The glorification of the opening ceremony for the Hunger Games is an important key in the book. The glorification and elaborate costumes are mainly for Panem’s citizens. They adore the yearly games because it is their entertainment. All the glory adds to the fantasy the capital loves. The elaborate costumes also help the teenagers going into the game. If the Capitol’s wealthy citizens like their costume/district they will become sponsors. Sponsors are crucial to the survival of the teenagers going inside the games.
