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Chapter 12

What is the main idea of this chapter?

What information does Katniss learn from eavesdropping on the Career tributes?

Select all that are correct.

Why does Katniss smile as she walks in the woods alone?

Look at the section near the beginning of chapter twelve where Katniss thinks about Peeta's motivation for joining in the fight for the supplies and joining up with the Career tributes. Suzanne Collins writes, "… I can stomach that. Seeing all those supplies was tempting."

In this context, what does "stomach" mean?

Look at the section where Katniss finally finds water after nearly dehydrating. She knows she has to purify the liquid first, and thinks, "…I have just enough sense left to abstain."

In this context, what is the definition of "abstain"?

Is there anything that is unclear in this chapter?