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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 (through page 26).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Santiago's mother and father send him?
(a) To become a shepherd.
(b) To study at the seminary .
(c) To become a translator.
(d) To school in Spain

2. Which of the following characters does not meet with Santiago during Part 1 of the novel?
(a) The gypsy.
(b) Santiago's father.
(c) The king.
(d) The alchemist.

3. What is Santiago looking for in his dream that he never finds?
(a) His life's desire.
(b) Hidden treasure.
(c) A woman.
(d) The king.

4. Who does Santiago visit before he goes to see the merchant's daughter?
(a) The alchemist.
(b) His father.
(c) The gypsy.
(d) The king.

5. What does Santiago decide in Part 1 that he will no longer believe?
(a) Kings.
(b) Dreams.
(c) His parents.
(d) Gypsies.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what age did Santiago study Spanish and Latin?

2. What does the king describe as the only real obligation in life?

3. What does Santiago do with the three ancient Spanish gold coins?

4. Who visits Santiago in his dreams?

5. In Part 1, what does Santiago want to do with his life?

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