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

2. Where does Santiago's father think he will end up after he has seen the world in his travels?
(a) He will always stay a shepherd.
(b) The Egyptian pyramids.
(c) With the merchant's daughter.
(d) Back home.

3. Where did Santiago's mother and father send him?
(a) To become a shepherd.
(b) To become a translator.
(c) To school in Spain
(d) To study at the seminary .

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

5. At what age did Santiago study Spanish and Latin?
(a) 13.
(b) 12.
(c) 15.
(d) 16.

Short Answer Questions

1. What animal makes up Santiago's flock?

2. In Part 1, what does Santiago want to do with his life?

3. In what building does Santiago spend the night before heading into the village to meet the merchant's daughter?

4. How many golden coins does Santiago's father find in the field?

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

(see the answer key)

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