WorksheetsPercy Jackson and the Lightning Thief Vocabulary
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
“But its presence didn’t feel evil, like my demonic math teacher Mrs. Dodds or the Minotaur.”
Which would be the best synonym (similar meaning) to "demonic"?
presence
teacher
evil
Minotaur
What does the word "domain" mean as it is used in this sentence?
a mountain or high peak
a dangerous place
an area controlled by a ruler
the back of an airplane, near the engine
Which definition of "expression" matches the way the word is used in the sentence above?
Noun - a pressing out or squeezing of juice
Noun - representing in art, music; symbols
Noun - showing a feeling, look that shows meaning or feeling
Noun - a symbol(s) demonstrating a mathematical fact or operation
What does the word "shoals" mean in the context of Chapter 17?
Rocky areas in shallow water
Large ships
Guardians of the sea
Strong waves
A centaur is a type of (a) creature since it is half human and half horse.
mythological
archetype
broad
embark
What does the word 'ambrosia' mean as it is used in 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) A type of poison
B) Food of the gods
C) A magical weapon
D) A mythical creature
In 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief', what is the best synonym for 'celestial'?
A) Earthly
B) Heavenly
C) Ordinary
D) Mundane
What does the word 'minotaur' refer to in 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) A type of plant
B) A mythical creature
C) A magical spell
D) A historical event
Which word best describes the tone of the narrator in 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) Sarcastic
B) Joyful
C) Melancholic
D) Indifferent
What is the meaning of 'oracle' as used in 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) A wise person
B) A prediction or prophecy
C) A type of tree
D) A magical potion
In 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief', what does the word 'chariot' refer to?
A) A type of weapon
B) A vehicle used in ancient times
C) A mythical creature
D) A type of food
What does the word 'demigod' mean in the context of 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) A full god
B) A half-human, half-god
C) A mythical creature
D) A type of spell
In 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief', what is the best synonym for 'labyrinth'?
A) Maze
B) Garden
C) Fortress
D) Palace
What does the word 'satyr' mean in 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) A type of fruit
B) A half-human, half-goat creature
C) A magical spell
D) A historical figure
In 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief', what is the meaning of 'prophecy'?
A) A type of dance
B) A prediction of the future
C) A historical event
D) A type of weapon
What does the word 'trident' refer to in 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) A type of fish
B) A three-pronged spear
C) A mythical creature
D) A type of tree
In 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief', what is the best synonym for 'mythological'?
A) Historical
B) Fictional
C) Scientific
D) Modern
What does the word 'underworld' mean in 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) A type of plant
B) The realm of the dead
C) A magical spell
D) A historical event
In 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief', what is the meaning of 'Olympus'?
A) A type of mountain
B) The home of the gods
C) A mythical creature
D) A type of food
What does the word 'nymph' mean in 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) A type of insect
B) A minor nature goddess
C) A magical spell
D) A historical figure
In 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief', what is the best synonym for 'heroic'?
A) Cowardly
B) Brave
C) Ordinary
D) Weak
What does the word 'quest' mean in 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) A type of food
B) A journey with a purpose
C) A mythical creature
D) A type of weapon
In 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief', what is the meaning of 'harpy'?
A) A type of bird
B) A winged spirit
C) A magical spell
D) A historical event
What does the word 'centaur' mean in 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief'?
A) A type of fruit
B) A half-human, half-horse creature
C) A magical spell
D) A historical figure
In 'Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief', what is the best synonym for 'epic'?
A) Short
B) Grand
C) Simple
D) Dull
