The Hunger Games Part 1 Test
English
6th - 9th Grade
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This quiz comprehensively assesses students' understanding of the first part of Suzanne Collins' dystopian novel "The Hunger Games," making it appropriate for grades 8-9 English Language Arts classes. The questions examine multiple layers of literary analysis, from basic plot comprehension to deeper symbolic interpretation and character motivation. Students must demonstrate recall of specific narrative details, such as the reaping process and character relationships, while also engaging in higher-order thinking skills like inference and textual analysis. The quiz requires students to understand the dystopian world-building elements, character development, and thematic concepts including survival, sacrifice, and resistance to oppression. Students need strong reading comprehension skills, the ability to analyze character motivations and relationships, and the capacity to interpret symbolic elements like the mockingjay pin and dandelion imagery that carry significance throughout the narrative. This quiz was created by a classroom teacher who designed it for students studying dystopian literature in grades 8-9. The assessment serves multiple instructional purposes, functioning effectively as a formative assessment tool to gauge student comprehension after completing the first section of the novel, or as a summative evaluation of student understanding before progressing to subsequent chapters. Teachers can utilize this quiz for review sessions, homework assignments, or as a warm-up activity to activate prior knowledge before class discussions about character development and thematic elements. The question format supports differentiated instruction by incorporating both factual recall and analytical thinking, allowing teachers to identify students who may need additional support with either basic comprehension or literary analysis skills. This assessment aligns with Common Core standards CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.8.1, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.8.3, and CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.8.6, as it requires students to cite textual evidence, analyze character development, and understand point of view in complex literary texts.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The story opens on the day of the _________________.
reaping
tributes
Hunger Games
Seam
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.7
CCSS.RL.6.9
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following statements best describes District 12?
a wealthy coal-mining district with bright, distinct colors
a coal region that is dark, poor, and not well-respected
an area that is becoming revitalized through rebuilding and hard work
a desolate area that is void of food and sunshine
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.6.4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What prompted Katniss to begin hunting in the woods, even though she knows it is illegal?
It was her only option in order to keep her family alive following her father’s death
Her father directed her to hunt in the woods in order to supplement his pay from the mines.
She likes to show off her skills with a knife since very few of the residents can use one
It was the only way to spend time with Gale, her hunting partner
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How many entries did Primrose have in the Hunger Games lottery?
0
1
3
5
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the meaning of the phrase, “the protocol has become rusty” from page 22 when referring to the Reaping procedures?
The directions for the reaping were lost many years ago.
The directors are trying to decide whether they will accept Katniss as a volunteer.
The glass ball containing the names of the entrants is very old.
The directors are confused because it’s been a very long time since a volunteer has surfaced during the reaping.
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What act of defiance did District 12 engage in?
They made the sign of the mockingjay in unison.
Not one single person clapped when Katniss took the stage at the reaping.
They refused to allow Prim to be chosen for the reaping.
No one made eye contact with the camera as it panned the crowd.
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.W.6.9A
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What significant childhood connection does Katniss have to Peeta?
What significant childhood connection does Katniss have to Peeta?
He taught her how to identify the edible plant, katniss, after which she was named.
Madge and Peeta were the only childhood friends Katniss had.
Peeta’s father knew Katniss’ mother.
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
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