The Lightning Thief

What is Percy Jackson's attitude towards his school and teachers at the beginning of the book?

• He is enthusiastic and loves school.

• He is indifferent and doesn't care much about school.

• He feels out of place and struggles with his schoolwork.

• He is a top student and respected by all his teachers.

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What unusual ability does Percy discover he has in Chapter 1?

• The ability to communicate with animals.

• The ability to breathe underwater.

• The ability to control the weather.

• None of the above

Who is Mr. Brunner, and what is unique about him?

• He is Percy's math teacher who is exceptionally boring.

• He is Percy's best friend who is secretly a monster.

• He is Percy's Latin teacher who uses a wheelchair.

• He is Percy's father who has been missing for years.

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What theme is introduced through Percy's experiences in Chapter 1?

• The importance of friendship.

• The struggle between good and evil.

• The journey of self-discovery.

• The value of perseverance.

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How does Percy feel about his dyslexia and ADHD?

• He sees them as superpowers.

• He is embarrassed and tries to hide them.

• He believes they make learning impossible.

• He views them as obstacles that he can overcome.

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What inference (educated guess) can be made about Percy's relationship with his mother from Chapter 1?

• They are estranged and rarely speak.

• They have a strong and supportive relationship.

• Percy resents his mother for his difficulties.

• Percy's mother is overly protective and controlling.

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What does Percy's encounter with the supernatural in Chapter 1 suggest about the world he lives in?

• It is a completely normal world with no magic.

• It is filled with hidden dangers and mysteries.

• It is a dream world that Percy has imagined.

• It is a futuristic world with advanced technology.

What role does Grover play in Percy's life according to Chapter 1?

• He is Percy's rival and often causes trouble for him.

• He is Percy's best friend and tries to help cover for him in bad situations.

• He is a minor acquaintance that Percy rarely interacts with.

• He is Percy's teacher and mentor in magical matters.

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What can be inferred about the setting of the story from the details in Chapter 1?

• It takes place in a historical setting with no modern technology.

• It is set in a magical realm separate from the human world.

• It occurs in the modern world with hidden magical elements.

• It is set in a post-apocalyptic future.

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What is the significance of Percy's dyslexia and ADHD in the context of the story's theme?

• They symbolize the challenges everyone faces in their journey.

• They are magical traits that give him special powers.

• They represent the imperfections that make Percy unique.

• They are obstacles that Percy must overcome to find his true identity.

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