek for?
Percy's ballpoint pen becomes a bronze sword called Anaklusmos, which is ancient Greek for?
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Where is Grover in Percy's dream?
Where is Grover in Percy's dream?
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What is Matt Sloan known for?
What is Matt Sloan known for?
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Describe Tyson, Percy's friend.
Describe Tyson, Percy's friend.
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Where did Tyson live?
Where did Tyson live?
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How was Tyson able to go to Meriwether Prep?
How was Tyson able to go to Meriwether Prep?
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Who was the girl in Percy's Social Studies notebook?
Who was the girl in Percy's Social Studies notebook?
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What does Annabeth want to be when she grows up?
What does Annabeth want to be when she grows up?
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Annabeth is the daughter of who?
Annabeth is the daughter of who?
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What is Athena the god of?
What is Athena the god of?
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Who is Percy's father?
Who is Percy's father?
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Who were Matt Sloan's new evil looking friends' names?
Who were Matt Sloan's new evil looking friends' names?
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What were Matt Sloan's new friends hiding?
What were Matt Sloan's new friends hiding?
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What did Annabeth and Percy find out about Tyson?
What did Annabeth and Percy find out about Tyson?
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What does 'Stethi, O harma diaboles!' mean?
What does 'Stethi, O harma diaboles!' mean?
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What did Annabeth summon when she called out 'Stethi, O harma diaboles!'?
What did Annabeth summon when she called out 'Stethi, O harma diaboles!'?
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What were unusual and dangerous about the Gray Sisters?
What were unusual and dangerous about the Gray Sisters?
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What were the Gray Sisters' names?
What were the Gray Sisters' names?
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What did the Gray Sisters give Percy for exchange of their eye?
What did the Gray Sisters give Percy for exchange of their eye?
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Where is Camp Half-Blood located?
Where is Camp Half-Blood located?
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Study Notes
Author and Characters
- "Sea of Monsters" is authored by Rick Riordan.
- Percy Jackson is the main character who has a recurring dream about his best friend Grover.
- Grover is depicted as Percy's loyal companion since sixth grade.
Dreams and Nightmares
- Percy dreams of Grover being chased by a monster in St. Augustine, Florida.
- The monster yells “Miiiiinnee,” indicating a pursuit.
Percy's Abilities
- Percy's ballpoint pen transforms into a bronze sword called Anaklusmos, meaning Riptide in ancient Greek.
Tyson's Background
- Tyson is described as a tall, shy, sensitive, and childish boy, who lives in a refrigerator box.
- He is allowed to attend Meriwether Prep as part of an initiative to foster gratitude among students by having someone poor in their midst.
Annabeth’s Identity
- Annabeth appears in Percy's social studies notebook and aspires to be an architect.
- She is the daughter of Athena, the goddess of wisdom.
Rivalry and Conflict
- Matt Sloan is introduced as a bully, accompanied by his aggressive friends named Joe Bob, Marrow Sucker, and Skull Eater, who are later revealed to be Laistrygonians.
Discoveries and Revelations
- Percy and Annabeth discover that Tyson is a Cyclops, adding a new layer to his character.
- Annabeth uses the phrase "Stethi, O harma diaboles!" to summon a taxi, showcasing her magical abilities.
The Gray Sisters
- The Gray Sisters are unusual beings who are not mortal and have names: Wasp, Anger, and Tempest.
- They barter their eye for information led by Percy, symbolizing their mystical nature.
Camp Half-Blood
- Camp Half-Blood is located on Long Island, New York, serving as a sanctuary for demigods.
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Test your knowledge on the first three chapters of 'The Sea of Monsters' by Rick Riordan with this mid-term quiz. Review key characters, plot points, and themes through flashcards that cover important moments and vocabulary from the text.