Question

text - dependent questions the lightning thief, chapter
rl.4.1, rl.4.2, rl.4.4, l.4.4a, l.6.4h
name:__ date:__
directions: answer the following questions, using evidence to
support your ideas where appropriate.

1. “it allows hades to become darkness... he can’t be seen or

smelled. and he can radiate fear so intense it can drive you out of your
heart. why do you think all rational creatures fear the darkness?”
what do you think rational means as it is used in the sentence?
a. immortal
b. nervous
c. young
d. intelligent

1. part a

complete the chart below to break up the word rational into its root and
suffix. you may use your affix list and dictionary as resources.

word part	root and origin	suffix
		al
meaning

part b
use what you know about these word parts to write a definition of
rational in your own words, and explain its meaning as it is used in
chapter 13.

Explanation:

1. The word "rational" comes from the root "ratio - reason, logic" and the suffix "-al" which makes it an adjective. In the context of the sentence about rational creatures, it means creatures that are intelligent and can think logically. So the answer to the multiple - choice question is D. intelligent.
2. For Part A, the root is "ratio" meaning reason or logic and the suffix is "-al" which is used to form adjectives.
3. For Part B, "rational" can be defined as having the ability to think, understand, and make logical judgments. In the context of chapter 13 (though not provided what is in chapter 13), it likely refers to beings or actions that are based on reason and logic.

Answer:

1. D. intelligent
2. Root: ratio (reason, logic), Suffix: -al (makes it an adjective)
3. Rational means having the ability to think, understand, and make logical judgments.