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

2. Who does Santiago meet at the well in Part 4?
(a) The Alchemist.
(b) Englishman.
(c) A beautiful girl.
(d) The camel driver.

3. In Part 1, what does Santiago want to do with his life?
(a) Become a priest.
(b) Translate items for people.
(c) Be just like his father.
(d) Travel the world.

4. Once all of the metal's properties are burned away, what is left?
(a) Alchemy.
(b) Elixir of Life.
(c) Master Work.
(d) Soul of the World.

5. What does the boy in Part 2 tell Santiago he must buy in order to travel?
(a) A ticket on the boat.
(b) Two crystals.
(c) Two camels.
(d) Two stones.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the crystal merchant, where are Muslims obligated to visit?

2. What warning does the caravan leader give to Santiago and the others?

3. What ultimately happens to the money Santiago had from selling his flock?

4. What makes Santiago realize in Part 2 that he is the only one keeping himself from traveling?

5. What comforts Santiago after he is taken advantage of in Part 2?

(see the answer key)

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