Article posted June 1, 2009 at 12:59 PM GMT0 •
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As the Hunger Games come to their conclusion, a few things come to mind.
1.) Was Katniss playing the game all along or did she really have / develop feelings for Peeta? What is your proof?
2.) What do you think the future holds for winners of the Hunger Games, especially given the disobedience they showed to the Capital. Refresh my memory, how did Katniss & Peeta force the hand of the Capital during the Hunger Games? Given that Katniss and Peeta will be making the rounds of all of Panam, what do you predict will happen? What new conflicts may they face?
Overall, give your honest feedback on the Hunger Games. Did it live up to the "hype" that I gave it? What was your favorite part? Are you going to read book 2?
Article posted June 1, 2009 at 12:59 PM GMT0 •
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Article posted May 28, 2009 at 01:25 PM GMT0 •
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Day11 brought about the introduction of a new element into the game, strange creatures. Without reading ahead, and knowing that the gamesmakers continually introduce changes to keep the game interesting. Describe what you think the creatures may look like / be like. How do you think this might change the game with only three players left? What do you think happened to Thresh? Could these creatures be involved with that?
Making T-W connections, compare our year of MeyerIsland Survivor to the Hunger Games. How do you think you'd do in the Hunger Games? Do you think that if you had to play Survivor again, that you'd be better prepared for the "game"? Do you think that the tributes who go into the Hunger Games knowing what the games are about, had an advantage in being successful, as compared to you students who "might" or "might not" know the game of Survivor?
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Article posted May 28, 2009 at 01:25 PM GMT0 •
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Article posted May 26, 2009 at 07:38 PM GMT0 •
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1.) What "tween" or pop-culture influences do you think played on the author as they wrote this novel? Explain how you see the influences. (example -Survivor, there is only 1 winner, American Idol - people watch the behind the scenes, etc.)
2. What text connections have you made so far? Explain your (2) connections and how they fit with the Hunger Games.
3. When does Katniss first realize that Peeta does care for her and is trying to keep her alive? When does she realize her own feelings for him? Did Haymitch think all along that he could keep them both alive by stressing the love story? Are they actually in love?
Article posted May 26, 2009 at 07:38 PM GMT0 •
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Article posted May 26, 2009 at 02:06 AM GMT0 •
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In our recent discussion / podcast, we discussed what a hero was. Many of you thought that Katniss wasn't much of a hero at all. Have the events of these two chapters changed your minds about that? What has Katniss done to show her "true colors"? Do you believe the "star-crossed lovers" gimmick, or is it really true love that these two players share? Explain.
Article posted May 26, 2009 at 02:06 AM GMT0 •
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Article posted May 22, 2009 at 11:49 AM GMT0 •
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These two chapters are a real emotional rollercoaster ride. Describe what happens to evoke the reader's emotions that the author does well. Were you affected in some way? Explain.
Describe a time when you were so upset that you were "Seeing Red" and couldn't / didn't want to be held responsible for your actions.
Article posted May 22, 2009 at 11:49 AM GMT0 •
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Article posted May 20, 2009 at 05:29 PM GMT0 •
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1.) Why does Peeta join with the Career Tributes in the beginning of the Games? What does he hope to gain? Why do they accept him when they start hunting as a group? Why do groups form in the beginning when they know only one of them will be able to survive?
2. What makes Katniss and Rue trust each other to become partners? What does Katniss gain from this friendship besides companionship? Is Katniss and Rue's partnership formed for different reasons than the other group's?
3. Discuss the ways in which the Gamemakers control the environment and "entertainment" value of the Games. How does it affect the tributes to know they are being manipulated to make the Games more exciting for the gamblers and viewers? Does knowing that she is on live TV make Katniss behave differently than she would otherwise?
Article posted May 20, 2009 at 05:29 PM GMT0 •
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Article posted May 19, 2009 at 04:48 PM GMT0 •
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The games have begun! Are they quite what you had expected? Children are exposed to tens of thousands acts of violence on television, cartoons, movies, and video games by this point in their lives. Does the Hunger Games protray violence in a manner that bothers you / grosses you out / doesn't really matter (becuase you know it is fiction) / or some other emotion?
In our podcast round table segment, most of you said you would go defensive. Would you say this is Katniss's strategy? Could it be said she is "passive" aggressive. meaning she is being offensive in playing the game, but not "outwardly" being aggressive?
Think of the example of the trackerjackers and Glimmer. Who would you say is responsible for Glimmer's demise? Does playing the game that way make it feel LESS GUILTY for Katniss than what Peeta did? Would it be possible to "play" the game without taking a life on purpose / accident and still win?
Article posted May 19, 2009 at 04:48 PM GMT0 •
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Article posted May 18, 2009 at 01:43 PM GMT0 •
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How would you play the game, defensive or offensive? Why? What (item) would you risk everything in order to get? Would you have followed Haymitch's advice?
What does Haymitch mean when he says, "It's all a big show. It's all how you're perceived." Why do they need to impress sponsors and what are those sponsors looking for when they are watching the Games?
Why does Katniss ignore Haymitch's advice to head directly away from the Cornucopia? Did she do the right thing to fight for equipment? What are the most important skills she has for staying alive?
Article posted May 18, 2009 at 01:43 PM GMT0 •
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Article posted May 15, 2009 at 03:36 PM GMT0 •
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Katniss realizes just how unjust the whole process is, and has difficulty keeping her emotions in check. Describe a time when you lost your temper, why did it happen? Where there any positives that came of it?
What "angle" would you take for your interview? cocky / arrogant, humble, nervous, vulnerable, mysterious, witty, etc...
How does the fact that tributes are always on camera affect their behavior from the time they are chosen? Does it make it easier or harder for them to accept their fate? How are "career tributes" different than the others?
Article posted May 15, 2009 at 03:36 PM GMT0 •
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Day11 brought about the introduction of a new element into the game, strange creatures. Without reading ahead, and knowing that the gamesmakers continually introduce changes to keep the game interesting. Describe what you think the creatures may look like / be like. How do you think this might change the game with only three players left? What do you think happened to Thresh? Could these creatures be involved with that?