Exploring Chapter 14 of Percy Jackson: The Lightning Thief

Percy Jackson falls into the river but discovers he is unharmed and can breathe underwater. He encounters a mysterious woman who delivers a message from his father, urging him to go to Santa Monica. Emerging from the river, Percy reunites with his friends Annabeth and Grover, and they plan their next steps while evading authorities.

What was Percy's initial reaction when he fell into the river?

• He was excited about the adventure.

• He was calm and composed.

• He panicked, thinking he would die.

• He immediately thought of a plan.

How did Percy realize he could breathe underwater?

• He was breathing normally without any issues.

• He used a magical item to breathe.

• He started to choke on water.

• He couldn't breathe and needed help.

What did the mysterious voice instruct Percy to do?

• Retrieve his sword and go to Santa Monica.

• Stay underwater forever.

• Fight the monsters alone.

• Ignore the warnings and continue his journey.

Why did Percy feel ashamed when thinking about the Chimera?

• He was proud of escaping it.

• He was ashamed of not saving the people.

• He felt he could have defeated it easily.

• He felt he had never stood a chance against it.

What did the woman in the water tell Percy about his mother?

• She was waiting for him in Santa Monica.

• She was in great danger.

• Her fate was not as hopeless as he believed.

• She had abandoned him.

What was Percy's reaction to being dry after emerging from the river?

• He was confused and surprised.

• He didn't notice his dry state.

• He was too distracted to care.

• He expected to be dry.

How did the public react to Percy walking out of the river?

• They were curious but distracted.

• They were indifferent.

• They were shocked and scared.

• They immediately recognized him.

What did Grover say about the message from the underwater lady?

• It was probably a trap.

• Percy should ignore it.

• They needed to get Percy to Santa Monica immediately.

• It was unimportant.

What led to Percy and his friends escaping into an alley?

• They were going to buy supplies.

• A news report identified Percy as a wanted individual.

• Grover sensed danger.

• They were chased by a monster.

What was Percy's plan after being identified on the news?

• To confront the police.

• To hide in St. Louis.

• To leave the city by train.

• To call for help from his father.