Hunger Games Chapters 19-27 Quiz

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What does Katniss realize about the reasoning for the Hunger Games rule change?

The star-crossed lovers angle is popular with the audience, and the Capitol is trying to keep them happy by giving both her and Peeta a chance to win.

How does Katniss feel about the rule change?

She feels that keeping up with Peeta is now a requirement because the audience will loathe and no longer sponsor her if she doesn't.

Who else benefits from the new Hunger Games rule?

Cato and Clove, the District 2 tributes.

What gives Katniss a clue as to Peeta's whereabouts?

She sees bloody streaks on rocks near the stream. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Katniss find Peeta, and why is this ironic?

She finds him camouflaged in the mud and leaves; ironic because he iced himself the way he iced cakes at the bakery back home. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss do to help Peeta once she finds him?

She cleans his clothes, feeds him, and treats his wounds. Signup and view all the answers

What challenge is in store for Katniss and Peeta concerning Peeta's health?

Peeta's stab wound is infected. Signup and view all the answers

What does Peeta do to lighten the serious mood as Katniss helps him?

Jokes with her. Signup and view all the answers

What has Peeta decided about Haymitch and Katniss and why?

They are just alike and she is Haymitch's favorite. Signup and view all the answers

Where do Katniss and Peeta go to hide out?

A cave near the stream. Signup and view all the answers

What does Haymitch send Peeta and Katniss at the end of this chapter, and what message does Katniss realize he is trying to send?

Broth; they need to show romance to get more sponsors. Signup and view all the answers

How does Katniss spend her first night with Peeta?

Trying to feed him and keep his temperature down; she also thinks about how vulnerable she is in the cave. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss discover when she checks Peeta's leg wound the following day?

The wound is worse and has evolved into blood-poisoning. Signup and view all the answers

What story does Katniss tell Peeta when he requests one?

The story of how she got Prim's goat. Signup and view all the answers

What announcement does Claudius Templesmith make to the tributes in this chapter?

He invites them to a feast at the cornucopia to get what they need. Signup and view all the answers

How does Peeta feel about Katniss going to this event?

He doesn't want her to go because he doesn't want her to risk her life for him. Signup and view all the answers

What gift does Katniss receive from her sponsors, and how does she realize it can help?

Sleep medicine; she can put Peeta to sleep so she can get the supplies from the cornucopia at the feast. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Katniss think of Gale the night before the event?

She wonders about his feelings for her and how he would feel about her bonding with Peeta. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the first tribute to claim a backpack, and why does this make Katniss angry?

Foxface; because she made a mistake not thinking of what Foxface did (hide in the cornucopia to avoid fights). Signup and view all the answers

Who is Katniss's first opponent at the cornucopia, and how does Katniss handle her?

Clove; she shoots an arrow at her, slowing Clove down. Signup and view all the answers

What wound does Katniss receive at the cornucopia?

A stab wound to her head. Signup and view all the answers

Who comes to Katniss's rescue and why?

Thresh; because she allied with Rue and was kind to her, leaving Thresh to feel he owes her. Signup and view all the answers

Who is one casualty of the feast and how?

Clove; Thresh impounds her skull with a rock. Signup and view all the answers

What is in the backpack that Katniss grabs at the cornucopia?

A slim needle with medicine for Peeta's wound. Signup and view all the answers

How are Peeta and Katniss's roles reversed in this chapter?

Peeta cares for Katniss while she recovers from her head wound. Signup and view all the answers

What reason does Peeta give Katniss when she asks why he gave her bread as a child?

He loved her even back then. Signup and view all the answers

What differences does Katniss see in the ways Peeta and Gale view the world?

Gale questions the world and doesn't trust it while Peeta is more trustworthy with the world. Signup and view all the answers

What accounts for these differences between Gale and Peeta?

Social classes. Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Peeta want Katniss to die for him?

He loves her and will have no reason to live if she dies. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss realize about her feelings for Peeta as they argue?

She's starting to truly love him. Signup and view all the answers

When does Peeta say he first started loving Katniss?

When they were 5 on the first day of school and she sang for the class. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss realize about Peeta's love as they talk?

He always truly loved her. Signup and view all the answers

What do Katniss and Peeta receive at the end of this chapter?

A true feast with apples, bread, and meat. Signup and view all the answers

What reward will Katniss and Peeta receive if they win the Hunger Games?

