Percy's Quest: Unraveling Chapter 20 of The Lightning Thief

Percy Jackson and his friends are rescued by the Coast Guard after a dangerous adventure. They reflect on the events and realize they were tricked by Ares, the god of war, who wants to start a war among the gods. Percy confronts Ares, leading to a battle where Percy uses his water powers to gain the upper hand. After the battle, Percy realizes a greater threat is at play and decides to return to New York to prevent a war among the gods.

Why did Percy give his shoes to Grover?

• Because Grover asked for them

• Because Grover had hooves

• Because Grover's shoes were wet

• Because Percy didn't need them

Who does Percy suspect stole Zeus's master bolt and Hades's helm?

• Ares

• Another hero

• Hades

• Clarisse

What does Ares reveal about the master bolt?

• It was lost in the sea

• It was given to Hades directly

• It was disguised as a backpack

• It was hidden in a cave

How does Percy manage to defeat the wild boar?

• By asking for help from Annabeth

• By slashing its tusk and using the sea

• By running away

• By using a magical spell

What does Percy use to gain an advantage over Ares during their battle?

• A magical shield

• The power of the sea

• A spell from Annabeth

• A hidden dagger

What happens to Ares after Percy wounds him?

• He curses Percy and then disappears

• He surrenders to Percy

• He disappears immediately

• He calls for backup

Who arrives after Ares disappears and what do they do?

• Hades, who demands his helm

• Zeus, who congratulates Percy

• The Furies, who take Hades's helm

• The police, who arrest Percy

What does Percy ask the Furies to do with Hades's helm?

• Destroy it

• Return it to Hades and tell the truth

• Keep it as a trophy

• Give it to Zeus

What does Percy realize about the entity in the pit?

• It is Hades

• It is a harmless creature

• It is a powerful force stronger than the Furies

• It is Zeus

What is the group's next plan after defeating Ares?

• To hide from the gods

• To rest and recover

• To fly back to New York

• To confront Zeus