Chapter 1
Describe District 12
A small, impoverished coal mining district in the Appalachian Mountains, known for its poverty and hardship
Who is Peeta Mellark?
He is the male tribute chosen from District 12
What does Katniss fear might happen to her mother while she is gone?
She fears her mother might fall back into a depression.
What is Katniss's mother's profession?
She is an apothecary
What is the purpose of the Remake Center?
A hub for the tributes' initial interactions with their prep team, including tasks like nude preparation and initial styling before the arrival of the stylist
What is the Reaping?
This is the annual event where tributes are chosen for the Hunger Games
Why does Katniss volunteer to take Prim's place in the reaping?
Katniss volunteers because she loves Prim and wants to protect her from the deadly games
What did Peeta do to help Katniss when she was at her worst?
He threw burnt bread to her in the rain
What is the name given to someone who has had their tongue cut out?
Avox
What does Katniss find so odd about the Capitol's accent?
It's described as high-pitched, with sentences ending on a rising note, and containing clipped words, odd vowels, and a noticeable hissing sound when pronouncing "s"
What does Katniss do for a living?
She is a hunter, Archer, and gatherer
How does Katniss's mother react to her husband's death?
Katniss's mother falls into a state of depression and becomes withdrawn after her husband's death
Where are the tributes taken?
The tributes are taken into custody to the Justice Center
What advice does Haymitch give Katniss and Peeta for their meetings with their stylists?
To be compliant and not resist anything their stylists do to them
How does Katniss feel about her stylist, Cinna?
She has a strong sense of respect and trust for her
Who is the person who helps Katniss hunt?
Gale
How many times is katniss's name in the bowl?
20
Why did Peeta have a hurt eye?
His mom punished him for burning the bread
What industry do Peeta and Katniss's costumes reflect for the opening ceremony, and what does this suggest about the Capitol's view of District 12?
The costumes reflect the pharmaceutical industry, suggesting that the Capitol views District 12's primary industry as agriculture or coal mining
What does Peeta say he wants to do for Katniss?
Building a connection with her by using his natural likeability and charisma to "get to know her," offering her food, and even flirting
What is the Hob?
The Hob is the main area in District 12 where people gather to trade and socialize.
What does it mean when people hold their 3 fingers in the air?
Holding up 3 fingers means thank you, goodbye and we look up to you.
What do Katniss and Peeta do together before leaving for the Capitol that they think will help them later on in the Games?
They make a pact to act like they are in love to gain sympathy from the crowd
Why does Katniss decide to stay away from Peeta as much as possible?
She believes Peeta's kindness could be a danger to her, as it might make her vulnerable and dependent
What does Katniss say she wants to do for Peeta?
Make sure Peeta stays alive and that he doesn't suffer