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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 makes Santiago realize in Part 2 that he is the only one keeping himself from traveling?
(a) His sheep.
(b) The old man.
(c) The wind.
(d) The gypsy.

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

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

4. How does the decision to not return home in Part 3 make Santiago feel?
(a) Happy.
(b) Sad.
(c) Angry.
(d) Confused.

5. What payment does the individual Santiago visits in Part 1 demand for the service she provided him?
(a) One tenth of the treasure.
(b) One fifth of the treasure.
(c) Three golden coins.
(d) One half of the treasure.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the crystal merchant take awhile to decide whether or not to allow Santiago to make the object Santiago offered to make?

2. Which of the following is true about the oasis?

3. According to Part 1, what does Santiago believe will keep life interesting?

4. What two things do do the individuals who approach the Alchemist and Santiago in Part 6 find in the alchemist's bag?

5. Who rides to join the caravan periodically and warns of dangers ahead?

(see the answer key)

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