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What is Katniss known for?
Which character is engaged to Katniss?
What happened to Gale for poaching?
He got whipped.
What hobbies does Primrose enjoy?
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Haymitch is known for being sober and tidy.
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Who is Katniss's mother?
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What did Madge give to Katniss?
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Who is Gale's mother?
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What are the names of Gale's younger siblings?
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Who is the mayor of District 12?
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Who is Katniss's favorite Peacekeeper?
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Cray was a well-respected Peacekeeper.
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Who is the new Peacekeeper of District 12?
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What does Purina do?
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Who are Bristol and Thorn?
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What is Effie's role during the Victory Tour?
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What does President Snow do when he visits Katniss?
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Who is the new Game-maker?
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Flavius is a character with no specified role.
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What did Octavia struggle to believe?
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Who designed Katniss's secret talent look?
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Seneca Crane was honored for his leadership in the Hunger Games.
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Study Notes
Main Characters and Relationships
- Katniss Everdeen: Central protagonist, focused on survival and rebellion, emotionally conflicted due to her past experiences.
- Peeta Mellark: Engaged to Katniss, known for his artistic talent, specifically painting; represents a connection to her humanity.
- Gale Hawthorne: Katniss's close friend, suffers consequences for poaching; represents rebellious spirit against the Capitol.
- Primrose Everdeen: Katniss's younger sister, involved in nurturing activities such as cooking and music, catalyzes Katniss's protective instincts.
- Haymitch Abernathy: Mentor to Katniss and Peeta, struggles with alcoholism, indicates the emotional toll of past Hunger Games.
- Madge Undersee: Provides support to Katniss and Gale; gifts Katniss the mockingjay pin, symbolizing hope and rebellion.
The Supporting Cast
- Hazelle Hawthorne: Gale's mother, works as a maid for Haymitch; represents the struggles of District 12 families.
- Rory, Vick, and Posy: Gale's younger siblings, demonstrating the importance of family ties in the struggle for survival.
- Ripper: Local character who sells alcohol, highlighting the underbelly of District 12's social dynamics.
- Greasy Sae: Vendor at the Hob, reflecting the community's survival tactics through bartering and trade.
District 12's Authority Figures
- Mr. Undersee: Mayor of District 12, Madge's father; embodies the political structure and implications of authority in a dystopian society.
- Darius: Favorite Peacekeeper of Katniss, representing a more compassionate side of the oppressive regime.
- Cray: Former Peacekeeper with a corrupt reputation, shows the moral decay within the peacekeeping force.
- Romulus Thread: New Peacekeeper, brutal tactics expose the rising tensions in District 12; instrumental in enforcing Capitol's control.
Key Themes and Symbols
- President Snow: Threatening presence in Katniss's life, reinforces the Capitol's manipulative tactics to maintain control over the districts.
- Plutarch Heavensbee: New Game-maker, hints at the evolving dynamics within the Hunger Games and potential rebellion movement.
- Cinna: Katniss's stylist, skilled in creating impactful public images, symbolizes the power of presentation in rebellion.
- Effie Trinket: Represents Capitol's obsession with appearances and timelines during the Victory Tour.
Stylist Crew
- Flavius, Venia, Octavia: Part of Peeta's stylist team, illustrate the extravagant and superficial culture of the Capitol; Octavia's hair length symbolizes rebellion against Capitol standards.
Historical Context
- Seneca Crane: Previous Head Gamemaker, executed as a result of the defiance exhibited by Katniss and Peeta, emphasizes the Capitol's intolerance for challenges to its authority.
This summary encapsulates the relationships, characters, themes, and societal dynamics that shape "Catching Fire" in its first nine chapters, providing a foundation for deeper analysis and understanding.
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