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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 alone will not suffice, according to the Englishman, to make it across the desert?
(a) A caravan.
(b) Omen belief.
(c) Personal courage.
(d) Good luck crystals.

2. What does Santiago say he will use the money he earns working for a merchant for?
(a) To buy a new herd of sheep.
(b) To become a shop owner.
(c) To make crystals.
(d) To go to Egypt.

3. What does the individual who Santiago visits in Part 1 before going to see the merchant's daughter do for him?
(a) Reads the bumps on his head.
(b) Interprets his dreams.
(c) Tells his fortune.
(d) Reads his palm.

4. What final decision does Santiago make about the Alchemist's proposal?
(a) He decides to become a merchant.
(b) He decides to stay with Fatima.
(c) He decides to return home.
(d) He decides to go with him.

5. What is the goal of alchemists, according to the Englishman?
(a) To create the Soul of the World.
(b) To purify metal.
(c) To point people toward their destiny.
(d) To create the Elixir of Life.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the boy in Part 2 tell Santiago he must buy in order to travel?

2. Where does Santiago get three ancient Spanish gold coins?

3. Why is Santiago relieved when he leaves the individual whom he discussed his dream with?

4. What does the Englishman plan on using the object he built outside of his tent for?

5. How much of his flock does Santiago give to the old man?

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