Final themes

Consumption
hunger
inequality
identity
media

death
emotion
greed

English 102: Final Exam

Justin Rogers-Cooper

Spring I 2015

Directions

Choose one of the topics below. Brainstorm and plan your argument, two supporting ideas. 

Remember the parts of a strong argumentative essay: a short intro that presents the issue and segues into an explicit thesis, two separate body paragraphs with topic sentences (each discussing one main reason for the thesis), analysis of direct quotations, and relevant critical thinking. More points will be awarded to answers that assess passages not discussed in class, or answers that provide new meanings to those passages already discussed.

Topics: choose one.

1.      The Hunger Games. In our reading we have discussed the meaning of the Hunger Games in relation to the overall culture of Panem. In what ways does Katniss and her allies use the games to change the meaning of the games for the Capitol? How does Katniess and her allies manipulate the games for their own use?

2.      Rebellion. One of the dominant themes of our course has been rebellion, whether we’re thinking of the work of McKay, Steinbeck, Hansberry or Collins. What is the significance of rebellion in The Hunger Games, and how should we understand Katniss’ form(s) of rebellion? What makes Katniss a rebel?

3.       Crowds. The Hunger Games articulates a vision of crowds that seems essential for the rule of Panem. Crowds are essential to how the media shows the games, too. What is the significance of crowds to Katniss’ survival in the games? Why are crowds so important?