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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. Who visits Santiago in his dreams?
(a) His father.
(b) A child.
(c) An old man.
(d) A king.

2. Who is the main character of this novel?
(a) Gypsy.
(b) Alchemist.
(c) Andalusia.
(d) Santiago.

3. Where is Santiago transported in his dreams?
(a) The castle of the king.
(b) The Egyptian pyramids.
(c) The gypsy's home.
(d) Andalusia.

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

5. In Part 1, what does Santiago want to do with his life?
(a) Travel the world.
(b) Translate items for people.
(c) Be just like his father.
(d) Become a priest.

Short Answer Questions

1. What about Santiago does he think will surprise the merchant's daughter when he gets to the village?

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

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

4. What does the individual who Santiago visits in Part 1 before going to see the merchant's daughter do for him?

5. Where does Santiago get three ancient Spanish gold coins?

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