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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2 Chapter 83 | Part 2 Chapter 84 | Part 2 Chapter 85.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Richard Parker end up in the lifeboat with Pi?
(a) Pi helped him swim to the boat by throwing him a life buoy.
(b) He was there before Pi got in.
(c) He jumped into the boat from the ship.
(d) Pi doesn't know how he got there.

2. Which of the following is true about Pi's family's departure from India?
(a) Pi was excited about leaving, but his mother was sad.
(b) The whole family was excited about going to Canada.
(c) The ship was delayed in its departure because of weather.
(d) Other families on the ship were going to Canada as well.

3. What did the crouching tiger do when Pi turned to face him after the storm?
(a) Lunged at Pi, aiming to kill him.
(b) Licked his nose and averted his gaze.
(c) Growled at Pi.
(d) Leaned over the boat and clubbed at a fish.

4. During the first night on the lifeboat, what did the hyena do?
(a) Spent the night barking/howling.
(b) Walked around the boat.
(c) Chewed off the leg of the zebra.
(d) Slept on the tarp.

5. Which of the following statements is NOT true about Pi's baptism?
(a) The actual baptism was, for him, as refreshing as a warm summer rain.
(b) His father, mother and brother came, even though it was against their will.
(c) The actual baptism involved only a trickle of water poured over his head.
(d) It was an uncomfortable event for Pi.

Short Answer Questions

1. What smell reminded Pi of childhood?

2. How did Richard Parker react when Pi shouted a greeting to him?

3. What did Pi do each time he thought he saw lights in the distance?

4. What did Pi do to modify the raft?

5. What religion is Pi?

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