Vocabulary-"Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief"

Front

What does the verb 'murmured' mean?

Back

To make a soft, muffled, continuous sound.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What is 'anxiety'?

Back

A feeling of being worried, nervous, or afraid that something will happen.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Which noun describes a person who listens to other people talk without letting them know?

Back

Eavesdropper.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Front

What is the meaning of the verb 'pulverize'?

Back

To destroy completely.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

Which verb means 'wounding, injuring, disabling'?

Back

Maiming.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What does the word 'hero' mean in the context of a story?

Back

A character who is admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

Front

What is a 'myth'?

Back

A traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining a natural or social phenomenon.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What does 'betrayal' mean?

Back

The act of being disloyal or treacherous.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What is a 'quest'?

Back

A long or arduous search for something.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

Front

What does 'sacred' mean?

Back

Regarded with reverence and respect; holy.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4