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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3 (through page 83).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What regular job does Santiago eventually acquire in Part 2?
(a) Cleaning the crystal.
(b) Running errands.
(c) Washing windows.
(d) Making crystals.

2. How long has the main character been doing his job in Part 1?
(a) 2 years.
(b) 3 years.
(c) 5 years.
(d) 1 year.

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

4. What does the old man give to Santiago in Part 2?
(a) Two oracle stones.
(b) Two crystal stones.
(c) Three crystal stones.
(d) Three oracle stones.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is the main character of this novel?

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

4. While sleeping on the stone floor in Part 1, who does Santiago think about?

5. Where does the old man tell Santiago that his treasure can be found?

(see the answer key)

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