A Spark of Hope: Luck and Other Virtues of Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games The novel The Hunger Games (2008), written by Suzanne Collins, explores the idea of luck and its effects on Katniss Everdeen. Luck is a “force that operates to bring advantages or disadvantages to a person. It is a combination of circumstances and events operating by chance that shape ones’ future” (Gage Canadian Dictionary). Just like Newton said, for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. For luck, it is treated very much the same. Everyone has opportunities presented to them each with their own requirements. One may be given a job, but it is not just their character and strong work ethic that got them there. It was also a combination of their
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Katniss remembers an earlier time when Peeta helped her after her father’s death. Peeta purposefully burnt bread and, instead of feeding it to the pigs, he threw the loaves out to Katniss. During the games when Peeta and the Careers find and chase Katniss up a tree, Peeta decides they should wait until the morning to kill Katniss. Katniss then cuts down the tracker jacker nest that falls on the sleeping group and flees the scene, but not before she grabs Glimmer’s bow and arrow. Peeta finds Katniss and asks, “‘What are you still doing here?’ … ‘Run!’ he screams. ‘Run!’” (193). After Katniss escapes the scene she remarks, “Sick and disoriented, I’m able to form only one thought: Peeta Mellark just saved my life” (194). Additionally, Peeta’s confession of love for Katniss makes her look enticing. Haymitch points out, “He made you look desirable! And let’s face it, you can use all the help you can get in that department…You’re all they’re talking about. The star-crossed lovers from District Twelve!” (Collins 135). Furthermore, the hope that the star-crossed lovers could survive the games causes a rule change, “Claudius Templesmith’s voice booms down from overhead… There’s been a rule change in the Games… Under the new rule, both tributes from the same district will be declared winners if they are the last two alive” (244). During the final interview with Caesar Flickerman, Katniss watches the …show more content…
Luck plays a significant role in Katniss’ survival by her male tribute counterpart, Peeta Mellark. Peeta saves Katniss’ life before the games by providing her with bread. He also saves her life during the games by telling her to run away from Cato after the tracker jacker incident. Furthermore, Peeta gives Katniss his love. This love ignites adoration for the star-crossed lovers which gave Katniss many sponsors. Additionally, the type of arena chosen was very similar to the woods surrounding her home district. This habitat provided comfort for Katniss and allowed to use her knowledge in hunting and gathering to sustain her during the games. Furthermore, the relationships of Cinna, Rue and Haymitch gave Katniss hope during the Games. Cinna created the Girl on Fire which made Katniss desirable, Rue helped Katniss out of a dangerous situation with the tracker jackers and their alliance helped Katniss survive. Lastly, Haymitch’s ability to obtain sponsors for Katniss helped her fight and stay alive. Overall, the luck presented to Katniss in each of these situations guaranteed her survival and her ultimate victory in the 74th Annual Hunger
Katniss remembers an earlier time when Peeta helped her after her father’s death. Peeta purposefully burnt bread and, instead of feeding it to the pigs, he threw the loaves out to Katniss. During the games when Peeta and the Careers find and chase Katniss up a tree, Peeta decides they should wait until the morning to kill Katniss. Katniss then cuts down the tracker jacker nest that falls on the sleeping group and flees the scene, but not before she grabs Glimmer’s bow and arrow. Peeta finds Katniss and asks, “‘What are you still doing here?’ … ‘Run!’ he screams. ‘Run!’” (193). After Katniss escapes the scene she remarks, “Sick and disoriented, I’m able to form only one thought: Peeta Mellark just saved my life” (194). Additionally, Peeta’s confession of love for Katniss makes her look enticing. Haymitch points out, “He made you look desirable! And let’s face it, you can use all the help you can get in that department…You’re all they’re talking about. The star-crossed lovers from District Twelve!” (Collins 135). Furthermore, the hope that the star-crossed lovers could survive the games causes a rule change, “Claudius Templesmith’s voice booms down from overhead… There’s been a rule change in the Games… Under the new rule, both tributes from the same district will be declared winners if they are the last two alive” (244). During the final interview with Caesar Flickerman, Katniss watches the …show more content…
Luck plays a significant role in Katniss’ survival by her male tribute counterpart, Peeta Mellark. Peeta saves Katniss’ life before the games by providing her with bread. He also saves her life during the games by telling her to run away from Cato after the tracker jacker incident. Furthermore, Peeta gives Katniss his love. This love ignites adoration for the star-crossed lovers which gave Katniss many sponsors. Additionally, the type of arena chosen was very similar to the woods surrounding her home district. This habitat provided comfort for Katniss and allowed to use her knowledge in hunting and gathering to sustain her during the games. Furthermore, the relationships of Cinna, Rue and Haymitch gave Katniss hope during the Games. Cinna created the Girl on Fire which made Katniss desirable, Rue helped Katniss out of a dangerous situation with the tracker jackers and their alliance helped Katniss survive. Lastly, Haymitch’s ability to obtain sponsors for Katniss helped her fight and stay alive. Overall, the luck presented to Katniss in each of these situations guaranteed her survival and her ultimate victory in the 74th Annual Hunger