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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. Which of the following is considered the liquid half of the Master Work?
(a) Philosopher's stone.
(b) Elixir of Life.
(c) Soul of the World.
(d) Destiny.

2. What are the names of the stones Santiago carries in Part 2?
(a) Urim and Thummim.
(b) Gypsy and Thummim.
(c) Urim and Omen.
(d) Omen and Gypsy.

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

4. Which of the following characters does not meet with Santiago during Part 1 of the novel?
(a) The alchemist.
(b) The gypsy.
(c) Santiago's father.
(d) The king.

5. Why does the Englishman say the alchemist is able to live so long?
(a) The Elixir of Life.
(b) He is rich.
(c) The omens.
(d) The protection of the crystals.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the powerful and intimidating stranger Santiago meets after he leaves the tribal chief?

2. The Soul of the World is which of the following?

3. What does Santiago's heart tell him as he and the Alchemist pass the encampment in Part 6?

4. What do do the individuals who approach the Alchemist and Santiago in Part 6 do when the alchemist explains what the items in his bag do?

5. Where does the Alchemist take Santiago the day after he makes his trade?

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