Mrs. Williams' Lightning Thief Chapters 1-4 Flashcard

Front

What is the overall point-of-view of 'The Lightning Thief'?

Back

First person.

Front

Which detail from the excerpt shows the narrator's nervousness?

Back

"...my hands were shaking so bad..."

Front

What character trait best describes Grover?

Back

Trustworthy.

Front

Which detail supports Grover's trustworthy character trait?

Back

"...where his feet should be, there were no feet. There were cloven hooves..."

Front

What does the narrator express about being a half-blood?

Back

"...I didn't want to be a half-blood..."

Front

What is the significance of the first-person point of view in a story?

Back

It allows readers to see the thoughts and feelings of the main character directly.

Front

How does Grover's character contribute to the story?

Back

He provides support and loyalty to Percy.

Front

What does the term 'half-blood' refer to in the context of the story?

Back

A demigod, or a child of a god and a mortal.

Front

Why is the detail about cloven hooves important?

Back

It hints at Grover's true nature as a satyr.

Front

What emotion does the narrator feel towards his father?

Back

Anger.