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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 (through page 26).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what building does Santiago spend the night before heading into the village to meet the merchant's daughter?
(a) The merchant's store.
(b) An abandoned church.
(c) A gypsy's caravan.
(d) The church where he learned the seminary skills.

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

3. What does Santiago do with the three ancient Spanish gold coins?
(a) Travels to the town of Andalusia.
(b) Travels the world.
(c) Buys a flock of sheep.
(d) Buys land to farm near his father.

4. Who does Santiago visit before he goes to see the merchant's daughter?
(a) The alchemist.
(b) The king.
(c) The gypsy.
(d) His father.

5. What does the king describe as the only real obligation in life?
(a) To fulfill his obligations.
(b) To realize his destiny.
(c) To realize his obligations.
(d) To share his wealth.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Santiago transported in his dreams?

2. According to Part 1, what does Santiago believe will keep life interesting?

3. What does Santiago decide in Part 1 that he will no longer believe?

4. Who is the main character of this novel?

5. How many times has Santiago had the dream about the child?

(see the answer key)

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