Hunger Games Themes Flashcards
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What does the term 'violence/war' refer to in the context of The Hunger Games?

  • Capitol's entertainment
  • Government laws
  • Children being forced to kill one another (correct)
  • Friendship among tributes
  • What is a key aspect of 'survival' in The Hunger Games?

    Katniss and her family trying to survive

    What does 'humanity' signify in The Hunger Games?

    Having respect for someone

    What does 'inhumanity' refer to?

    <p>Capitol punishing the citizens with the Hunger Games</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'government control' encompass in the story?

    <p>Capitol is in control of everything</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is 'reality TV/desensitization' portrayed?

    <p>The Capitol audience think the tributes as entertainers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'hope' symbolize in The Hunger Games?

    <p>Peeta's bread, Peeta himself, Cinna's faith, dandelions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'love' entail in The Hunger Games?

    <p>Peeta's unconditional love for Katniss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'hunger/starvation' illustrate in the story?

    <p>Capitol withholding food from Districts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who exemplifies 'friendship' in The Hunger Games?

    <p>Peeta, Madge, Gale, Rue, Cinna, Thresh, Katniss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does 'trust' play in The Hunger Games?

    <p>Peeta creates alliance with Careers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Violence/War

    • The Hunger Games showcase brutal violence where children are compelled to kill each other.
    • The concept of rebellion looms over the Games, highlighting the oppressive nature of the society.

    Survival

    • Survival is a central theme, as Katniss and her family navigate harsh conditions.
    • All tributes in the Games are driven by the instinct to survive, mirroring the struggles of District citizens.

    Humanity

    • Humanity is illustrated through respectful gestures, such as the "silent salute" from District 12 residents towards Katniss.

    Inhumanity

    • The Capitol's enforcement of the Hunger Games epitomizes inhumanity by punishing citizens through forced participation in deadly games.

    Government Control

    • The Capitol exerts complete control, enforcing a class system and assigning limited resources, like the tesserae for children aged 12 to 18.

    Reality TV/Desensitization

    • The Hunger Games is portrayed as a form of reality TV, desensitizing the Capitol's audience to the tributes' suffering by viewing them as mere entertainers.

    Hope

    • Symbolic elements of hope are represented by Peeta’s bread, his character, Cinna's unwavering support, and the imagery of dandelions.

    Love

    • Love is a profound theme, illustrated through Peeta's dedication to Katniss, her protective feelings for Prim, and her complicated emotions regarding Gale.

    Hunger/Starvation

    • The Capitol's strategic withholding of food from the Districts emphasizes widespread hunger, with meager resources like tesserae affecting lives.

    Friendship

    • Key relationships demonstrated through the interactions among Peeta, Madge, Gale, Rue, Cinna, Thresh, and Katniss underscore the importance of camaraderie.

    Trust

    • Trust plays a crucial role, with Peeta forming an alliance with the Careers and Katniss relying on Peeta for survival. The emotional turmoil of Katniss's mother reflects a struggle for stability within their lives.

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