Dystopia In The Hunger Games

Dystopian worlds can be like real events in our world. The Hunger Games is an example of that. The Hunger Games world has similarities to the holocaust. Hitler is like President Snow. They both kill, but for different reasons. Hitler kills because of a personal hate towards Jewish people while Snow kills to keep power. Also Hitler kills all ages and Snow (until the uprising starts) usually only kills teens. They’r both dictators though, and they both start a war. The capitol and districts are like groups in the holocaust. The capitol is like Germany because they think what their leader is doing is best for the country. Though, for Germany, the killing wasn’t entertainment, just a way to better their country. Also, for the most part, they aren’t hurt in all of this. Maybe the capitol is more like the Nazi party, but they aren’t in the games. The polish and the careers don’t have the same privileges as Germans or capitol people, and they aren’t in as good shape, but they’re favored over the other county and districts. “The exceptions are the kids from wealthier districts, the volunteers, the ones who have been fed and trained throughout their entire lives for this moment...And like as not, the winner will be one of them. (The Hunger Games. 7. 51)” The …show more content…
Katniss, unlike Vladek, is a teen and not religious, but they’re both survivors. Along their way in these books they have faced loss, despiration, and sadness. “But his son remained alive; ours did not. (Maus I. 4. 81)” “Her hand reaches out and I clutch it like a lifeline. As if it’s me who’s dying instead of Rue. (The Hunger Games. 18. 228)” They were both forced to go through torture. Yes, Katniss technically volunteered, but the districts are forced to choose tributes and this was the only way to keep her sister safe. She had to volunteer for the sake of her family. That’s another thing about them, they both care deeply about their