Hunger Games Chapters 1-3 Flashcards

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Why does District 12 have a reaping ceremony?

The Capitol makes each district choose two people to send to the Hunger Games to remind the districts never to rebel again.

Whose name is drawn from the glass for the girls in District 12?

Primrose Everdeen

Whose name is drawn from the glass ball for the boys in District 12?

Peeta Mellark

Who are the two contestants going to the Hunger Games from District 12?

Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark Signup and view all the answers

How well do Katniss and Peeta know each other?

They basically only know one another based on an incident when Peeta seemed to burn bread on purpose so that he would have to throw it out and secretly give it to Katniss for her family. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Hob?

The Hob is a black market area where people sell things illegally. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to District 13 which is said to no longer exist?

We don't know yet. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Seam? Why does it have a fence around it?

The Seam is the poorest part of District 12 where Katniss lives. The fence is supposed to keep dangerous wild animals out. Signup and view all the answers

How does Katniss provide for her family?

She hunts and picks berries and sells these things in the Hob. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Katniss' best friend?

Gale Signup and view all the answers

How long have the games been in existence?

74 years Signup and view all the answers

How many winners has District 12 had?

Two - only one is still living: Haymitch Abernathy Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the whole country where the districts and the Capitol are located?

Panem Signup and view all the answers

What was this country called before it was named Panem?

North America Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Treaty of Treason written?

It was written as a result of all of the districts uprising against the Capitol. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Effie Trinket?

She is the escort for District 12 contestants (Katniss and Peeta). Signup and view all the answers

What is Effie's favorite saying?

and may the odds be ever in your favor Signup and view all the answers

Why do some people only have a few entries in the glass ball while others have more?

Poor people can buy a year's worth of grain and oil for one person by putting another entry in with their name on it. Signup and view all the answers

What are Peacekeepers?

They are officers that work for the Capitol. Signup and view all the answers

What did Katniss' mother do before she married her father?

She worked at an apothecary in the Hob. Signup and view all the answers

What does the mayor love that Katniss brings to him?

Strawberries Signup and view all the answers

What does the Mayor's daughter Madge give Katniss before the games start?

A pin with a mockingjay in it Signup and view all the answers

Who is Greasy Sae?

She is an old woman who sells hot soup in the Hob. Signup and view all the answers

Why isn't Katniss worried about having to kill Peeta at the Hunger Games since he was nice to her about the bread?

She figures that someone out of the other 23 contestants will kill him before she does. Signup and view all the answers

Who will take care of Katniss' family while she is gone?

Gale Signup and view all the answers

Katniss is afraid that her mother will become again like she was after Katniss' father dies. How was she?

She just didn't take care of the kids because she was so sad. Signup and view all the answers

How do Katniss and Peeta get to the Hunger Games?

By train Signup and view all the answers

Who rides with them?

Effie Trinket and Haymitch Abernathy Signup and view all the answers

How long does it take to get from District 12 to the Capitol by the train (250 mph)?

About a day Signup and view all the answers

What is a mockingjay?

It is a cross between a mockingbird and a jabberjay. They could sound like humans and remember songs that humans sang. Signup and view all the answers

What is Haymitch's role in the Hunger Games?

He is to find sponsors for Peeta and Katniss as well as advise them. Signup and view all the answers

How does District 12 respond when Katniss takes Prim's place at the reaping?

They show her respect by not applauding. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Reaping Ceremony and District 12

The reaping ceremony selects two tributes per district for the Hunger Games, serving as a reminder of the Capitol's power and to deter rebellion.
Primrose Everdeen is drawn as the female tribute for District 12.
Peeta Mellark is selected as the male tribute for District 12.

Contestants and Relationships

Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark are the contestants from District 12.
Their acquaintance is limited, primarily stemming from Peeta's act of burning bread to help Katniss and her family during tough times.

District Details

The Hob is a black market where illegal goods and services are exchanged.
The Seam, where Katniss resides, is the economically disadvantaged area of District 12, protected by a fence from wild animals.

Survival and Economy

Katniss supports her family through hunting and gathering berries, selling her finds at the Hob.
District 12 has a history of only two winners from the Hunger Games, with Haymitch Abernathy being the sole survivor.

Historical Context

The Hunger Games have been in operation for 74 years.
The country is named Panem, formerly known as North America, following the rise of the districts.
The Treaty of Treason was established after uprisings against the Capitol by the districts.

Capitol Officials and Ceremonies

Effie Trinket is the Capitol official responsible for escorting District 12’s contestants.
Her motto is "and may the odds be ever in your favor," reflecting the lottery-like nature of the Hunger Games.

Societal Dynamics

The number of entries in the reaping is dependent on economic status; poorer individuals can increase their chances of being selected by adding their names.
Peacekeepers are law enforcement agents under the Capitol's employ, ensuring control and order.

Personal Connections

Katniss's mother worked as an apothecary before marrying her father, utilizing herbal remedies.
Mayor’s daughter, Madge, gifts Katniss a mockingjay pin before the Hunger Games.
Greasy Sae is a vendor at the Hob known for selling hot soup.

Preparing for the Games

Katniss is unconcerned about killing Peeta due to her belief that other tributes are likely to eliminate him first.
Gale will care for Katniss’s family in her absence.
Katniss fears her mother might fall into a state of despair similar to what she experienced after her husband’s death, neglecting her responsibilities toward Prim.

Journey to the Capitol

Katniss and Peeta travel to the Capitol via train, accompanied by Effie Trinket and Haymitch Abernathy.
The train journey from District 12 to the Capitol takes approximately one day at a speed of 250 mph.

Mockingjay and Role in the Games

The mockingjay is a hybrid bird, symbolizing resilience and memory, combining traits of the mockingbird and the jabberjay.
Haymitch serves as a mentor, seeking sponsors for Katniss and Peeta and guiding them through the Games.

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Test your knowledge of the first three chapters of The Hunger Games. This quiz features key terms and important characters as you explore the dystopian world of Panem. Perfect for fans and students studying the series.