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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2 (through page 50).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Santiago's father think he will end up after he has seen the world in his travels?
(a) With the merchant's daughter.
(b) The Egyptian pyramids.
(c) Back home.
(d) He will always stay a shepherd.

2. Where does the old man tell Santiago that his treasure can be found?
(a) At home.
(b) The Egyptian pyramids.
(c) In the oasis.
(d) With the beautiful girl.

3. What is Santiago's first job on his journey?
(a) Cleaning windows.
(b) Cleaning up after camels.
(c) Selling tickets.
(d) Creating crystals.

4. What regular job does Santiago eventually acquire in Part 2?
(a) Washing windows.
(b) Running errands.
(c) Making crystals.
(d) Cleaning the crystal.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes Santiago realize in Part 2 that he is the only one keeping himself from traveling?

2. How long does the crystal merchant say it would take Santiago to earn the amount of money needed to go to Egypt?

3. Which of the following does Santiago not have left after his interaction with the boy in Part 2?

4. Who visits Santiago in his dreams?

5. What does Santiago do upon waking in Part 2, after being robbed?

(see the answer key)

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