Exploring Chapter 4 of The Lightning Thief

Percy and his mother drive through a stormy night with Grover, who reveals his true identity as a sader. They are pursued by a Bullman, a mythical creature, and face numerous dangers. After a car crash, Percy battles the Bullman to protect Grover and himself. Despite his mother's disappearance, Percy manages to defeat the Bullman and reach safety with Grover.

What is Grover's true identity as revealed in the car?

• A human

• A minotaur

• A centaur

• A satyr

Why does Percy's mother drive so urgently through the storm?

• To escape a monster

• To visit a relative

• To get to a hospital

• To attend a meeting

What mythical creature is Grover revealed to be?

• A fairy

• A nymph

• A dragon

• A satyr

What does Percy realize about the myths he learned from Mr. Brunner?

• They are misunderstood

• They are fictional

• They are allegories

• They are true

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What does Percy's mother sacrifice herself to save?

• Percy and Grover

• A family heirloom

• A mysterious artifact

• Her car

How does Percy defeat the monster?

• Calling for reinforcements

• Setting a trap

• Using a magical sword

• Using the monster's own horn

What is the significance of the farmhouse they reach?

• It's a government facility

• It's a trap set by enemies

• It's a safe haven for demigods

• It's an ordinary farmhouse

What does the monster want according to Percy's mother?

• Percy

• Grover

• The car

• A map

How does Percy's mother disappear?

• Into the sea

• Into a flash of light

• Into a dark cloud

• Underground

What does Percy use to distract the monster during their final confrontation?

• A loud noise

• Fireworks

• A flashlight

• His red rain jacket

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