The Hunger Games - Extract from Chapter 1

1. “A shining Capitol ringed by thirteen districts.” 

What does the phrase ‘ringed by’ mean in the context of the text?

• Enclosed or surrounded by

• Connected to

• Protected by a barrier

• Hidden within

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1. “The uprising of the districts against the Capitol…” 

Which word is closest in meaning to ‘uprising’?

• Rebellion

• Cooperation

• Surrender

• Alliance

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In the passage, what does the word “obliterated” imply about the thirteenth district?

• Destroyed completely

• Restored to its former glory

• Improved and advanced

•  Hidden and protected

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What do ‘tributes’ refer to in the context of the Hunger Games?

• Gifts from sponsors

• Offerings or sacrifices

• District leaders

• Capitol citizens

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“This is the Capitol's way of reminding us how totally we are at their mercy.” 

In the passage, the phrase ‘at their mercy’ suggests:

• Showing mercy and compassion

•  Being in a position of authority

• Having no obligations

• Being under their control or power

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“To make it humiliating as well as torturous, the Capitol...”

Which of the following is NOT a meaning of ‘torturous’ as used in the passage?

• Extremely painful or causing suffering

•  Involving a complex or intricate process

• Involving torment or intense physical suffering

• Characterized by agony or torment

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1. “..., the Capitol requires us to treat the Hunger Games as a festivity” 

What does ‘festivity’ mean as used in the passage?

• A formal gathering of officials

• A solemn religious ceremony

• A joyful and celebratory event or activity

• A sad occasion

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1. “The last tribute alive receives a life of ease back home,...”

What does ‘a life of ease’ imply in the passage?

• Living in a structured society

• Living in the wilderness

• living a challenging life

• Living comfortably without much hardship

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“It is both a time for repentance and a time for thanks,” intones the mayor.

In the context of the passage, what is the closest meaning to ‘repentance’?

• Resentment and anger

• Sincere regret or remorse for one's wrongdoings

• Celebration and revelry

•  A sense of pride and accomplishment

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“Since all of this is being televised, right now District 12 is the laughingstock of Panem…”

What is the meaning of ‘televised’ in the context of the passage?

• Written in a formal document

• Displayed in a public place

• Broadcasted or shown on television

• Expressed through gestures and actions

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