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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 port town does Santiago leave from in Part 2?
(a) Tangier.
(b) Harborview.
(c) Egypt.
(d) Sahara.

2. What ultimately happens to the money Santiago had from selling his flock?
(a) It is stolen by the boy.
(b) It is stolen by the old man.
(c) He loses it and cannot find it.
(d) He gives it to the crystal maker.

3. The first time Santiago approaches the ticket window, what does he leave with?
(a) More sheep to herd.
(b) A ticket to Africa.
(c) Stones.
(d) Nothing.

4. According to the Alchemist, what does the Soul of the World speak through?
(a) The omens of the desert.
(b) The Elixir of Life.
(c) The Philosopher's Stone.
(d) The heart.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Santiago do immediately after leaving the individual who performed a service for him in Part 1?

2. Who is the powerful and intimidating stranger Santiago meets after he leaves the tribal chief?

3. How much of his flock does Santiago's friend buy?

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

5. What is there increasing talk about throughout the caravan?

(see the answer key)

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