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Hunger Games Vocabulary Chapters 1-6

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

decrepit

a)

worn and broken down by hard use

b)

new and shiny

c)

strong and durable

d)

lightly used and maintained

2.

poacher

a)

a person who hunts or catches game or fish illegally

b)

a wildlife conservationist

c)

a type of fishing gear

d)

a person who sells illegal drugs

3.

arena

a)

the designated area where the Hunger Games take place. Example: "The arena itself is circular, with a diameter of about ten miles."

b)

a type of competition held in a large stadium

c)

a place where animals are trained for combat

d)

a term used for a large public gathering or event

4.

tessera

a)

a small amount of grain or oil given to someone in need, in exchange for entering their name into the Hunger Games more times.

b)

a type of currency used in the Capitol.

c)

a special token for winning a game.

d)

a form of identification for citizens.

5.

cumulative

a)

increasing by successive addition

b)

decreasing by successive subtraction

c)

remaining constant over time

d)

randomly fluctuating

6.

district

a)

one of the twelve impoverished regions of Panem that are controlled by the Capitol.

b)

a type of government building in Panem.

c)

a wealthy area known for its resources in Panem.

d)

a term used for the capital city of Panem.

7.

mentor

a)

a wise and trusted guide and advisor

b)

a person who provides financial support

c)

a type of educational institution

d)

a formal assessment of skills

8.

Capitol

a)

the seat of government in the nation of Panem, where the Hunger Games are organized and controlled.

b)

a large city known for its entertainment and nightlife.

c)

a historical site where ancient battles were fought.

d)

a fictional place in a different dystopian series.

9.

reaping

a)

an event in which the Capitol chooses one boy and one girl from each district to compete in the Hunger Games.

b)

a festival celebrated in the districts to honor the victors of the Hunger Games.

c)

a term used for the training of tributes before the Hunger Games.

d)

a ceremony where the winners of the Hunger Games are announced.

10.

apothecary

a)

a health professional who prepares and dispenses drugs.

b)

a type of ancient medicine

c)

a herbalist who only sells plants

d)

a pharmacist who only works in hospitals

11.

blather

a)

foolish gibberish

b)

meaningful conversation

c)

serious discussion

d)

intelligent debate

12.

terse

a)

brief and to the point

b)

long-winded and detailed

c)

confusing and ambiguous

d)

lively and engaging

13.

propaganda

a)

information used to promote a political cause

b)

unbiased information presented to the public

c)

information that is always factual and accurate

d)

information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a particular political cause or point of view.

14.

sodden

a)

dry and arid

b)

wet through and through; thoroughly wet

c)

partially wet

d)

lightly damp

15.

prestigious

a)

having influence by reason of high status

b)

lacking importance or influence

c)

being unknown or unrecognized

d)

having a low social standing

16.

Career

a)

A tribute from Districts 1, 2, and 4 who trains specifically for the Hunger Games and is typically well-equipped and well-trained.

b)

A tribute who volunteers to take the place of another in the Hunger Games.

c)

A tribute from District 12 known for their survival skills in the wilderness.

d)

A tribute who is chosen randomly from the reaping ceremony.

17.

supple

a)

moving and bending with ease

b)

rigid and unyielding

c)

stiff and inflexible

d)

heavy and cumbersome

18.

condone

a)

excuse, overlook, or make allowances for

b)

punish or reprimand

c)

ignore or dismiss

d)

support or endorse

19.

keel over

a)

fall suddenly; collapse

b)

stand upright; remain steady

c)

walk slowly; meander

d)

jump quickly; evade

20.

chariot

a)

a type of ancient vehicle used for racing

b)

a decorated carriage that carries each pair of tributes during the opening ceremonies of the Hunger Games

c)

a small boat used for fishing

d)

a ceremonial sword used in battles