Characters
Who is the main character and narrator of the story?
Katniss Everdeen
How many tributes are chosen from each district?
Two (one boy and one girl)
What district is Katniss from?
District 12
What special skill helps Katniss survive in the arena?
Archery (using a bow and arrow)
What event causes Katniss to become a tribute in the Hunger Games?
She volunteers in place of her sister, Prim
Who is Katniss’s younger sister that she volunteers to protect?
Primrose Everdeen
How many districts are there in Panem?
Twelve
What is District 12 known for producing?
Coal
What symbol does Katniss wear that represents rebellion?
The mockingjay pin
What happens immediately after the tributes’ names are called at the Reaping?
They are taken to the Capitol
Which tribute from District 12 is known for baking bread?
Peeta Mellark
What event is held to select the tributes?
The Reaping
What is the name of the rich city that controls Panem?
The Capitol
What fiery nickname does Katniss receive?
“The Girl on Fire”
What event allows the tributes to show their skills to the Gamemakers before the Games begin?
The private training sessions (or individual evaluations)
Who is the mentor for District 12 in the Hunger Games?
Haymitch Abernathy
What must tributes do in order to win the Hunger Games?
Be the last tribute alive
Which district is considered the strongest and most dangerous in the Games?
District 2
What gift from sponsors helps Katniss survive her burns?
Medicine
What major event forces Katniss to team up with Peeta during the Games?
The rule change allowing two winners from the same district
Which Capitol escort is famous for her colorful hair and strict rules?
Effie Trinket
What happens if a tribute breaks the rules or disobeys the Gamemakers during the Games?
They can be punished or killed by the Gamemakers (ex: fire, mutts, traps)
Why does the Capitol keep the districts poor and separated from each other?
To prevent rebellion and keep control
What object do Katniss and Peeta threaten to eat at the end of the Games?
Nightlock berries
What event causes the remaining tributes to move toward the Cornucopia late in the Games?
The Gamemakers shrink the arena and push them together