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What are Rue's final words to Katniss?
What are Rue's final words to Katniss?
Rue tells Katniss that she has to win.
How does Katniss respond to Rue's final words?
How does Katniss respond to Rue's final words?
Katniss responds by telling her 'I'm going to. Going to for both of us now.'
What does Rue ask Katniss to do for her?
What does Rue ask Katniss to do for her?
Rue asks Katniss to sing to her.
Why does Katniss leave the spear in Rue's body?
Why does Katniss leave the spear in Rue's body?
Why can't Katniss bring herself to hate the boy who killed Rue?
Why can't Katniss bring herself to hate the boy who killed Rue?
How does Katniss feel about Gale's voice in her head after Rue's death?
How does Katniss feel about Gale's voice in her head after Rue's death?
What does impotence mean?
What does impotence mean?
What does Katniss now want to do to the Capitol?
What does Katniss now want to do to the Capitol?
Why do you think Katniss decorated Rue's body with flowers?
Why do you think Katniss decorated Rue's body with flowers?
What gift did Katniss receive and why is it significant?
What gift did Katniss receive and why is it significant?
Why does Katniss thank the people from District 11 for the bread?
Why does Katniss thank the people from District 11 for the bread?
What does the bread remind Katniss of?
What does the bread remind Katniss of?
How many tributes are left?
How many tributes are left?
What breaks Katniss from her lethargy after Rue's death?
What breaks Katniss from her lethargy after Rue's death?
What does Katniss mean by saying she killed a boy she doesn't even know?
What does Katniss mean by saying she killed a boy she doesn't even know?
What rule did the Capitol change?
What rule did the Capitol change?
What does Katniss do after the rule change?
What does Katniss do after the rule change?
Study Notes
Rue's Final Words
- Rue expresses her wish for Katniss to win the Hunger Games, urging her to fight for both of them.
- Katniss promises to honor Rue's wish, stating she will fight to win for both of them.
Rue's Request
- Rue requests Katniss to sing to her, highlighting their bond and the comfort they find in each other.
Leaving the Spear
- Katniss leaves the spear in Rue's body, believing it removes a potential weapon from the Games and respects Rue's memory.
Feelings Toward Rue's Killer
- Katniss struggles to hate Rue's killer, recognizing vulnerability in death and acknowledging the Capitol's manipulation.
Confronting the Capitol
- Katniss reflects on Gale's anger against the Capitol, realizing it is now foundational for her own feelings of rage and desire for revenge.
Understanding Impotence
- The term "impotence" signifies a lack of power or strength, relating to Katniss's emotional state of frustration against the Capitol's cruelty.
Revenge Against the Capitol
- Inspired by Peeta's earlier sentiments, Katniss seeks to show the Capitol they do not own her or Rue, aiming to make them accountable for their actions.
Decorating Rue's Body
- Katniss adorns Rue's body with flowers, symbolizing her care and respecting Rue as a person, rather than an object in the Games.
The Gift from District 11
- Katniss receives a crescent moon-shaped loaf of bread from District 11, signifying appreciation for her kindness toward Rue and the solidarity from her district.
Acknowledgment of the Gift
- Katniss thanks the people of District 11, illustrating her recognition of the gift's significance and connection to Rue's memory.
Memory of Home
- The dark ration grain bread evokes memories of home for Katniss, emphasizing her longing for family and comfort.
Remaining Tributes
- The current number of tributes left in the arena is six, intensifying the urgency and danger of the competition.
Breaking the Lethargy
- Thoughts of her sister Prim awaken Katniss from her sad stupor, reminding her of her responsibilities and the stakes involved.
Realization of Killing
- After making her first kill, Katniss grapples with the difference between killing for survival versus hunting, highlighting her emotional struggle.
Capitol's Rule Change
- The Capitol alters the rules to allow two tributes from the same district to win, prompting Katniss to call out for Peeta, showcasing their alliance.
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