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

2. What principles does the old man tell Santiago about which create luck?
(a) Favorability.
(b) Oracles.
(c) Pyramids.
(d) Crystal.

3. What happens to Santiago's money in Part 2?
(a) He gives it to the old man.
(b) He buys two camels with it.
(c) He gives it to the crystal maker.
(d) He gives it to the boy.

4. What about Santiago does he think will surprise the merchant's daughter when he gets to the village?
(a) The fact that he can speak Latin and Greek.
(b) The fact that he wants to become a priest.
(c) The fact that he is a shepherd.
(d) The fact that he can read.

5. How much of his flock does Santiago give to the old man?
(a) One-half.
(b) Nine-tenths.
(c) One-tenth.
(d) One-fourth.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Santiago's first job on his journey?

3. What fields does Santiago travel with his flock of animals?

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

5. Where does Santiago get three ancient Spanish gold coins?

(see the answer key)

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