They are the author's memories and impressions with the man he based Life of Pi off of. If you read the introduction(which is all in italics) he talks about how he came to write the book, and one thing the author mentions is the first meeting of real-life Piscine. So while the story is going on, the author adds in his thoughts on the main character.
It should be C. identify the supporting details. hope this helps!
a. deductive reasoning.
you deduced that all the food you ordered would be burnt from the premise that you were served a burnt burger
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pictures are easier interpret than words or something along the lines
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