Houses in the victors' village. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of connection does Katniss have to Haymitch?

The timing of each gift. Signup and view all the answers

Which tribute dies during the days of rain, and why does this upset Katniss?

Thresh; he saved her from dying. Signup and view all the answers

Why has Katniss decided that she will never get married?

So she won't have kids entered in the reaping. Signup and view all the answers

What problem do Katniss and Peeta encounter as they try to hunt together?

Peeta is too loud and scares off the game. Signup and view all the answers

What do they do to resolve the problem of hunting together?

They split up. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Katniss become angry with Peeta while hunting?

He doesn't whistle back so she thinks he is dead. Signup and view all the answers

Who dies at the end of this chapter and how?

Foxface; she ate the nightlock berries Peeta gathered. Signup and view all the answers

What is ironic about the way Foxface dies?

She was clever but not clever enough to question the berries (trusted Peeta knew they were safe). Signup and view all the answers

Why do Katniss and Peeta decide to keep some of the nightlock berries?

In case they can fool Cato into eating some. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Katniss grant Peeta's request to return to the cave even though it's not the smartest plan of action?

She hasn't been nice to him all day. Signup and view all the answers

What do the Gamemakers do to draw Peeta and Katniss together with Cato as they continue to avoid each other?

Drain the water from the streams and ponds except the lake. Signup and view all the answers

What challenge do Katniss and Peeta face when Cato finally comes to them?

He is wearing armor to protect him from the arrows. Signup and view all the answers

For what reason has Cato finally emerged from the woods?

He was running from creatures. Signup and view all the answers

What has been chasing Cato, and where do he, Katniss, and Peeta go to escape them?

Mutated mutts; top of the cornucopia. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss discover about the mutts as they try to climb the cornucopia?

They are the other tributes reincarnated. Signup and view all the answers

What stalemate does Cato create with Katniss?

She can't kill Cato without killing Peeta. Signup and view all the answers

How do Katniss and Peeta work together to defeat Cato?

Peeta marks an X on Cato and Katniss shoots an arrow at the X. Signup and view all the answers

What problems do Katniss and Peeta face as they wait for Cato to die?

It's painful to hear the moans of Cato as he slowly and brutally dies. Signup and view all the answers

How does Cato finally die?

Katniss shoots an arrow into his head to finish him off from the mutts (in pity). Signup and view all the answers

What announcement does Claudius Templesmith make soon after Peeta and Katniss reach the lake?

The rule of both tributes winning has been revoked. Signup and view all the answers

What does this announcement make Katniss realize about the Capitol?

They never intended to have 2 tributes win, they just wanted a good action show. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss mean when she says 'I know death right here, right now would be the easier of the two'?

She can't live with killing Peeta. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Peeta want to die instead of winning the games?

Can't live without Katniss, and wants her to win. Signup and view all the answers

What plan do Katniss and Peeta devise to outsmart the Capitol and ensure victory for both of them?

Eat nightlock berries so neither wins; games can't go without a victor. Signup and view all the answers

What happens after Peeta and Katniss are declared the victors of the Hunger Games?

A hovercraft materializes and lifts them out of the arena. Signup and view all the answers

Despite running from the medical operations in the past, why is Katniss unable to leave Peeta as the doctors work on him?

She feels connected to him by loyalty and maybe even love. Signup and view all the answers

What do the Capitol doctors do for Katniss as they knock her out?

Clean her up, rid her scars/wounds, and restore her hearing. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss realize about the Avox girl when she comes to visit her?

The girl doesn't resent her and might even want to be friends. Signup and view all the answers

What is Katniss's biggest concern when she is finally well enough to leave her recovery room?

Whether Peeta is okay or not. Signup and view all the answers

For what reason is Katniss not allowed to see Peeta right away?

The Capitol wants to save the reunion for the interview. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss realize about the Capitol people and their reaction to the games as her prep team prepares her to be presented to the country?

They didn't care about the kids dying, and only care about themselves. Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason Cinna dresses Katniss so simply for her presentation?

Shows her innocence. Signup and view all the answers

What does Haymitch tell Katniss right before her presentation?

That the Capitol is angry Katniss outsmarted them and wants to punish her somehow. Signup and view all the answers

What does Haymitch mean when he tells Katniss that he didn't have to give Peeta the same advice because Peeta is 'already there'?

