Life of Pi 40 - 52

Front

What emotions did Pi experience during the first night at sea?

Back

Pi felt fear, loneliness, and anxiety about being alone in the Pacific Ocean.

Front

What did Pi realize about the dangers of being alone at sea?

Back

He understood that he was vulnerable to predators like the hyena and that rescue was unlikely.

Front

What was Pi's primary concern after three days on the lifeboat?

Back

Thirst was Pi's strongest feeling after three days.

Front

What action did the hyena take during the first night?

Back

The hyena chewed off the leg of the zebra.

Front

Why did Pi think the tiger was no longer a threat?

Back

Pi thought the tiger was gone because he did not see it and believed it could not coexist with the hyena.

Front

What surprising behavior did Orange Juice exhibit while on the lifeboat?

Back

Orange Juice attempted to protect herself from the hyena and showed distress over missing her children.

Front

What does Pi's fear of the dark symbolize in his journey?

Back

It symbolizes the unknown dangers he faces and his feelings of isolation.

Front

How does Pi's experience reflect the theme of survival?

Back

Pi's struggle for water, food, and safety highlights the instinct to survive against overwhelming odds.

Front

What role does the hyena play in the lifeboat's ecosystem?

Back

The hyena represents a predator that poses a threat to Pi and the other animals on the lifeboat.

Front

What does the zebra's injury signify in the story?

Back

The zebra's injury signifies the harsh realities of survival and the food chain in a confined space.