"She's the twelve-year-old, the one that reminded me so of Prim in stature. Up close she looks about ten. She has bright, dark eyes and satiny brown skin and stands tilted up on her toes with her arms slightly extended to her sides, as if ready to take wing at the slightest sound. It's impossible not to think of a bird." (page 98-99)
This quote describes Rue's appearance and her dark eyes and skin. As well, this quote describes how, to Katniss, Rue resembles a bird.
"But I want her. Because she's a survivor, and I trust her, and why not admit it? She reminds me of Prim." (page 289)
This quote describes how trustworthy Rue is and how determined she is to survive as long as possible.