Who Is The Protagonist In The Novel

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1.) Who is the protagonist-the main character-in the novel?
The protagonist in the novel was a sixteen-year-old female named Katniss Everdeen.
2.) What kind of person is the protagonist? Be sure to focus on the personality of the character.
3.) What evidence in the text leads you to this opinion of the protagonist? Be specific-include direct quotes from the text.
Katniss Everdeen was a slim and pale figure that possessed lengthy black hair and mysterious blue eyes. The female was a clever, humble, kindhearted, and daring heroine. For example, “Prim!” The strangled cry comes out of my throat, and my muscles begin to move again… With one sweep of my arm, I push her behind me. “I volunteer!” I gasp. “I volunteer as tribute!” There is some confusion

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