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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4 (through page 109).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the job of the main character in Part 1?
(a) Shepherd.
(b) Gypsy.
(c) Alchemist.
(d) Priest.

2. What does the Englishman plan on using the object he built outside of his tent for?
(a) To create the Master Work.
(b) To begin turning lead into gold.
(c) To make the Elixir of Life.
(d) To keep his tent warm.

3. Which of the following is true about the oasis?
(a) It is a safe refuge from the war.
(b) It is an illusion.
(c) The people of the oasis pick a specific side in the war.
(d) The alchemist owns it.

4. What object(s) does the Englishman have that surprises Santiago?
(a) A revolver.
(b) Books.
(c) Philosopher's stones.
(d) Gold.

5. Where is the caravan traveling in Part 3?
(a) Across Africa.
(b) Across the Sahara.
(c) Across Spain.
(d) Across the sea.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the old man advise Santiago to follow?

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

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

4. How many golden coins does Santiago's father find in the field?

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

(see the answer key)

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