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- 1. Multiple Choice
The story opens on the day of the _________________.
reaping
tributes
Hunger Games
Seam
- 2. Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements best describes District 12?
a wealthy coal-mining district with bright, distinct colors
a coal region that is dark, poor, and not well-respected
an area that is becoming revitalized through rebuilding and hard work
a desolate area that is void of food and sunshine
- 3. Multiple Choice
What prompted Katniss to begin hunting in the woods, even though she knows it is illegal?
It was her only option in order to keep her family alive following her father’s death
Her father directed her to hunt in the woods in order to supplement his pay from the mines.
She likes to show off her skills with a knife since very few of the residents can use one
It was the only way to spend time with Gale, her hunting partner
- 4. Multiple Choice
How many entries did Primrose have in the Hunger Games lottery?
0
1
3
5
- 5. Multiple Choice
What is the meaning of the phrase, “the protocol has become rusty” from page 22 when referring to the Reaping procedures?
The directions for the reaping were lost many years ago.
The directors are trying to decide whether they will accept Katniss as a volunteer.
The glass ball containing the names of the entrants is very old.
The directors are confused because it’s been a very long time since a volunteer has surfaced during the reaping.
- 6. Multiple Choice
What act of defiance did District 12 engage in?
They made the sign of the mockingjay in unison.
Not one single person clapped when Katniss took the stage at the reaping.
They refused to allow Prim to be chosen for the reaping.
No one made eye contact with the camera as it panned the crowd.
- 7. Multiple Choice
What significant childhood connection does Katniss have to Peeta?
What significant childhood connection does Katniss have to Peeta?
He taught her how to identify the edible plant, katniss, after which she was named.
Madge and Peeta were the only childhood friends Katniss had.
Peeta’s father knew Katniss’ mother.
- 8. Multiple Choice
Why does Katniss avoid crying at all costs?
She does not want to show her family she is upset…and therefore, cause them more pain.
She fears that Peeta will feel the need to protect her and, therefore, jeopardize himself
There are always cameras on them, and she does not want to appear weak…nor does she want to give the Capitol the pleasure.
She suspects the Capitol will rank her higher if she appears brave
- 9. Multiple Choice
Why are certain tributes referred to as “Careers”?
They are kids from wealthier districts who’ve been trained their whole lives for this contest
They are the tributes sponsored by the Capitol.
They are paid contestants who wish to have careers as mercenaries.
They are the tallest, strongest contestants.
- 10. Multiple Choice
Who gives Katniss the gold mockingjay pin to wear in The Hunger Games?
Gale
Peeta
Prim
Madge
- 11. Multiple Choice
What can the reader infer to be the cause of Haymitch’s drunken state?
He has plenty of money from having won his Hunger Games, so he spends it on liquor.
He is emotionally distraught from having murdered 23 fellow contestants in his Hunger Games, and he drinks to avoid thinking about it.
He lost his daughter in a previous Hunger Games and drinks to avoid breaking down over her death.
He has been unable to find work in the impoverished District 12, so he drinks to fill the time.
- 12. Multiple Choice
. Why does Katniss believe that “a kind Peeta Mellark is far more dangerous to me than an unkind one”?
She realizes he will be harder to trust if he is running around being kind to everyone.
She knows it will be harder to kill him if she believes he is a kind person
She thinks the audiences will like him better because he is kinder.
She fears he is being fake and will turn on her when she least expects it.
- 13. Multiple Choice
What is the symbolic significance of the dandelion?
It represents hope.
It represents vengeance.
It represents independence
It represents nature.
- 14. Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is an accurate description of the Capitol’s residents?
They are alien-like with exaggerated features.
They are oddly dressed with bizarre hair and brightly-painted faces
They appear similar to the residents of other districts, but they are plump from being better-fed.
They wear futuristic clothing made from rare, metallic material
- 15. Multiple Choice
Why do Cinna and Portia choose “flaming” costumes for Katniss and Peeta?
They want to intimidate the other tributes with an outlandish, devilish costume
They believe the bright colors will attract more sponsors
They want to send a covert message to the underground movement that is organizing against the Capitol.
Tributes typically wear costumes that represent the flavor of the district, and coal is used to burn.
- 16. Multiple Choice
What is an Avox?
Someone who has committed a crime and had his/her tongue cut so he/she can’t speak
A traitor who has been exiled from the Capitol
A popular, dog-like animal that the Capitol residents carry around in purses
A mail-order company for cosmetics used by the Capitol residents
- 17. Multiple Choice
What does Haymitch see as Peeta and Katniss’ most useful skills for the arena?
Peeta’s kindness and Katniss’ survival mentality
The real-life romance between the two
Their ability to go for long periods of time without food
Peeta’s strength and Katniss’ ability to hunt with weapons
- 18. Multiple Choice
Why is Katniss drawn to Rue?
Rue reminds her of Prim.
Rue does not have any friends at the Hunger Games, and Katniss feels sorry for her.
Rue is the only tribute who bothers to be friendly to Katniss and Peeta.
Rue is a strong tribute, and Katniss realizes they need her allegiance.
- 19. Multiple Choice
Why does Katniss shoot an arrow at the Gamemakers’ table?
She does it in retaliation for being sent into the Hunger Games
She wants to show off her arrow shooting ability
She misunderstands the rules of the preliminary rounds.
She feels disrespected because they are more concerned with a roasted pig than her arrow shooting
- 20. Multiple Choice
Why is it important for Katniss to receive a high score in the training arena?
A high score will intimidate the other tributes, making them avoid Katniss until the very end.
High-scoring tributes often form alliances with one another, which keeps them alive longer.
High-scoring tributes often attract more sponsors, which can be helpful in the Hunger Games
A high score will cause the Capitol to take her seriously.
- 21. Multiple Choice
What impact did Gale have on Katniss’ life?
Gale taught her additional survival skills, divided the work and spoils, and gave her security through his companionship.
Gale filled the void left by the literal loss of her father and the metaphorical loss of her mother, and his companionship was like that of a husband.
Gale taught Katniss how to be a survivor and stand up for herself
Gale showed Katniss attention when nobody else did, increasing her self-worth and self-esteem
- 22. Multiple Choice
What does Katniss do during her individual evaluation that appalls Effie, but causes her to receive a high training score?
She shoots 10 arrows into the center of 10 dummies in 10 seconds.
She get angry at the Gamemakers’ for not watching her and shoots an arrow directly through the apple in the pig’s mouth that they are eating.
She begins crying and screaming that she does not want to go.
She does nothing, only sits there, and refuses to show them any skills.
- 23. Multiple Choice
What does Cinna say to Katniss before she goes up in the tube to enter the Games?
“And remember this. I’m not allowed to bet, but if I could, my money would be on you.”
“In our world, I rank music somewhere between hair ribbons and rainbows in terms of usefulness. At least a rainbow
gives you a tip about the weather.”
“The closer we get to the end, the more people will realize how clever you are.”
It’s to the Capitol’s advantage to have us divided among ourselves.”
- 24. Multiple Choice
How long does Katniss have before she can step off the metal plate?
20 minutes
20 Seconds
1 hour
60 seconds
- 25. Multiple Choice
To Katniss’s surprise, which tribute has joined the Careers?
Glimmer
Cato
Peeta
Rue
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