The Hunger Games Chapter 9 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

How does it make Katniss feel that Peeta has asked to be trained separately?

Betrayed

What does Katniss say must have existed for her to feel betrayed?

Trust

What does Effie tell Katniss will make the audience like her?

If she's smiling all the time during the interview.

How does Haymitch describe how Katniss comes across to people that makes her angry?

Sullen and Hostile Signup and view all the answers

What does the red-headed girl do when she sees the mess Katniss has made in her room?

She cleans Katniss up and then helps her clean the broken dishes, even though Katniss told her not to. Signup and view all the answers

How does the red-headed girl respond when Katniss apologizes to her for not helping her?

She shakes her head and then taps her lips with her fingers and points to Katniss' chest. Signup and view all the answers

How does Katniss describe the way she looks in her interview dress and makeup?

I am not pretty. I am not beautiful. I am as radiant as the sun. Signup and view all the answers

What does Cinna tell Katniss the citizens of the Capitol like about her?

Her spirit Signup and view all the answers

What advice does Cinna give to Katniss about answering the interview questions?

To look at him and answer the questions as if she's speaking to him as her friend. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Caesar Flickerman?

The person who has hosted the interviews for the Hunger Games for more than 40 years. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference in the appearance of people from District 12 and the Capitol?

Looking old is not desirable in the Capitol. The Capitol has access to surgeries to make people look younger and thinner. Looking old or plump in District 12 is envied. Signup and view all the answers

What does Rue say her greatest strength is?

She's hard to catch and if they can't catch her, they can't kill her. Signup and view all the answers

Who does Peeta tell Caesar in the interview that he has a crush on from back home?

Katniss Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Katniss's Emotions and Relationships

Katniss feels betrayed by Peeta’s decision to train separately, highlighting the importance of trust in their relationship.
Trust forms the foundation of Katniss's emotional responses to her allies.

Appearance and Presentation

Effie insists that for Katniss to be favored by the audience, she must smile consistently during her interview.
Haymitch describes Katniss's demeanor as sullen and hostile, which contributes to her frustration with how others perceive her.

Supportive Characters

A red-headed girl cleans up after Katniss’s mess, demonstrating kindness despite Katniss's previous refusal of help.
When Katniss apologizes, the red-head gestures, indicating that her assistance might have led to a worse fate as an Avox.

Self-Perception

Katniss views herself in the interview dress and makeup as not pretty or beautiful, but radiant like the sun, pointing to her complex feelings about beauty.
Cinna points out that the citizens of the Capitol admire Katniss's spirit, which is an essential aspect of her identity.

Interview Preparation

Cinna advises Katniss to engage with him as a friend when answering interview questions to foster a more genuine presentation.
Caesar Flickerman, the long-time host of the Hunger Games interviews, plays a significant role in the spectacle.

District Comparison

In contrast to the Capitol, where youth and thinness are celebrated and aging is seen as undesirable, District 12 respects survival and longevity, with old age being valued and congratulated.

Rue and Peeta

Rue expresses her agility as her greatest strength, indicating her survival skills relevant to the Games.
Peeta reveals his crush on Katniss during the interview with Caesar, adding complexity to their character dynamics.

Description

Test your knowledge of key concepts from Chapter 9 of 'The Hunger Games'. This quiz explores Katniss's emotions, relationships, and advice from her mentor, Haymitch, as she navigates the complexities of preparing for the Hunger Games. Challenge yourself with these flashcards to deepen your understanding of the text.