Chapters 7-9: Training and Interviews
The final chapters of this section focus on the tributes' training and their crucial interviews before the Games begin. Katniss and Peeta follow Haymitch's advice to hide their true skills during group training sessions.
Highlight: Katniss's private session with the Gamemakers, where she shoots an arrow at them out of frustration, showcases her defiance and skill.
The scoring system is introduced, with Katniss surprisingly receiving a high score of 11, potentially making her a target for other tributes. Peeta scores an 8, solidifying their status as contenders.
The preparation for interviews reveals more about the characters' personalities and strategies. Effie and Haymitch coach them on presentation, while Cinna ensures Katniss's appearance will captivate the audience.
Quote: "I want the audience to recognize you when you're in the arena," says Cinna dreamily. "Katniss, the girl who was on fire."
The chapter concludes with a shocking revelation during Peeta's interview, where he confesses his feelings for Katniss, adding a new layer of complexity to their relationship and strategy for the Games.
Vocabulary: Gamemakers - The officials who control and design the Hunger Games arena and its challenges.
This section sets the stage for the intense competition to come, highlighting the physical and emotional preparations the tributes must undergo before entering the arena.
