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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 golden coins does Santiago's father find in the field?
(a) Three.
(b) Five.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

2. Where does Santiago get three ancient Spanish gold coins?
(a) From the gypsy.
(b) From his mother.
(c) From his father.
(d) From the field.

3. What about Santiago does he think will surprise the merchant's daughter when he gets to the village?
(a) The fact that he can read.
(b) The fact that he is a shepherd.
(c) The fact that he wants to become a priest.
(d) The fact that he can speak Latin and Greek.

4. 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.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

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

5. What does Santiago do with the three ancient Spanish gold coins?

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