1. What do Pi's parents think about his being so religious?
(a) They hope Pi's religious fervor is a passing phase.
(b) They just want Pi to be happy.
(c) While they may not believe as Pi does, they encourage him.
(d) They think Pi should choose one religion, whichever one he wants.

2. What was the response of Pi's mother to his request for a Christian baptism and a prayer rug?
(a) His mother was supportive of him as soon as he asked.
(b) His mother told him it was his father's decision.
(c) His mother did not concede to his wishes.
(d) His mother conceded to his wishes, but only after he argued with her.

3. Which of the following statements is NOT true about Pi's baptism?
(a) It was an uncomfortable event for Pi.
(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) The actual baptism was, for him, as refreshing as a warm summer rain.

4. When Pi awoke in the middle of the night and saw the huge moonlit sky before him, what did he think about with regards to himself and the rest of the sea?
(a) How starless the sky was, and how empty his heart felt.
(b) How lonely the moon looked, and how lonely his heart was.
(c) How small he is and how vast the sea and the sky are.
(d) How there was no chance of ever surviving in such a vast sea.

5. What event showed that fortune was with Pi?
(a) He was mobile enough to get in the lifeboat.
(b) He went to sleep early the night before.
(c) He was not seasick.
(d) He didn't get killed by a falling zebra.