1. In Chapter 8, the reader gets some insight into Katniss' relationship with her mother. Why does Katniss not refer to her mother when she participates in rebellion activities?

2. In Chapter 11, Katniss ponders the question of what it will take to break her. What does Katniss realize is the answer?

3. In Chapter 10, Katniss has a chance to speak with her sister for the first time in weeks. What does Katniss learn about her sister that both surprises her and makes her happy?

4. What did Katniss mean when she told the Capitol if 'we burn you burn with us'?

5. In Chapter 3, what conditions does Katniss place on her agreement to be the Mockingjay, a symbol for the rebellion?

6. Who does Katniss see on the Capitol television broadcast in Chapter 2? How does this make her feel?

7. In Chapter 6, Haymitch asks the leaders in Coin's control center to offer opinions as to when Katniss was most likeable during the Hunger Games. What is the most clear answer and what impact will it have on the propos Katniss is supposed to make as the Mockingjay to inspire rebels to stand up against the Capitol?

8. In Chapter 10, what instructions does Plutarch give to Katniss? For what reason?

9. In Chapter 5, why does Katniss's prep team begin the process of beautifying her body?

10. In Chapter 11, Katniss discovers that Snow has sent a message to her that is similar to one she discovered in the Victory Village in chapter 1. What is it?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is District 13? Why have so many believed that the district was destroyed seventy-five years before? What really happened? Who is Coin? What does she want from Katniss? For what reason? How has the mockingjay become a symbol of the rebellion? How does Katniss feel about this? Why does Katniss resist the role Coin wants her to play in the rebellion? What has Katniss' resent experiences impacted her view of the future and her decisions regarding her own role in the rebellion?

Essay Topic 2

What happens to Boggs in chapter 20? Why does he give Katniss the Holo? What is Katniss to do with the Holo? How does Katniss react to this sudden change in circumstances? What lie does Katniss tell to force the others to follow her? Why does she do this? Is Katniss choosing a personal vendetta over the safety of those following her? Explain.