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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 Chapter 25 | Part 1 Chapter 26 | Part 1 Chapter 27 | Part 1 Chapter 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Pi do when he didn't feel as welcome to his interfaith practices as before?
(a) Changed Christian churches.
(b) Talked to his religious teachers.
(c) Lingered after Muslim prayers.
(d) Attended Hindu temple only at quiet times.

2. In Part 1, Chapter 21, what is the author's purpose in writing about what he thinks after interviewing Pi?
(a) To make the reader aware of the author's religious beliefs.
(b) To make the reader aware that the author likes Pi.
(c) To help the reader know what the author thinks.
(d) To help the reader understand Pi better.

3. Who were the two men Pi called the "prophets of his youth"?
(a) Satish Kumar, the atheist, and Satish Kumar, the Sufi.
(b) Satish Kumar, the atheist, and Mamji.
(c) Mamji and Pi's father.
(d) Satish Kumar, the Sufi, and Mamji.

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

5. The main character grew up in what country?
(a) Canada.
(b) United States.
(c) Mexico.
(d) India.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Pi first learn about Islam?

2. What was the reaction of Pi's parents to Pi's explorations and practices of various religions?

3. What was the response of Pi's mother to his request for a Christian baptism and a prayer rug?

4. Pi and Mr. Kumar agreed on what?

5. Which of the following statements is NOT true about Pi's prayer rug?

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