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

2. According to Part 1, what does Santiago believe will keep life interesting?
(a) The possibility of traveling the world.
(b) The possibility of meeting the merchant's daughter.
(c) The possibility of having a dream come true.
(d) The possibility of being a shepherd.

3. What does Santiago do with the three ancient Spanish gold coins?
(a) Travels the world.
(b) Travels to the town of Andalusia.
(c) Buys land to farm near his father.
(d) Buys a flock of sheep.

4. What is the job of the main character in Part 1?
(a) Priest.
(b) Shepherd.
(c) Alchemist.
(d) Gypsy.

5. In Part 1, what does Santiago want to do with his life?
(a) Be just like his father.
(b) Translate items for people.
(c) Become a priest.
(d) Travel the world.

Short Answer Questions

1. What payment does the individual Santiago visits in Part 1 demand for the service she provided him?

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

3. Where does Santiago meet the old man in Part 1?

4. What does the individual who Santiago visits in Part 1 before going to see the merchant's daughter do for him?

5. What demand does the king have if Santiago is serious about learning more about his hidden treasure?

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