The Symbolism Of Katniss In The Hunger Games By Suzanne Collins

ro: In The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins, Katniss, the winner of The Hunger Games, is an interesting character because of her caring nature, acute intelligence, and rebellious drive that led to her rise up against The Capitol.

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Katniss is an interesting character because of her empathetic nature that is visible when she volunteers as tribute and sings for Rue when she is dying. The author, Suzanne Collins, uses a variety of techniques to show this, including dialogue, and metaphors. In chapter two, the reaping happens and Prim’s name is called. Katniss is struck with fear, “Prim! Prim!” she calls in a strangled voice. The author's use of a metaphor (strangled voice), in this context, shows the urgency in Katniss. She

This is seen when she nearly eats the “suicide berries” and is displayed through the symbol of the Mockingjay. The author uses symbolism/motif, and a doomed lovers’ trope to show this. Nearing the end of the book Katniss and Peeta are the only tributes left. They think that they have won, but the rules are drastically changed at the last minute and they are turned against each other. Due to their love for one another both of them are forlorn. Katniss suddenly has the idea of eating the berries. She reaches into the pouch on her belt but is stopped by Peeta as he says, “No, I won’t let you.” “Trust me,” Katniss replies. At this point Katniss appeals to the idea that lovers would rather die than live without the person they love. He then holds her gaze and suspense is built. The berries are divided out and Peeta gently kisses Katniss. A count begins, “One …Two.” Peeta squeezes Katniss’ hand. “Three.” Suddenly the voice of Claudius Templesmith shouts at them to stop and announces them as the winners. Collin’s purpose in this was to show that Katniss is defiant and will not let the Capitol control her. Moreover, Katniss’ rebellion and defiance is shown through the Mockingjay. When Katniss is about to leave in the train to the Capitol, the daughter of the mayor of District 12 gives Katniss a pin with a mockingjay on it. This Mockingjay is seen throughout the movie as a motif of rebellion. The Mockingjay was a hybrid species created by the Capitol to spy on the Districts. However, Districts used this to their advantage to spread misinformation to the Capitol. As a result of this the Mockingjay became a symbol of freedom and rebellion. Mockingjays are also introduced when Rue dies as they carry on the song.The mockingjays (a symbol of rebellion), are singing Katniss’ song of rebellion. We can concur that the other districts would see this as a sign of gratitude. The author's purpose of