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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5 (through page 134).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the old man says that conspires to see that people really get what they want?
(a) Crystals.
(b) Oracles.
(c) The Universe.
(d) Omens.

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

3. In Part 5, who tells Santiago a story about a tribe's traditions?
(a) Englishman.
(b) Alchemist.
(c) Fatima.
(d) Tribal Chief.

4. Which of the following does Santiago not have left after his interaction with the boy in Part 2?
(a) Jacket.
(b) Money.
(c) Book.
(d) Two stones.

5. What is the goal of alchemists, according to the Englishman?
(a) To point people toward their destiny.
(b) To create the Soul of the World.
(c) To purify metal.
(d) To create the Elixir of Life.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Santiago do while the Englishman tries to observe the desert and learn its language?

2. What does Santiago say he will use the money he earns working for a merchant for?

3. What payment does the individual Santiago visits in Part 1 demand for the service she provided him?

4. Who does Santiago meet at the well in Part 4?

5. What principles does the old man tell Santiago about which create luck?

(see the answer key)

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