On page 323, it showed that Ares wasn't sure of the answers that Percy was asking him. Ares is a god of war, so everything he does, he does in full confidence, however in this case he struggles to answer the question.
.
a narrow, keelless boat with pointed ends, propelled by a paddle or paddles.
Answer:
Explanation: I honestly don't know. It is confusing me. I am sorry.
Answer:
Buck is a good leader and had good similar leadership qualities like his predecessor.
This is because he made sure everything was in order. He also showed that he had the strength and was a good motivator of the people. He was able to persevere different conditions while leading the group of people.