Panem & The Districts
Vocabulary
Characters & Relationships
Plot & Key events
Symbolism/ Themes
100

What is the name of the nation where The Hunger Games takes place?

Panem

100

What is dystopia? 

A society that appears perfect but is actually oppressive.

100

Who is the protagonist of The Hunger Games?

Katniss Everdeen

100

Why does Katniss hunt outside the fence?

To feed her family. 
100

What shocking revelation does Peeta make during his interview?

He reveals he loves Katniss.

200

What is the main product of District 12?

Coal

200

What is an apothecary?

A pharmacist or medicine maker.

200

Who is Katniss’s younger sister?

Primrose Everdeen

200

What does the dandelion symbolize for Katniss?

Hope and survival

200

What does the Mockingjay symbolize?

Rebellion and hope against the Capitol 

300

What happened to District 13?

It was destroyed during the rebellion.

300

Define flamboyant

Bold, colorful, and eye-catching.

300

Who is Katniss’s best friend and hunting partner?

Gale Hawthorne

300

How did Katniss’s father die?

He died in a mine explosion.

300

What is one way the Games reflect unfairness in society?

The rich benefit while the poor suffer.

400

What event is held every year to remind the districts of their rebellion?

The Reaping

400

What does sponsor mean, and how do sponsors influence the Games?

What does sponsor mean, and how do sponsors influence the Games?

400

Who is the Capitol stylist that creates Katniss’s 'Girl on Fire' look?

Cinna

400

Why does Katniss shoot an arrow at the Gamemakers?

To get their attention and show her skill.

400

Why did Katniss feel like she lost two parents? How did her mother react after her father passed?

Her mother became depressed and emotionally absent.

500

What does the Capitol gain by forcing the districts to participate in the Games?

Power & Control over the districts

500

What does luxury mean in the context of District 1’s products?

Expensive or high-status goods for the Capitol.

500

What does Peeta’s family do for a living?

They are bakers. 

500

Why does Katniss shoot an arrow at the Gamemakers?

To get their attention and show her skill.

500

What luxury did Peeta’s father bring to Katniss? Who will he oversee while Katniss is gone?

Cookies; he promised to watch over Prim.