The Hunger Games Chapter 17 Flashcards

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What's a copse?

A small thicket of trees or bushes.

Why is Katniss fearful of going deaf?

Katniss is fearful of going deaf because she relies on her hearing as much as her sight for hunting.

What does Katniss do to prevent leaving a blood trail?

Katniss pulls her hood over her head and ties it at her chin.

What keeps Katniss moving after the explosion?

Katniss keeps moving because she doesn't want Prim to see her die a brutal death at the hands of Cato. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Katniss terrified at the sight of Cato's rage after the explosion?

Katniss is terrified because Cato's rage is directed at her. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Cato kill the boy from District 3?

Cato is angry that the supplies are gone. The boy from District 3 has 'done his job too well'. Signup and view all the answers

What do the Career Tributes do when they realize that the bomber has survived?

The Career Tributes hunt for the bomber. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Katniss relieved when she puts on her night goggles?

Katniss is relieved when she puts on her night goggles because at least one of her hunter senses is working. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss realize about Foxface?

Katniss realizes that Foxface is smarter than the Career Tributes and that she is a contender in the Games. Signup and view all the answers

What does Foxface find in the ashes of the pyramid?

Foxface finds a pot and a knife. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'hollow day'?

A hollow day is when you are still hungry no matter how much you eat. Signup and view all the answers

How does chewing the mint leaves help Katniss?

The mint leaves help trick Katniss into thinking she's done eating. Signup and view all the answers

What does Katniss hear in the woods while searching for Rue?

Katniss hears the mockingjays sing Rue's tune which signals that she is still alive. She also hears a child's scream - Rue's scream. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Katniss think it might be a trap?

Katniss thinks it might be a trap because Cato is looking for her. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Rue?

Rue is speared by the boy from District 1. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary and Definitions

Copse: A small thicket of trees or bushes, often providing cover or habitat.
Hollow day: A day when one feels persistently hungry regardless of food intake.

Katniss's Fears and Challenges

Katniss fears going deaf as she relies heavily on her hearing for hunting, alongside her sight.
To avoid leaving a blood trail after being injured, Katniss pulls her hood over her head and ties it at her chin.
After an explosion, Katniss is motivated to keep moving to avoid a brutal death, especially wanting to shield Prim from witnessing it.

Encounters with Cato

Katniss feels intense terror when she sees Cato's rage directed at her post-explosion.
Cato kills the boy from District 3 out of anger; he feels the supplies have been compromised and blames the boy for being too effective.

Actions and Observations During the Games

The Career Tributes begin hunting for the bomber after realizing the attacker has survived.
Katniss experiences relief upon wearing her night goggles, restoring one of her hunting senses.
She acknowledges Foxface as a smarter competitor than the Career Tributes, recognizing her as a serious contender.

Discoveries and Survival Tactics

Foxface discovers useful items, including a pot and a knife, among the ashes of the pyramid.
Chewing mint leaves deceives Katniss into feeling satiated to some extent, addressing her psychological hunger.

Searching for Rue

While searching for Rue, Katniss hears mockingjays singing Rue's tune, indicating her survival, along with hearing a child's scream.
Katniss suspects a potential trap since Cato is actively looking for her.
Rue meets a tragic fate when she is speared by the boy from District 1.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 17 from 'The Hunger Games' with these flashcards. Each card covers key terms and important details from the chapter, helping you understand Katniss's thoughts and actions during the Games. Perfect for revision or reinforcing your understanding of the narrative.