Themes
What theme is shown by Percy choosing to leave his mother behind in the Underworld to save the world?
Self-sacrifice / Bravery
What does the lightning bolt symbolize?
Power and conflict
What is Percy’s “Call to Adventure”?
Being attacked by Mrs. Dodds and sent on a quest
What is the exposition of the story?
Percy at Yancy Academy, unaware of his true identity
“My heart was pounding like a bass drum.” What type of figurative language is this?
Simile
What is a theme related to Percy discovering he’s a demigod and learning who he truly is?
Identity
What does water symbolize for Percy?
Safety, strength, identity
Who is Percy’s mentor figure?
Chiron
What is the inciting incident?
Mrs. Dodds attacks Percy
“The sky grew angry.” What is this an example of?
Personification
What theme is reflected in Percy building friendships with Grover and Annabeth?
Loyalty and friendship
What does the Camp Half-Blood necklace represent?
Growth and accomplishments over time
What part of the hero’s journey is it when Percy enters the Underworld?
Approach to the Inmost Cave
What is the climax of the novel?
Percy battles Ares on the beach
“She was a snake in disguise.” This is an example of what?
Metaphor
What theme is explored through the conflict between the gods and their children?
Family conflict / Power struggles
What is symbolic about Medusa’s statue garden?
Danger hidden beneath beauty
What is Percy’s “Ordeal”?
Choosing to leave his mom behind to complete the quest
What is one example of rising action?
The team’s encounters with monsters like Medusa and Chimera
What’s the effect of using vivid imagery when Percy describes the Underworld?
Creates a clear mental picture / builds tension
What overall theme connects the Greek myths to Percy’s modern-day experiences?
Mythology in the modern world
What does the Empire State Building symbolize in the story?
Mount Olympus, the gods' presence in the modern world
What is the “Return with the Elixir” in Percy’s journey?
He returns stronger and wiser, ready for future challenges
What is the resolution of the novel?
Percy returns to New York and chooses to live with his mom
Identify this figurative language: “Boom! Crack! The thunder exploded above me.”
Onomatopoeia