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

2. What does Santiago do immediately after leaving the individual who performed a service for him in Part 1?
(a) Talks to the king.
(b) Goes back to his flock.
(c) Runs errands.
(d) Goes to find the merchant's daughter.

3. According to Part 4, who is waiting at the oasis?
(a) The crystal merchant.
(b) The beautiful girl.
(c) Santiago's father.
(d) The Alchemist.

4. How old is the alchemist supposed to be?
(a) 90 years old.
(b) 300 years old.
(c) 100 years old.
(d) 200 years old.

5. What does the Alchemist tell Santiago will severely test him?
(a) Soul of God.
(b) Soul of the World.
(c) Philosopher's Stone.
(d) Elixir of Life.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Santiago want to do with the money he earns by working for a merchant?

2. Which of the following is true about the oasis?

3. Who does Santiago visit before he goes to see the merchant's daughter?

4. Why does the Englishman say the alchemist is able to live so long?

5. What power does the Alchemist say Santiago possesses?

(see the answer key)

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