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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6 (through page 151).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What port town does Santiago leave from in Part 2?
(a) Tangier.
(b) Egypt.
(c) Harborview.
(d) Sahara.

2. Why are oases considered neutral ground?
(a) They hold no weapons.
(b) They are home to women and children.
(c) There are many jewels.
(d) They are home to the alchemist.

3. What does the Alchemist say that people need to master?
(a) Their hearts.
(b) Their souls.
(c) Love of another.
(d) New knowledge.

4. When Santiago and the Alchemist are about two days away from the pyramids, what does Santiago what to learn?
(a) How to find his treasure.
(b) How to turn lead into gold.
(c) About alchemy.
(d) How to turn gold into lead.

5. How many things does the Alchemist say in Part 6 that Santiago needs to learn?
(a) 5.
(b) 10.
(c) 3.
(d) 1.

Short Answer Questions

1. The first time Santiago approaches the ticket window, what does he leave with?

2. Once all of the metal's properties are burned away, what is left?

3. What does Santiago say he will use the money he earns working for a merchant for?

4. What about his discussion with the old man annoys Santiago in Part 2?

5. According to Part 4, who is waiting at the oasis?

(see the answer key)

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