Life of Pi Vocabulary Quiz

What does "rationing" mean in the context of Pi's time on the lifeboat?

• Consuming a large amount of food

• Limiting the use of resources to make them last

• Preparing food for others

• Giving away extra food to other survivors

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following best describes "trepidation"?

• Confidence in a new plan

• A feeling of deep relaxation

• A state of fear or nervousness about something that may happen

• A sense of relief after danger has passed

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "voracious" describe in terms of Richard Parker’s eating habits?

• Eating very little due to illness

• Eating with great enthusiasm and in large amounts

• Not eating at all

• Eating only plants and vegetables

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

A "conundrum" is best described as:

• A simple solution to a problem

• A difficult and confusing problem or question

• A type of musical instrument

• A straightforward decision

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "indomitable" mean when describing Pi's spirit?

• Easily discouraged

• Impossible to subdue or defeat

• Quick to give up

• Unwilling to try

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following best defines "symbiosis" in the context of Pi and Richard Parker's relationship?

• A relationship where one benefits and the other is harmed

• A mutually beneficial relationship between different organisms

• A competitive relationship for resources

• A relationship where both parties are indifferent to each other

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What does "carnivorous" mean in relation to Richard Parker?

• Eating only plants

• Eating both plants and animals

• Eating only meat

• Not eating at all

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How would you describe "resilience" in the context of Pi's journey?

• The ability to recover quickly from difficulties

• The tendency to give up easily

• The act of avoiding challenges

• The refusal to adapt to new situations

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does "adversity" refer to in Pi's experience?

• A period of great success

• A state of comfort and ease

• Difficulties or misfortune

• A time of celebration

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following best describes "tenacity" as shown by Pi?

• The quality of being easily discouraged

• The quality of being determined and persistent

• The tendency to avoid challenges

• The act of giving up quickly

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3