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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. How many times has Santiago had the dream about the child?
(a) Four.
(b) Five.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

2. Where does Santiago meet the old man in Part 1?
(a) In the field with his sheep.
(b) On a bench in the plaza.
(c) At the house of the merchant's daughter.
(d) At the gypsy's home.

3. What demand does the king have if Santiago is serious about learning more about his hidden treasure?
(a) One half of his treasure.
(b) One tenth of his flock.
(c) One tenth of his treasure.
(d) One half of his flock.

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

5. What is Santiago looking for in his dream that he never finds?
(a) Hidden treasure.
(b) His life's desire.
(c) A woman.
(d) The king.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following characters does not meet with Santiago during Part 1 of the novel?

2. What does the king describe as the only real obligation in life?

3. What does Santiago do immediately after leaving the individual who performed a service for him in Part 1?

4. Why is Santiago relieved when he leaves the individual whom he discussed his dream with?

5. Where does Santiago's father think he will end up after he has seen the world in his travels?

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