How does Katniss save her sister from the reaping?
When Prim's name is chosen, Katniss comes forward to volunteer as tribute.
What convinces Haymitch that Peeta and Katniss might be fighters?
Peeta knocks a glass out of Haymitch's hand and Katniss stabs the table with a knife
How does Katniss react to Peeta's declaration that he has feelings for her? (chapter 10)
she doubts him and feels that he did this to make her appear weak
How would you describe district 12?
smallest and poorest district of Panem- main industry is coal mining
How is life in the Capitol different from life in District 12?
people who live in the Capitol have more wealth and power than those in District 12 as they have more elite and important occupations- District 12 is poor
What is an Avox? (chapter 6)
a person who has been punished by the government of Panem for rebellion
What shocking secret does Peeta reveal during his interview?
Peeta reveals that he has a crush on Katniss.
What does Katniss do before the judges? Why might this be controversial? (chapter 7)
she shot an apple out of a roasted pigs mouth - this is controversial because she could have shot one of the game makers and made them feel threatened
What is the purpose of the Hunger Games?
punishment for rebellion against the Capitol, one boy and one girl ages 12-18 are chosen from each district to participate
What does Katniss fear will happen as a result of her behavior before the judges?
she fears she will be given a low score and will not receive any help from sponsors
Why is Peeta curious about Gale?
Peeta wants to find out how close Katniss is to Gale - this begins to show that Peeta is interested in Katniss
What act of kindness does Peeta's dad show Katniss?
he gives her a bag of cookies and tells her that he will make sure Prim has enough food
What does Cinna make sure Katniss brings into the arena? (chapter 10)
he gives her a metal tracking device and the gold mockingjay pin
Why did Katniss in the past enter her name into the lottery to be selected for the Hunger Games?
she received extra food for her family (grain and oil) each additional time she added her name
What is the reaping?
an annual event each district participates in before Hunger Games where upcoming tributes are chosen