Vocabulary
What word means a part of a story that shows the past?
flashback
What do we call the series of events in a story?
Plot.
Name the protagonist of either story we read.
Percy OR Perseus.
What task does Athene give to Perseus at the beginning of the story?
To kill Medusa and bring back her head.
How does Percy's mom show that she is not controlled by Gabe (his stepfather).
-She eats blue food
-She did not take his last name (Ugliano)
What does assumed mean in Percy Jackson?
To believe to be true without proof.
What word means to closely examine details in a story?
Analyze.
Which TWO scenes in Perseus show that he is able to be brave even when he is afraid?
The Leap (jumps off a cliff)
Medusa (attacks and kills the monster)
Name one of the magical objects that Perseus uses to complete his mission.
Magic Sandals- allow him to fly
Magic Shield- is a mirror so he can see Medusa
Magic Sword (Scimitar)- can kill Medusa in one strike
Magic Hat/Hat of Darkness- makes him invisible
Why does the beach (Montauk) make Percy's mom act so calm and happy?
It is where she met his father.
What are two negative vocabulary words that Percy uses to describe himself?
Dyslexic and hyperactive.
What are some clue words that show a FLASHBACK in a story?
Memory, memories, past, remember (any other similar words)
When you read a story, what are some things you can looks for to help you understand what a character is like?
Thoughts
Actions
Dialogue
Responses/Reactions
Name the two gods/goddesses who Percy meets in the story.
Athene/Athena and Hermes.
What clues do we see that Percy's story will be connected with Greek Mythology? Name one.
-He is stalked by a monster with one eye (Cyclops)
-His math teacher Ms. Dodds is a fury (Hades)
In Perseus, what does renown most nearly mean?
Fame. (or synonym)
What new information does Percy learn from a flashback about his father?
That he never met his father.
Which scene in Perseus shows that he is focused on his duty and goals?
When he refuses to stay and dance with the nymphs.
Perseus is not only brave, but he is also clever. Explain how he tricks someone in the story to get what he needs.
Perseus takes the eye from the Three Sisters/Witches. He says he will throw it into the sea unless they tell him the way to go.
Who does Percy resent in Chapter 3?
His father (for leaving).
What skill helps readers picture the story in their minds?
Visualizing.
Explain how Percy’s experiences (one eyed-man, snake, Ms. Dodds) help set up the conflict of the story.
They suggest:
danger
Percy is not normal
a connection to Greek mythology
What theme does Perseus teach about fear and bravery?
Bravery means doing something even when you are afraid.
Atlas agrees to help Perseus find Medusa, but only if they make a deal. Describe this deal.
Atlas agrees to help Perseus get the Magic Hat, but Perseus must return and show Atlas the head of Medusa to turn him to stone (he is tired of holding up the sky).
What clues show us that Percy has a negative view of himself (NAME TWO)
He says he is hyperactive and dyslexic.