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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. Who does Santiago visit before he goes to see the merchant's daughter?
(a) The alchemist.
(b) The king.
(c) The gypsy.
(d) His father.

2. What comforts Santiago after he is taken advantage of in Part 2?
(a) The gypsy.
(b) The two stones.
(c) His book.
(d) The beautiful girl.

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

4. What does the Englishman say it is called when people are engaged in an activity with all of their heart?
(a) Heart of the world.
(b) Soul of the world.
(c) Soul of the heart.
(d) Heart of the soul.

5. What fields does Santiago travel with his flock of animals?
(a) The gypsy's.
(b) His father's.
(c) Andalusia's.
(d) The Seminary's.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the caravan traveling in Part 3?

2. Who rides to join the caravan periodically and warns of dangers ahead?

3. What does the Englishman in Part 3 believe in that Santiago also believes?

4. What are the names of the stones Santiago carries in Part 2?

5. Who is the main character of this novel?

(see the answer key)

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