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Hunger Games – Wk. 5, Chapters 17-20 (pages 222-277)
Vocabulary Words – Before you begin reading, find definitions for the following
words:
1. decadent (adj) 6. pariah (n) Picture
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2. despondent (adj) Picture
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9. potent (adj) Sentence
5. dissipate (v) Picture
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8. tethered (v) -
4. assailant (n) Picture
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7. levity (n) -
3. lethargy (n) Picture
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10. stalemate (n) Sentence
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After you have finished reading, answer the questions below. Be sure to use
complete sentences and explain your answer where appropriate.
1.
What does Katniss mean by a “hollow day” (p. 230)? Why do you think it helps her to think
about food? Have you ever had a hollow day?
2.
Katniss surrounds Rue’s body with flowers. Why does she do it and why is it a sign of protest
against the Capitol?
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3.
On page 230, Katniss receives a sponsor gift. What is it, who is it from, and why is it special
(What is its significance)?
4.
How has Peeta managed to stay safe since his fight with Cato? What characteristics does
Peeta have that have helped keep him alive?
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5.
Katniss tells Peeta a story of how she got a goat for Prim but she doesn’t tell him the truth.
Why not?
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6.
Peeta doesn’t want Katniss to go to the feast. Do you think Katniss makes the right decision
to drug him so she can get the medicine he needs? Explain your position:
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