Exploring Chapter 2 of The Lightning Thief

Percy Jackson experiences strange events at school, including hallucinations and academic struggles. He overhears a conversation between Mr. Brunner and Grover about his safety, leading to concerns about his future. As he prepares to leave Yancy Academy, Percy encounters three mysterious old ladies who seem to be watching him, adding to the mystery surrounding his life.

What unusual event does Percy experience at the beginning of the chapter?

• He gets lost in the school.

• He finds a hidden treasure.

• He meets a new teacher who everyone else thinks has been there for months.

• He sees a ghost.

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How do the students react when Percy mentions Mrs. Dodds?

• They ignore him.

• They agree with him.

• They look at him like he's crazy.

• They laugh at him.

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What happens to Percy’s grades and behavior as the school year progresses?

• They improve significantly.

• He becomes a model student.

• They remain the same.

• They get worse, leading to his expulsion.

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What subject does Percy focus on studying for his exams?

• Math

• History

• Science

• Latin

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What does Percy overhear Mr. Brunner and Grover discussing?

• Their vacation plans.

• A new student joining the school.

• Percy being in some kind of danger.

• A surprise party for Percy.

What does Grover give Percy after their conversation?

• A letter

• A book

• A business card with a mysterious address

• A map

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What is Grover's reaction when Percy mentions the old ladies at the fruit stand?

• He gets very nervous and insists they get back on the bus.

• He ignores Percy.

• He laughs it off.

• He takes a picture of them.

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What do the three old ladies at the fruit stand appear to be doing?

• Reading books

• Playing cards

• Knitting giant socks

• Selling fruit

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What does the middle old lady do that deeply unsettles Grover?

• She throws something at them.

• She cuts a piece of yarn with large scissors.

• She speaks to them.

• She waves at them.

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What does Grover's reaction to the old ladies suggest about their significance?

• They are harmless old women.

• They are much worse than Mrs. Dodds.

• They are friendly and helpful.

• They are just figments of Percy's imagination.

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