Percy Jackson Ch. 15-16 Questions

Luke says: “Tell Grover it’ll be better this time! Nobody will get turned into a pine tree…” What does this tell you about Grover’s past?

• Grover has never faced any danger before.
• Grover has a reputation for being a great storyteller.
• Grover has a history of someone being turned into a pine tree.
• Grover is known for his bravery in all situations.

What does Ares say that convinces Percy to help him?

• Ares offers Percy a treasure in exchange for his help.
• Ares promises to make Percy a god if he assists him.
• Ares threatens to banish Percy from Olympus.
• Ares appeals to Percy's sense of duty and warns of dire consequences.

How does Annabeth put her knowledge of physics to work on the water ride?

• Annabeth applies her understanding of biology to study aquatic life during the ride.
• Annabeth uses her knowledge of physics to figure out when to jump off the water ride.

• Annabeth relies on her intuition to navigate the water ride safely.
• Annabeth uses her knowledge of chemistry to create a water-resistant formula.

At the end of the chapter, whom do you think Percy is angrier with – Hephaestus or Ares?

• Percy blames himself for the situation.
• Percy is angrier with Ares.
• Percy feels indifferent towards both.
• Percy is angrier with Hephaestus.

What’s in the backpack Ares gives Percy?

• Ares gives Percy a backpack filled with food and water.
• Ares gives Percy a backpack with a map and compass.
• Ares gives Percy a backpack with a shield and other useful items.

• Ares gives Percy a backpack containing a magic wand and potion.

Annabeth says Percy wasn’t smart to anger Ares. Was Percy right to talk back to him?

When does Percy start to realize the casino is a trap?

• Percy realizes the casino is a trap when he observes the odd behavior of the guy on the pinball machine.

• Percy understands the casino is a trap when he sees a famous celebrity.
• Percy realizes the casino is a trap after winning a large jackpot.
• Percy becomes aware of the trap when he receives a free drink from the staff.

How does Percy snap Annabeth out of her trance?

• Percy throws water on her to wake her up.
• Percy calls her name and reminds her of their friendship.
• Percy leaves her alone to figure it out.
• Percy sings a song to distract her.