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Question #5

Look at the section of chapter six where Effie tells Katniss and Peeta how she has been talking them up to the potential sponsors. The author writes, "How you've both successfully struggled to overcome the barbarism of your district."

In this context, what does "barbarism" mean?





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Chapter 7

What is the main idea of this chapter?

What is a "Career tribute"?

What new skills do Katniss and Peeta pick up or enhance during the training?

What odd information does Peeta share with Katniss during a break from training?

Who is Rue?

What does Katniss do to get the Gamemakers' attention during her observation?

Look at the beginning of chapter seven, where Katniss is troubled by bad dreams such as, "…Prim emaciated and terrified."

In this context, what does "emaciated" mean?

Look at the section of chapter seven where Katniss is enjoying her breakfast. She says, "…I gorge myself…"

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

Look at the section of chapter seven where the author describes Katniss' and Peeta's training. Suzanne Collins writes, "Despite Haymitch's order to appear mediocre, Peeta excels at hand–to–hand combat…"

In this context, what does "mediocre" mean?

Is there anything that is unclear in this chapter?

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Question #8

Look at the section of chapter one where Suzanne Collins describes the history of Panem and the Hunger Games. She writes, "… the uprising of the districts against the Capitol. Twelve were defeated, the thirteenth obliterated."

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





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Question #6

Look at the section of chapter six where Katniss thinks about how Haymitch described her and Peeta holding hands as a rebellion. Suzanne Collins writes, "Presenting ourselves' not as adversaries but as friends has distinguished us as much as the fiery costumes."

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





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Question #9

Look at the section of chapter one where the mayor gives his annual speech and says, "It is both a time for repentance and a time for thanks."

In this context, what does "repentance" mean?