Lightning Thief- Chapter 11

Front

What did Percy do to Medusa?

Back

He cut off her head with his sword.

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'like the sound of an owl being tortured'.

Front

What did Aunty Em want the children to do?

Back

Pose for a photograph.

Front

What did Percy use to avoid looking at Medusa directly?

Back

A green glass ball.

Front

What impertinent thing did Percy do because of his anger with the gods?

Back

He stole Zeus's lightning bolt.

Front

Define 'metaphor'.

Back

A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What is the significance of Medusa in Greek mythology?

Back

Medusa is one of the Gorgon sisters, known for her hair of snakes and the ability to turn people to stone.

Front

What does the term 'hero' mean in literature?

Back

A hero is a character who demonstrates courage and the willingness to sacrifice for others.

Front

What is the role of the gods in 'The Lightning Thief'?

Back

The gods influence the lives of the characters, often causing conflict and challenges.

Front

What is a 'quest' in literature?

Back

A quest is a journey or mission undertaken by a character to achieve a specific goal.