Chapter 21

What is the main idea of this chapter?

Katniss thinks about people back in District 12 watching the games. Whose reaction is Katniss most curious about, now that she and Peeta are pretending to be in love?

What impresses Katniss most at the feast?

Why does Thresh kill Clove and let Katniss go?

Look at the section of chapter twenty–one where Katniss kisses Peeta goodbye. The author writes, "I imagine the teary sighs emanating from the Capitol and pretend to brush away a tear of my own."

In this context, what does "emanating" mean?

Look at the section of chapter twenty–one where Clove has Katniss pinned to the ground. Katniss hopes, for Prim's sake that her death will be quick. Suzanne Collins writes, "But Clove means to savor the moment."

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

Is there anything that is unclear in this chapter?