hunger
in theory (p.4)
according to an idea or rule, though reality may differ
file in (p.16)
enter in an orderly line
comb something (p.65)
search through something carefully / straighten with a comb (depending on context)
odds (p.33)
the chances that something will happen
infer the meaning of the word 'disapproval'.
the feeling of not liking an idea or action
prop one up on (p.3)
support something by leaning it against another thing
be showered with (p.19)
receive a lot of something at once (attention, gifts, praise, etc.)
pore over (50)
study or examine something very carefully
terse (p.17)
using few words to be brief and direct, sometimes blunt
infer the meaning of the word 'benevolent'.
someone/something that is well-meaning, kind, and generous
cocooned in (p.3)
wrapped or protected inside something
pit A against B (p.19)
to force two sides/people to compete or fight each other
turn a blind eye to (p.5)
deliberately ignore something wrong
evasive (p.38)
avoiding giving a direct answer
Explain the emotional nuance of 'beaten-down' compared to just 'tired'.
ex. 'tired' only means physically or mentally needing rest, but 'beaten-down' suggests someone has been repeatedly hurt, almost like their spirit has been worn down.
make a splash (p.67)
to attract a lot of attention and become very successful
question one's motives (p.112)
to doubt the underlying reasons behind why a person does something
venture into (p.28)
enter a dangerous or unknown place / step out of your comfort zone
blather (p.42)
foolish or meaningless talking
infer the meaning of the word 'disillusioned' and give two synonyms to further support.
feeling let down because you discover that something you believed in isn't as good or true as you thought.
synonyms: disappointed, disenchanted, world-weary
entitled to (p.51)
having the right to receive or do something
rouse oneself (p.51)
to force yourself to get up or become active/alert
be upstaged by (p.101)
to have someone or something draw attention away from you
Describe the meaning of 'muttation (p.42)' in your own words.
genetically altered creatures made by the Capitol for dangerous purposes in the Games
The word 'muttation (p.42)' combines two existing words. Explain what those words are and how they contribute to the meaning.
ex. 'mutt' + 'mutation'
mutt: a mixed-breed dog, mutation: genetic change
--> The word suggests genetically altered mixed creatures that are disturbing.