Chapter 11 Assignment The Lightning Thief

Reread pages 172-177, from "Then the door creaked open..." to "What's the harm?," and answer the following questions.

Part A

Which of the following BEST describes Percy's point of view about Auntie Em?

• Percy thinks that Auntie Em is a kind woman.

• Percy thinks that Auntie Em can't be trusted

• Percy thinks that Auntie Em is going to harm them.

• Percy thinks that Auntie Em can help them get to Los Angeles.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Part B

What two pieces of evidence from the text helped you determine his point of view about Auntie Em in this section of the chapter? (Paraphrase or direct quote)

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Part C

How does Percy’s point of view about Auntie Em differ from Annabeth’s?

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

1. Part A

What does Percy’s point of view toward the gods at the end of chapter 11 tell the reader about Percy?

• Percy isn’t afraid to stand up for himself when he thinks he’s being wronged.

• Percy holds back and waits before making thoughtful decisions.

• Percy wants to stop the quest and go back to Camp Half-Blood.

• Percy’s impulsivity puts those he loves in danger.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Part B

Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

• “. . . we’d never make it to L.A. alive . . .” (185).

• “We need a new plan” (187).

• “I looked at Annabeth, daring her to criticize” (187).

• “With best wishes, PERCY JACKSON” (186).

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3