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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. Why does Santiago feel he must stay with his flock of animals at the beginning of Part 2?
(a) He loves them.
(b) They depend on him.
(c) He promised his father.
(d) He needs their fleece.

2. How much of his flock does Santiago's friend buy?
(a) One-half.
(b) Nine-tenths.
(c) One-fourth.
(d) One-tenth.

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

4. In Part 4, what kind of war does the camel driver tell Santiago is happening?
(a) A war of tribal improprieties.
(b) A battle for the balance of power.
(c) A short war.
(d) A war between good and evil.

5. What does the Alchemist say happens to anyone who interferes with the destinies of others?
(a) They will help others to reach their destiny.
(b) They will never reach their own.
(c) They will abandon their destiny.
(d) They will learn to turn lead into gold.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is not found in the oasis?

2. What is the payment Santiago expects for completing his first job on his journey?

3. What does the Alchemist tell Santiago will severely test him?

4. How does Santiago feel about the individual he meets at the well in Part 4?

5. How many things does the Alchemist say in Part 6 that Santiago needs to learn?

(see the answer key)

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