Percy Jackson Chapter 18

Hades is indeed the god of the underworld in Greek mythology. He is one of the twelve Olympian gods and is responsible for ruling over the dead and the realm of the dead. This makes the statement "Hades is the god of the underworld" true.

Charon is the correct answer because in Greek mythology, he is known as the ferryman of Hades who transports the souls of the deceased across the river Styx to the underworld. He is often depicted as a grim figure, guiding the souls to their final resting place. While there are gods associated with wine (Dionysus) and war (Ares), Charon specifically has the role of working in the underworld.

In the context of the underworld, the description of the people as "transparent" suggests that they were see-through or lacking in solid form. This could imply that they were ghost-like or ethereal beings, possibly indicating a supernatural or otherworldly nature. The term "transparent" contrasts with the other options of "red" and "normal," which do not align with typical depictions or expectations of the underworld.

In the given statement, it is mentioned that Percy goes to the underworld to get his mom. This implies that the statement is true. The underworld is a significant location in Greek mythology, and Percy Jackson, the protagonist of the Percy Jackson series, often ventures into the underworld to rescue or communicate with his loved ones. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

Percy does meet Hades in the underworld. This is evident in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, specifically in the book "The Lightning Thief" where Percy encounters Hades while trying to retrieve the Master Bolt. Additionally, in the subsequent books, Percy has multiple interactions with Hades and visits the underworld on various occasions. Therefore, the statement that Percy does not meet Hades in the underworld is false.