Exploring Chapter 21 of The Lightning Thief

Percy Jackson returns to New York after a harrowing journey, facing media scrutiny and a tense meeting with the gods Zeus and Poseidon. He learns about his heritage and the looming threat of Kronos. Back home, he confronts his abusive stepfather Gabe, making a pivotal decision about his future.

What was the fabricated story the media reported about Percy Jackson?

• He was a hero who saved the city.

• He was a famous actor.

• He was an international criminal.

• He was a lost child found by the police.

How did Percy and his friends manage to evade the local press at LaGuardia?

• Annabeth used her invisible Yankees cap.

• They bribed the reporters.

• They used a secret exit.

• They disguised themselves.

What did Percy ask the guard at the Empire State Building?

• For directions to the nearest hotel.

• For a map of the building.

• For an audience with Zeus.

• For a place to rest.

What was the guard's initial reaction to Percy's request?

• He immediately granted the request.

• He called security.

• He laughed at Percy.

• He denied the existence of such a floor.

What did Percy see when he stepped out of the elevator in Olympus?

• A bustling city with modern skyscrapers.

• A narrow stone walkway in the middle of the air.

• A dark and gloomy cave.

• A forest filled with mythical creatures.

How did the gods appear when Percy met them in the throne room?

• As giant human forms.

• As animals.

• As glowing orbs of light.

• As small children.

What did Zeus decide after hearing Percy's story?

• To punish Percy.

• To reward Percy with a gift.

• To spare Percy's life.

• To ignore Percy's plea.

Who did Percy suspect was behind the evil stirring in the pit?

• Hades

• Zeus

• Ares

• Kronos

What did Percy find in his room upon returning home?

• A letter from his father.

• A note from his mother.

• A package with a decision to make.

• A new weapon.

What did Percy offer to do for his mother regarding Gabe?

• Call the police.

• Find a new job for her.

• Move to a new city.

• Get rid of Gabe using the package.