Peeta is already in love for real. Signup and view all the answers

How does Katniss react when she sees Peeta again, and why is this a good thing?

She flings herself into his arms; it makes it seem as if she is madly in love with him. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of show does the Capitol put on for the people of Panem as they show the highlights of the Hunger Games, and why is this good for Katniss?

A love story is presented; it makes people believe that she and Peeta are truly in love. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss realize about President Snow as he gives her a victor's crown?

His unforgiving eyes show she is blame and the one to be punished for the berry incident. Signup and view all the answers

How does Katniss play up her love for Peeta during their interview with Caesar Flickerman?

She snuggles up next to him and lays her head on him; tells the audience her feelings. Signup and view all the answers

What surprise does Katniss get during the interview?

Peeta's leg was amputated. Signup and view all the answers

What reason does Katniss give the Capitol for attempting to eat the poisoned berries?

She couldn't bear the thought of living without Peeta. Signup and view all the answers

What starts to happen to Katniss's relationship with Peeta on the way home and why?

They start to drift apart because Peeta discovers Katniss may not love him. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Katniss nervous about seeing Gale again?

She has mixed emotions about her feelings for him. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss mean when she says, 'already the boy with the bread is slipping away from me'?

Peeta is upset with her. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Rule Change and Its Impact

Katniss realizes the Capitol's rule change aims to maximize audience entertainment by fostering a romance between her and Peeta.
She feels compelled to maintain her relationship with Peeta to secure sponsorship, fearing audience disapproval if she doesn't.

Peeta's Condition and Mutual Support

Katniss discovers bloody streaks by a stream, indicating Peeta's presence.
She finds Peeta camouflaged in mud, an ironic reflection of his past as a baker.
Upon locating Peeta, Katniss tends to his wounds and provides him with food, showcasing her nurturing side.
Peeta's stab wound becomes infected, creating a critical health concern as Katniss cares for him.

Challenges in the Arena

Claudius Templesmith announces a feast at the Cornucopia, prompting a dilemma about resources.
Katniss receives gifts from sponsors, including sleep medicine to help her gather supplies without Peeta's awareness.
Their hunting collaboration is thwarted by Peeta's noise, leading them to separate to improve their chances.

Relationships and Emotional Conflicts

Katniss reflects on Gale and Peeta's varying perspectives; Gale is distrustful, whereas Peeta embodies trust.
Tensions arise between Katniss and Peeta due to their emerging feelings and survival instincts.
Peeta's confession of his longstanding love for Katniss complicates their relationship dynamics.

Strategic Decisions and Survival Tactics

The duo learns to use nightlock berries as a tactic against Cato, asserting their intent to defy the Capitol.
Their plan pivots when Cato appears in armor, escalating the confrontation, which leads to a group struggle against mutant creatures.

Culmination of the Games

The finale involves a coordinated effort by Peeta and Katniss to eliminate Cato, drawing on their complementary skills.
Their shared experiences culminate in a dramatic standoff where both face the moral implications of survival.

Aftermath and Capitol's Greed

After being declared victors, Katniss acknowledges the Capitol's ulterior motive; they never intended for two tributes to survive.
Katniss grapples with emerging feelings of loyalty and love toward Peeta amidst the chaos of survival.
The Capitol's focus shifts from care to spectacle, leveraging their relationship as a title for public entertainment.

Reflections and Personal Growth

Upon returning home, Katniss feels pressure from both her past relationships and the Capitol’s manipulation.
She expresses a desire to protect herself and her family from future risks, pondering over marriage and children.

Peeta's Real Love

Evidence of Peeta's genuine affection for Katniss is established through his selfless actions, memorable childhood moments, and unwavering support.
Their shared experiences forge a complicated bond, encapsulated in moments of trust, sacrifice, and the hardship of survival.

Complex Emotions and Future Uncertainties

As they navigate their way back home, tensions grow between Katniss and Peeta due to misunderstandings about each other's feelings.
Katniss reflects on her emotions regarding Gale and Peeta as they drift apart, indicating unresolved feelings.

Final Notes

The narrative illustrates the struggle between personal integrity, survival instincts, and the influence of external pressures in the unforgiving landscape of the Hunger Games.

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Test your knowledge on chapters 19-27 of the Hunger Games. This quiz covers key insights about Katniss's realizations and feelings regarding the rule changes. Ideal for fans and students of the series.