Vocabulary from The Lightning Thief, Chapter 6
10 Questions
100 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What does the word 'refugee' mean?

  • The main area of a fireplace
  • Striking, unusual or odd
  • Fully grown or developed
  • To run away or escape (correct)

    • What does 'mature' mean?

    Fully grown or developed

    What does 'bizarre' refer to?

    Striking, unusual or odd

    What is a 'hearth'?

    <p>The main area of a fireplace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 'mascot'?

    <p>A person, animal or object supposed to bring good luck</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'hewn' mean?

    <p>To make or shape by cutting with an ax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'sneer' mean?

    <p>To smile or laugh with an expression of scorn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an 'eon'?

    <p>A very long period of time; a billion years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'sullen' mean?

    <p>Gloomy or resentfully silent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'dispel' mean?

    <p>To drive away or scatter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Vocabulary from Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief, Chapter 6

    • Refugee: Refers to an individual who flees or escapes from a dangerous or oppressive situation.
    • Mature: Describes the state of being fully grown, developed, or capable; often associated with emotional or mental growth as well.
    • Bizarre: Characterizes something that is strikingly unusual or odd in nature, standing out from the ordinary.
    • Hearth: The area of a fireplace, often symbolizing warmth and home; central to family gatherings and traditions.
    • Mascot: A person, animal, or object believed to bring good luck, often representing a group or organization at events or sports.
    • Hewn: Pertains to the process of shaping or cutting materials, especially wood or stone, using an ax or similar tool.
    • Sneer: An expression of scorn or contempt, usually conveyed through a smile or laugh showing derision.
    • Eon: A term denoting an extremely long period, typically associated with geological or astronomical timeframes, lasting billions of years.
    • Sullen: Describes a demeanor that is gloomy and resentful, often marked by a persistent silence or withdrawal.
    • Dispel: To drive away or scatter something, particularly referring to emotions or thoughts that cause negativity or fear.

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Description

    Test your knowledge of vocabulary from Chapter 6 of 'The Lightning Thief' by Rick Riordan. This quiz covers key terms and their meanings that enhance your understanding of the text. Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson looking to expand their literary vocabulary!

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser