Book Details
Characters and Setting
Vocabulary
Book vs. Movie
Random HG
100
Who is the author of the Hunger Games?
Suzanne Collins
100
What word best describes Haymitch?
a) Considerate
b) Silly
c) Gruff
d) Evil
e) Manipulative
c) Gruff
Haymitch is withdrawn and standoffish in the beginning, but only because his tributes typically die. He still has the humanity to encourage them, the dedication to train them, and the commitment to go after sponsors. He is gruff because he despises the Hunger Games and everything it stands for.
100
Define the following and use it in a sentence:
levity
humor or frivolity, something that lightens a situation
Instead of reading her part in a stern manner, the actor chose to deliver her lines playfully, adding levity to an otherwise somber scene.
100
Name one character in either the book or movie who is not in the other.
Madge (Book)
Seneca (Movie)
Marvel (Movie)
100
Finish this quote:
"Happy Hunger Games. And may the odds..."
"...be ever in your favor!"
200
About whom was the following quote:
"When he sang, even the birds stopped to listen."
Katniss' father
200
What happened to District 13?
It was bombed and destroyed by the Capitol.
200
Define the following word and use it in a sentece:
dexterity
skill in performing tasks/physical manipulation of digits
After practicing technique exercises for the piano for years, Alfred had developed a high level of dexterity in his hands.
200
What are the Muttations? How do they differ from the book to the movie?
They are large, aggressive dog or wolf-like creatures that hunt the tributes in the arena. In the novel they are made to physically resemble each of the fallen tributes. In the movie they are simply large dogs, similar to pit bulls.
200
Who said the following quote, and to whom were they speaking?
"You have to win."
Rue to Katniss
300
For how long has Panem upheld the tradition of the Hunger Games?
These are the 74th annual Hunger Games, meaning that they have held these games 73 times.
300
Explain what happens when Katniss demonstrates her archery skills to the Gamemakers.
She shoots three arrows. The first arrow misses the target, causing the Gamemakers to lose interest. The second arrow hits the target squarely in the heart, but the gamemakers are not paying attention. Frustrated, Katniss fires her third arrow at an apple in the mouth of a roasted pig serving as the centerpiece of the gamemaker's buffet, startling them but ultimately earning their admiration.
300
Define the following and use it in a sentence:
indeterminate
not exactly known, established, or defined
Because Agent Smith received indeterminate coordinates for the drop off, he was unsuccessful in retrieving the package.
300
How is Katniss' trauma and inner thoughts expressed differently in the book vs. in the movie?
Books give us access to Katniss' inner thoughts, so readers can easily pick up on Katniss' emotions even when they are not obvious to other characters. In the movie, viewers have to rely on Katniss' expressions and emotional reactions, which are sometimes difficult to discern.
300
Who said the following, and to whom were they speaking?
"I'll be sitting on the main platform with the other stylists. You'll be able to look right at me. When you're asked a question, find me, and answer it as honestly as possible."
Cinna to Katniss
400
The following people wrote reviews of The Hunger Games. Name one book that they wrote.
Stephen King
Stephenie Meyer
John Green
[Answers will vary]
King - It, Carrie, Salem's Lot, The Shining, The Dark Tower series
Meyer - Twilight, The Host, The Chemist
John Green - The Fault in Our Stars, Paper Towns, Looking for Alaska, Everything is Tuberculosis
400
What is Panem? Explain its structure.
Panem is the country that the United States has become. It includes 12 (formerly 13) districts, which each provide a specific natural resource or service to the Capitol, a wealthy metropolis that rules over the districts. The Capitol is located in the Rocky Mountains. District 12, which is a coal mining district, is located in Appalachia.
400
Define the following and use it in a sentence:
palpable
capable of being perceived, felt, or observed (typically applies to a feeling/sensation)
When Davonte ran into his ex at the gala, the tension between them was palpable and uncomfortable.
400
Analyze the movie's portrayal of the character. State how they conveyed this character's personality through their actions, appearance, and mannerisms:
Effie Trinket
The most obvious aspect to Effie Trinket is her garish, attention-seeking outfit. Although she fits in well in the Capitol, her outfit is out of place in District 12, where people dress in plain, simple clothing.
400
Name the two tributes from three of the districts.
District 2: Cato, Clove
District 11: Rue, Thresh
District 12: Katniss, Peeta
500
Finish the following quote:
"Winning means fame and fortune. Losing means..."
"...certain death."
500
What are tesserae? Explain how they affect the Hunger Games?
Tesserae are a yearly supply of grain and oil. It is used for sustenance and for living (oil can be used to heat homes and keep lamps burning). The price of each tesserae, however, is an additional entry slip into the Hunger Games lottery.
This disproportionately impacts poorer families, since they are more likely to have to take tesserae than wealthier families.
500
Define the following and use it in a sentence:
irreverent
showing a lack of respect for people or things that generally are taken seriously
Brett's irreverent comments in front of the board members showed that he is immature and not ready for a position of leadership within this company.
500
Analyze the movie's portrayal of the character. State how they conveyed this character's personality through their actions, appearance, and mannerisms:
Caesar Flickerman
Flickerman is dressed in a flashy, ostentatious suite, and wears a loud blue wig. He is innately showy, speaking with broad gestures and animated facial expressions. He is charismatic and engages the audience so that it feels like an intimate conversation instead of a large presentation.
500
Is Katniss just acting like she's in love with Peeta, or is there some romantic interest between them?
Explain why you think this.
[Answers will vary.]