Hunger Games Chapter 23 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Initially, why do Katniss and Peeta ration the food from the sponsors?

It's pouring rain outside and it would be hard to get food during a storm, and they would have to be careful because the storm could last a long time.

What is Haymitch going through in the control room?

Haymitch is probably watching Katniss and Peeta and trying to get sponsors.

How do they suppose Haymitch won the Games?

Haymitch outsmarted the other tributes.

What could be the roots of Haymitch's drinking? What does this mean for Katniss?

Haymitch probably feels responsible for District 12 tributes, and District 12 rarely ever wins, so he would feel responsible for those deaths. Signup and view all the answers

Which Tribute has died during the thunderstorm?

Thresh died during the thunderstorm. Signup and view all the answers

What thoughts does Katniss have of the future?

Katniss thinks her future will be more boring and she will be separated from the world, and everything she loves and likes to do. Signup and view all the answers

What unforeseen problems does the partnership of Katniss and Peeta present?

They begin fighting, and grow frustrated with each other. Signup and view all the answers

Who died at the conclusion of the chapter? Whom does Katniss think killed the Tribute?

Foxface. She eats poisonous berries that Peeta collected, so Peeta is considered responsible for her death. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Food Rationing

Katniss and Peeta ration food from sponsors due to heavy rainfall, making it difficult to gather supplies during the storm.
The storm's duration is uncertain, necessitating caution in food usage.

Haymitch's Situation

Haymitch is monitoring Katniss and Peeta in the control room, aiming to garner additional sponsor support.

Haymitch’s Victory

It is believed that Haymitch won his Games through cunning strategies that outsmarted fellow tributes.

Haymitch's Struggles

Haymitch's drinking may stem from feelings of responsibility for District 12 tributes, particularly due to their historical struggles in the Games.

Tribute Fatalities

Thresh, a tribute, dies during the thunderstorm, demonstrating the dangers of the environment.

Katniss's Future Concerns

Katniss envisions a mundane future, fearing separation from loved ones and the activities she enjoys.

Relationship Challenges

The partnership between Katniss and Peeta encounters challenges, leading to arguments and growing frustration between them.

Conclusion of the Chapter

Foxface dies at the chapter's end, having consumed poisonous berries collected by Peeta, which leads Katniss to view him as responsible for her death.

Description

Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering key concepts from Chapter 23 of 'The Hunger Games'. This quiz focuses on important events and characters' motivations, enhancing your understanding of the narrative's tension. Ideal for students looking to improve their recall for discussions or exams.