Catching Fire Themes and Essential Questions
Theme 1: Dystopian Society
Theme 2: Revolution/Rebellion
Theme 3: Love & Loyalty
Essential Questions: 1. How is
Panem a dystopian society? 2.
How does any ruling class
maintain power? 3. Why are
people immune to the suffering of
others? 4. What is the impact and
influence of the media on society?
Essential Questions: 1. What
fuels a rebellion and allows it to
maintain momentum? 2. When is
being a rebel a good thing? 3.
How can I make a positive
impact on society?
Essential Questions: 1. Why is love
such a powerful motivator in difficult
circumstances? 2. Is loyalty a
reasonable expectation in an
unstable environment? 3. How can
love and loyalty be both a benefit
and a liability in life?