In order to prove his theory about sounds correct, Champollion needed to identify a second name that contained some of the same
hieroglyphs as Ptolemy's. There weren't any on the Rosetta Stone, so Champollion turned to copies of hieroglyphic inscriptions from other Egyptian monuments and temples. But no matter how many copies he examined, he couldn't locate a name that met his requirements. —The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone,
James Cross Giblin
How were Champollion and Young similar?
Both thought hieroglyphs represented sounds and tried to prove it by translating names.
Both believed hieroglyphs represented sounds and looked for proof in Egypt.
Both thought hieroglyphs represented sounds and tried to prove it by studying Greek monuments.
Both believed that hieroglyphs represented sounds and tried to prove it by looking for a second Rosetta Stone.
A young man discovers that his father is actually a god.
This scenario is possible in mythic literature because in both Greek and Roman mythology the gods were known to have affairs with humans. In the story, Percy Jackson finds out that his mom and Zeus were in love at one point and they had a child, him. The novel is also impacted by mythic literature in may other ways, including Percy's adventure into Hades, the character, Grover, and various other elements.
It helps the economy. Casinos bring people to the state which also brings in money. Food places and hotels are also built for the out of state people to stay in. It boosts the economy for that state
