Katniss Character Analysis

In The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, Katniss Everdeen, the main character, is characterized in many ways. Katniss is a strongly developed character. The reader learns so much about Katniss due to the book being in first person. Some of Katniss’ major characteristics are brave, independent, and protective. Being brave is a difficult task to accomplish, but Katniss Everdeen nails it. One example of Katniss showing her bravery is when Katniss volunteers as tribute for her sister (page 25). Katniss is aware that she will most likely die in the arena but she would sacrifice herself for her younger sister, Prim. Another example of Katniss’ bravery is when she wore flames on her back as she when into the opening ceremony chariots (page 77). Flames are very dangerous and Katniss knew that if she wore the flames she would have a better chance of winning the games. One last example was Katniss challenging the Capitol by almost eating the berries (page 403). Katniss challenged the only form of government she has ever known even though she could get killed on the spot. Bravery is a very important part of Katniss’ character. …show more content…
Katniss is independent by taking care of her mother and sister after her father died. Katniss’ father died in a mine explosion and her mother went out of the loop and couldn’t take care of Katniss and Prim. Katniss went into action and started hunting and finding food for her family when she was very young (Beginning of book). Another example is how Katniss took care of herself during the game with a little help form sponsors, who donate items that the tributes need. Until Katniss met Rue she was all alone and was able to keep herself alive (first part of the games). She learns to take care of herself at a young