Katniss’s Emotions
The Capitol & The Games
Symbolism & Themes
Close Reading & Inference
100

 Why does Katniss feel guilty killing the boy from District One?

He died directly because of her actions, she thought of his family and friends

100

 Why do the Gamemakers create dangerous events in the arena?

To drive the tributes towards one another to battle

100

What topic/theme is shown when Katniss shares food and kindness with Rue?

 Answer: Humanity / compassion

100

Why does Haymitch warn Katniss to run before the Games begin?

 Answer: He doesn't want to see her get killed in the bloodbath at the Cornucopia

200

Why does Rue remind Katniss of Prim?

She is young, gentle, and trusting like Prim

200

 Why are sponsors important to tributes?

  Sponsors can send supplies that help tributes survive

200

 What does the Mockingjay symbolize during Katniss and Rue’s alliance?

 Answer: Communication, hope, and connection

200

What is Foxface’s main strength as a tribute?

 Answer: She survives through intelligence and stealth

300

Why does Katniss decorate Rue’s body with flowers?

 To show respect and protest the Capitol’s cruelty

300

Why is Katniss’s score of 11 dangerous as well as helpful?
 

 Answer: It makes her a target for stronger tributes

300

What theme is shown by the Careers working together against weaker tributes?

 Answer: Power and inequality

300

 What is Haymitch trying to encourage by sending Katniss broth for Peeta

 Answer: The audience enjoys romance and they should continue on that path

400

What does Katniss scatter near the campfire Rue had set up in hopes of sending a message that she is not hurt?

 Mint Leaves

400

Why does the Capitol like dramatic moments in the Games?

Answer: The Games are treated like a television show for entertainment

400

What does the destruction of the supplies symbolize?

 Answer: Resistance against power and control

400

 Why does Katniss realize Peeta may not truly belong with the Careers?

 Answer: He repeatedly helps and protects her

500

Why is Katniss surprised that District 11 has given her the gift of bread?

D11 does not have much in the way of food and they could have pulled it back after Rue died

500

 Why is Rue’s death especially powerful for readers and viewers?
 

 Answer: It highlights the innocence of children forced into violence

500

What theme is shown when Katniss honors Rue publicly?


 Answer: Rebellion against dehumanization

500

 Why is Rue’s alliance with Katniss unusual in the Hunger Games?

Answer: The Games encourage betrayal, but they build genuine trust and friendship plus different districts don't usually become allies