Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief Flashcard

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Who are the Fates in Percy Jackson?

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The Fates are three old ladies who control the thread of life, determining how long each person will live.

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What does cutting the string mean when referring to the Fates?

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Cutting the string means someone is going to die.

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Who betrayed Percy in 'The Lightning Thief'?

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Luke betrayed Percy.

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What happened to Percy's mom at the beginning of the story?

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Percy's mom was attacked by the Minotaur and made to disappear.

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What is a demigod?

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A demigod, or Half-blood, is a person whose one parent is a god and the other is a human.

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Who is Ares in 'The Lightning Thief'?

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Ares is the god of war who tricked Percy, Zeus, and Hades.

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What is the significance of the Minotaur in the story?

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The Minotaur is a monster that attacks Percy and his mother, leading to her disappearance.

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What special powers do demigods like Percy have?

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Demigods often have special abilities related to their godly parent, such as strength, agility, or elemental control.

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Who is Grover in 'The Lightning Thief'?

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Grover is Percy's best friend and a satyr who helps protect him.

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What role does Annabeth play in the story?

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Annabeth is a daughter of Athena and becomes one of Percy's allies on his quest.

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