Navigating Early - Chapter 11

What does Pi discover as he stands up on the beach?

A volcano

Why does this surprise Jack?

Because Early never goes anywhere

What record does Jack put on as Early starts the story?

Billie Holiday

Where does Early invite Jack one night when they are working on final adjustments?

For a trip during fall break

What happens to Pi in the storm?

He makes it to the eye of the storm in the boat but then when he hits the storm again, he is swept into the sea. He finds himself washed up on a shore and remembers a big white whale helping him.

What does Jack do to get Early calmed down?

He tells him that Pi is okay and if they fixed the Sweetie Pie, surely Pi can fix his boat. And he asks Early to tell more of Pi's story.

When Jack tries to explain that Professor Stanton is just talking about the number pi, not the character, how does Early react?

He yells that the numbers don't end. Pi is not dead. And starts sorting jelly beans.

What is happening with Jack on fall break?

His dad is taking shore leave and coming to visit.

Does Jack want to go?

No

Where is Early going on fall break?

On a quest, to find Pi (the character).

What saying does finding himself on a volcanic island remind him of from his village?

Out of the kettle and into the fire

What is the name of Pi's story in Chapter 11?

Plights and Perils

What will Jack's dad do while he visits?

See the regatta and go to Portland with Jack

What dangers does Pi face in the boat?

Sharks, bugs, and a huge storm

Why does Early want to find Pi?

So Professor Stanton will stop saying Pi is dead.