The Hunger Games Analysis

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The Hunger Games is a 2008 science fiction adventure novel written by American author Suzanne Collins. Mateship is a dominant theme considered evident within the Hunger Games novel. This essay will discuss how mateship is portrayed within the novel, how it is relevant in today’s society and the valuable lessons The Hunger Games provides for the modern audience. The main protagonist of ‘The Hunger Games’, Katniss and her fellow tributes, Peeta, Rue and Thresh demonstrates the value of mateship whilst mutually facing adversity within the arena. In chapter 13, whilst Katniss is under the effects of a Tracker Jacker sting, Peeta helps her by telling her to “Run!”, “Run!” because the other tributes are approaching. Peeta expresses his care for Katniss by defying his supposed alliance to her competitors. In chapter 19, Peeta is severely wounded, and despite Katniss’s lack of first aid skills, she attempts to tend to his injury. “Why don’t we give it some air and then.” I trail off. “And then you’ll patch it up?” says Peeta. Katniss’ willingness to heal his wound represents her loyalty to their friendship. In chapter 23, whilst Katniss and Peeta separately forage for food, Katniss tries to send Peeta a signal using a mockingjay, but receives no response. She begins to worry, “Peeta!” I call out in panic. “Peeta!” Katniss’s extreme concern for Peeta’s life represents the development of their relationship during the games. These examples, involving Peeta and Katniss’s relationship demonstrate the values of mateship throughout the Hunger Games novel. Mateship is an Australian idiom that embodies the values of friendship, equality and solidarity. The term originated in colonial Australia and is still relevant in society today. Modern audiences can learn friendship, equality and solidarity from various relationships in The Hunger Games. The alliance of Rue and Katniss
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