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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2 (through page 50).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Santiago's first job on his journey?
(a) Selling tickets.
(b) Cleaning up after camels.
(c) Creating crystals.
(d) Cleaning windows.

2. What fields does Santiago travel with his flock of animals?
(a) His father's.
(b) Andalusia's.
(c) The gypsy's.
(d) The Seminary's.

3. According to Part 1, what does Santiago believe will keep life interesting?
(a) The possibility of traveling the world.
(b) The possibility of being a shepherd.
(c) The possibility of having a dream come true.
(d) The possibility of meeting the merchant's daughter.

4. The first time Santiago approaches the ticket window, what does he leave with?
(a) More sheep to herd.
(b) Nothing.
(c) Stones.
(d) A ticket to Africa.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What principles does the old man tell Santiago about which create luck?

2. Who is the main character of this novel?

3. What does Santiago do with the three ancient Spanish gold coins?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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