Exploring Chapters 1-3 of The Lightning Thief

Who is the main character introduced in Chapter 1?

• The main character is a supporting character.

• The main character is introduced in Chapter 1.

• The main character is introduced in Chapter 2.

• The main character is not mentioned in Chapter 1.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is the significance of the Yancy Academy in the story?

• Yancy Academy is where the protagonist discovers a hidden treasure.

• Yancy Academy serves as a backdrop for the protagonist's romantic interests.

• Yancy Academy is significant as it symbolizes the protagonist's challenges with identity and belonging.

• Yancy Academy is a prestigious school known for its academic excellence.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Describe the relationship between Percy and his mother, Sally Jackson.

• Percy and Sally Jackson have a distant and indifferent relationship.

• Percy often feels neglected by his mother, Sally Jackson.

• Sally Jackson is overbearing and controlling towards Percy.

• Percy and Sally Jackson have a close and protective relationship.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

What strange occurrences happen to Percy during his field trip?

• Percy finds a hidden treasure map.

• Percy experiences unusual weather changes, encounters with mythical creatures, and feelings of danger.

• Percy discovers a secret passageway.

• Percy meets a talking animal in the museum.

Who is Mr. Brunner and what role does he play in Percy's life?

• Mr. Brunner is a family friend who gives Percy advice.

• Mr. Brunner is Percy's Latin teacher and mentor, who is actually Chiron, a centaur.

• Mr. Brunner is Percy's gym coach who teaches him sports.

• Mr. Brunner is a librarian who helps Percy with his homework.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

What does Percy learn about his father in these chapters?

• Percy's father is Zeus, the king of the gods.

• Percy has no father figure in his life.

• Percy's father is Poseidon, the god of the sea.

• Percy's father is a mortal man.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

How does Percy feel about his school life and classmates?

• Percy feels confident and excels in his studies.

• Percy is indifferent and doesn't care about school.

• Percy feels alienated and struggles with his school life and classmates.

• Percy enjoys his school life and has many friends.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

What is the first monster Percy encounters in the story?

• Cerberus

• Mrs. Dodds

• Minotaur

• Charybdis

What does the term 'half-blood' refer to in the context of the book?

• A character with no magical heritage.

• A character with two magical parents.

• A character who is only part human.

• A character with one magical and one non-magical parent.

How does the author introduce the theme of identity in these chapters?

• The author focuses on the theme of identity through humor and satire.

• Identity is introduced solely through the use of symbolism in the narrative.

• The theme of identity is explored through the setting's historical context.

• The theme of identity is introduced through characters' struggles with self-perception and societal expectations.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9