Why Did Katniss Kill Coin

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Tabitha
Tabitha
2025-01-19 22:17:23
Oh man, that's a hard one. I pondered it for a moment. Katniss Everdeen executes President Coin at the end of "The Hunger Games" instead of Snow. Why? Well, it's simple actually. She understood that both of them were as bad,or worse than the other.

After all, Coin proposed to hold one last Hunger Games with Capitol children. That indicated she was prepared to carry on the cycle of violence in order for her own purposes. And Katniss, she could not stand exploitation and domination. The people had had enough. In that crucial moment, therefore, instead of firing her arrow at Snow--it was aimed squarely at Coin.
Bradley
Bradley
2025-01-21 17:46:12
So, in the finale of 'The Hunger Games' series, during President Snow's execution, Katniss unexpectedly kills President Coin. This act might seem like a sudden twist to some, but in reality, it's the culmination of Katniss' character development and her perceptions of right and wrong.

Throughout the series, Katniss has been manipulated by those in power, used as a pawn in political games. Snow was a representation of all that was openly rotten and brutal, while Coin represented a new kind of misery, the cunning, superficially benevolent type of leadership that promised change but was just as willing to sacrifice innocent lives for power.

Towards the end, Coin proposes a final Hunger Games utilizing the children of the Capitol's officials. This shows Katniss that Coin is no different from Snow — she is willing to continue the cycle of violence and vengeance for her own political gain.

Seeing the symmetry between Snow and Coin, Katniss makes a stand, killing Coin to prevent another tyrant from taking command. This act is not just about rebellion or personal vengeance, but about refusing to let innocents suffer at the hands of the powerful. It's Katniss' way of revealing her understanding of the complexities of power, authority, and morality.
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