Plot & Major Events
Why is the reaping unfair to poor kids?
Poor kids can put their names in more times to get food for their families.
What does Katniss volunteering for Prim show about her?
She is brave and protective.
Why does the Capitol make the districts watch the Hunger Games?
To show that the Capitol has power.
What does the mockingjay pin remind Katniss of?
Home, who she is, and quiet resistance.
“My body is shaking like a leaf” is what type of figurative language?
Simile
What does Katniss do when Prim’s name is called?
She volunteers to take Prim’s place.
Why does Katniss hide her feelings?
She thinks showing her feelings can be dangerous.
What does the Capitol want the tributes to do?
Entertain people and follow the Capitol’s rules.
Who tells the story in The Hunger Games?
Katniss tells the story.
What does “shaking like a leaf” show about Katniss?
She is very scared and nervous.
Why is Katniss unsure about Peeta at first?
He helped her before (gave her bread when she was starving), but now they are both in the Games.
Why does Katniss want Rue as an ally?
Rue reminds her of Prim, and Rue is smart.
Why are cameras and interviews important in the novel?
They show that the tributes are always being watched.
How does first-person point of view help the reader?
We know Katniss’s thoughts and feelings.
“The rain ran its icy fingers down my back” is what type of figurative language?
Personification
What weapon is Katniss best at using?
A bow and arrow.
What does the berry plan show about Katniss?
She is smart and knows the Capitol needs a winner.
Why would the Capitol not want people to see Katniss covering Rue in flowers?
It makes Rue seem like a real person, not just a player in the Games.
What theme is shown when Katniss honors Rue?
Kindness can fight against cruelty.
What does “The Hunger Games are their weapon” mean?
The Capitol uses the Games to scare and control people.
What rule change makes Katniss look for Peeta?
Two tributes from the same district can win together.
How does Katniss change by the end of the novel?
She becomes braver, smarter, and more aware of the Capitol’s control.
Why does Haymitch tell Katniss to act like she used the berries because she loves Peeta?
So the Capitol thinks she was in love, not rebelling.
Why is Katniss still in danger after winning the Games?
The Capitol may punish her for making them look weak.
What should students include in their written response about Katniss changing?
A clear answer, examples from the book, explanations, and a closing sentence.