Lightning Thief-Chapter 15

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'as brave as a lion'.

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Who is Luke in 'The Lightning Thief'?

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Luke is a character in 'The Lightning Thief' who communicates with Percy through Iris messaging at Camp Half-Blood.

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Who does Ares blame for stealing Zeus' lightning bolt?

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Ares blames Hades for stealing Zeus' lightning bolt.

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Why does Percy decide to help Ares?

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Percy decides to help Ares because Ares claims to have information about Percy's mother.

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What type of creatures were crawling all over in Chapter 15?

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The creatures crawling all over were spiders.

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What is the significance of Iris messaging in the story?

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Iris messaging is a way for demigods to communicate over long distances using the rainbow as a medium.

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Define 'figurative language'.

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Figurative language is a way of using words to create a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation, often to create imagery or express ideas.

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What role does Ares play in Percy's journey?

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Ares serves as an antagonist who manipulates Percy into helping him, while also providing crucial information.

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What is the main conflict in Chapter 15?

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The main conflict involves Percy trying to retrieve Zeus' stolen lightning bolt and dealing with the challenges posed by Ares.

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Explain the term 'hyperbole'.

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.