The Alchemist | Short Answer Test Questions

Short Answer Questions

Directions: Answer each question with the appropriate short response.

Short Answer Questions - Part 1 (through page 26)

1. Who is the main character of this novel?

2. What is the job of the main character in Part 1?

3. How long has the main character been doing his job in Part 1?

4. While sleeping on the stone floor in Part 1, who does Santiago think about?

5. What about Santiago does he think will surprise the merchant's daughter when he gets to the village?

6. At what age did Santiago study Spanish and Latin?

7. Where did Santiago's mother and father send him?

8. In Part 1, what does Santiago want to do with his life?

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

10. What...
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