The Hunger Games Chapter 10 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

How does Peeta win over the crowd?

Peeta wins over the crowd by making a declaration of love for Katniss.

Why does Katniss slam her fists into Peeta's chest?

Katniss is angry at Peeta for embarrassing her in front of everyone. She feels he made her look weak.

What does Haymitch say that Peeta gave to Kat?

Haymitch tells her that Peeta made her look 'desirable'.

Who are Kat and Peeta compared to?

Katniss and Peeta are compared to star-crossed lovers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'show' about?

The 'show' is the Hunger Games. Signup and view all the answers

What is Kat torn between?

Katniss is torn between thinking she's been used, and thinking that she has been given an edge. Signup and view all the answers

What is Portia's response to Katniss' reaction?

Portia thought that Katniss' response looked like she might be in love with Peeta too. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Katniss feel she keeps owing Peeta?

Peeta has done many favors for Katniss - bread, covering for her about the Avox girl, giving her an edge by making her desirable. Signup and view all the answers

How will Katniss seeing herself as blushing, confused, beautiful, desirable, tragic, unforgettable help her?

This has given Katniss self-confidence to help her survive in the Games. Signup and view all the answers

What is Haymitch's advice as Katniss and Peeta leave for the arena?

Haymitch tells Katniss and Peeta to run! Get away from the Cornucopia because they're not up to the bloodbath that will occur there. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Katniss keep the flames on her nails?

The flames will help remind her of who she is to the audience - the girl on fire. Signup and view all the answers

Why can't Katniss sleep?

Katniss is thinking about what will happen in the arena. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Katniss see on the roof?

Katniss sees Peeta on the roof. Signup and view all the answers

What does Peeta mean when he says, 'I want to die as myself'?

Peeta is struggling with self-identity. He does not want to be turned into a 'monster', but instead wants to die as himself, kind and pure. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the ladder?

The ladder runs a current through Katniss so that she can't move, while a tracking device is placed in her arm. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Launch Room referred to in the districts?

The Launch Room is referred to the 'Stockyard' by the districts. Signup and view all the answers

What are the arenas considered after the Games are over?

After the Games are over, the arenas are considered historic sites. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cinna give Katniss before she is launched into the Hunger Games?

Cinna gives Katniss her golden mockingjay pin, her district token. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cinna tell Katniss before she is launched into the Hunger Games?

Cinna tells Katniss that he can't bet, but if he could, his money would be on her. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Peeta's Declaration of Love

Peeta wins over the crowd by making a declaration of love for Katniss.
Katniss is angry at Peeta for embarrassing her in front of everyone and feels he made her look weak.
Haymitch tells Katniss that Peeta made her look "desirable".

Katniss and Peeta's Image

Katniss and Peeta are compared to star-crossed lovers, a reference to Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.
The "show" is about perception, not reality, and the perception of who you are can win you sponsors.
Katniss thinks she looked like a silly girl, spinning in a sparkly dress, giggling, without substance, silly, sparkly, forgettable.
Peeta has made her an object of love, not just his, but everyone's.

Katniss' Response and Peeta's Favours

Katniss wonders if others thought she might be in love with Peeta too.
Portia thinks Katniss' response looked like she might be in love with Peeta too.
Peeta has done many favors for Katniss: bread, covering for her about the Avox girl, giving her an edge by making her desirable.
Katniss has repaid him with "injury".

Katniss' Self-Image and Haymitch's Advice

Katniss sees herself as blushing, confused, beautiful, desirable, tragic, unforgettable.
This has given Katniss self-confidence to help her survive in the Games.
Haymitch tells Katniss and Peeta to run, get away from the Cornucopia, and find a source of water and stay alive.

Katniss' Reminders and Preparations

Katniss keeps the flames on her nails to remind herself of who she is to the audience, the girl on fire.
She hopes for trees in the arena, which will provide concealment, food, and shelter.
Katniss can't sleep, thinking about what will happen in the arena.

Peeta's Struggle and Integrity

Peeta is struggling with self-identity and doesn't want to be turned into a "monster".
He wants to die as himself, kind and pure.
Katniss wonders why it matters because the Capitol controls their freedom and safety.

Preparation for the Games

The ladder runs a current through Katniss so that she can't move, while a tracking device is placed in her arm.
The Launch Room is referred to as the "Stockyard" by the districts, the place where animals go before slaughter.
After the Games, the arenas are considered historic sites and become popular vacation destinations for citizens of the Capitol.