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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 did the Alchemist say to the Englishman when asked about teaching him how to turn lead into gold?
(a) I will not teach you.
(b) You are not worthy.
(c) You already know how to do it.
(d) Try doing it.

2. What comforts Santiago after he is taken advantage of in Part 2?
(a) His book.
(b) The two stones.
(c) The beautiful girl.
(d) The gypsy.

3. What does the Alchemist tell Santiago will severely test him?
(a) Soul of the World.
(b) Soul of God.
(c) Philosopher's Stone.
(d) Elixir of Life.

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

5. What does Santiago notice the Englishman has gained as he begins to try to turn lead into gold?
(a) Enthusiasm and energy.
(b) Godliness and peace.
(c) Happiness and joy.
(d) Hatred and revenge.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the individuals who approach the Alchemist and Santiago in Part 6 demand to know?

2. Once all of the metal's properties are burned away, what is left?

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

4. What does the Alchemist say quests always end with?

5. What does Santiago express to the alchemist at the beginning of Part 6?

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