Chapters 1-7
Why did Katniss volunteer as tribute?
To protect her sister, Primrose, who was originally selected
Where (name the country) do the Hunger Games take place in this novel?
Panem
Describe Katniss in three adjectives.
Suggested responses: independent, brave, cold, distant, determined, strong, family-oriented, resilient...
Define "totalitarian government"
A type of government that attempts to assert total control over the lives of its citizens.
What is the effect of "sensory description"?
we see, hear, smell and feel what the character does: we can imagine ourselves in their situation
Who are the Game Makers?
The people who control the Hunger Games
What is a tesserae?
The system allows children eligible for The Hunger Games to acquire extra food for a price.
Who is Katniss' best friend?
Gale
To destroy completely.
What are the effects of "similes" and "metaphors"
Correct answers:
-to connect certain feelings or objects to others (things they are compared to).-creates associations in our imagination
- tells us something about the personality of the speaker
Where did Katniss first see the red haired Avox? How does Katniss feel about her?
She and Gale were hidden in the woods waiting for game, when a hovercraft appeared and captured her with a net as she and a boy were running away. She feels guilty because she didn't help her and wonders if the Avox will enjoy watching her die in The Hunger Games.
How many contestants are in the Hunger Games?
24 - a boy and girl from each district
Why does Katniss resent her mother?
Her mother became depressed and didn't care for Katniss or her sister for a short while after Katniss' father died
Define "Entrails"
The internal parts of a body.
The mockingjay is a symbol of ............ and the yellow dandellion (flower) is a symbol of .............. for Katniss.
rebellion or resistance; hope
Why does Katniss hate the fact that Peeta is selected as tribute?
What is an Avox?
A servant with their tongue cut off
What has made Katniss cold and tough in character?
She had to take on the role of a mother/provider for her family after he father died.
Define "Insurmountable"
Too great to overcome
How does Collins build suspense in the novel? (2 ideas)
Short sentences and ending chapters on cliffhangers
Name two things Cinna does to make Peeta and Katniss stand out during their grand entrance into the City Circle.
1. hold hands; 2. wear flaming capes
Why do the Hunger Games exist? BE SPECIFIC.
To punish the districts for once leading a rebellion against them. Referred to as the "DARK DAYS"
What was the special meaning behind Katniss name?
She was named after a plant that her father found while hunting.
Define "Dissent"
To disagree or reject authority
Why does Collins use flashbacks and 1st person narration (Katniss) in the novel?
To build empathy towards Katniss and help us understand her behaviour so that we like her