In my group discussion, the ideas of three other members changed my direction and path along my opinion and perspectives about the Hunger Games. I listened to their point of views on the story, theme, how Panem is mirrored in the real world, and especially the analysis and growth of the protagonist, Katniss. One of the members discussed the cruel and hasty setting of District 12, as Katniss declared on page 6, “District twelve. Where you can starve to death in safety.” I agreed with her ideas about the dark and poor setting of the district, although this wasn’t new information at all. However, she made a connection of how she can relate to the district because by peering at the unfortunate cruelty of the district, she learns to treasure
