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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) Back home.
(b) The Egyptian pyramids.
(c) With the merchant's daughter.
(d) He will always stay a shepherd.

2. Where does Santiago sleep after being robbed?
(a) The boat.
(b) At the old man's house.
(c) The marketplace.
(d) In the fields with his sheep.

3. What happens to Santiago's money in Part 2?
(a) He gives it to the old man.
(b) He gives it to the boy.
(c) He buys two camels with it.
(d) He gives it to the crystal maker.

4. Who is the main character of this novel?
(a) Andalusia.
(b) Gypsy.
(c) Santiago.
(d) Alchemist.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. In what building does Santiago spend the night before heading into the village to meet the merchant's daughter?

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

(see the answer key)

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