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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6 (through page 151).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What promise does the tribal chief tell Santiago they will break?
(a) Not to carry arms.
(b) To not choose sides in the battle.
(c) To have women and children fight in the war.
(d) To protect the desert.

2. What reward will Santiago receive if the tribal chief's prediction is correct?
(a) A space to build a stand and become a merchant.
(b) Gold pieces.
(c) A home with the tribe.
(d) A horse.

3. What makes Santiago realize in Part 2 that he is the only one keeping himself from traveling?
(a) The gypsy.
(b) The wind.
(c) His sheep.
(d) The old man.

4. What does the Alchemist say that people need to master?
(a) Their souls.
(b) Love of another.
(c) Their hearts.
(d) New knowledge.

5. What did the Alchemist say to the Englishman when asked about teaching him how to turn lead into gold?
(a) You are not worthy.
(b) Try doing it.
(c) You already know how to do it.
(d) I will not teach you.

Short Answer Questions

1. To where is Santiago planning on traveling by ship in Part 2?

2. What does Santiago notice the Englishman has gained as he begins to try to turn lead into gold?

3. What does the Alchemist say that Santiago will be successful at if he does not pursue his destiny?

4. What is Santiago's second suggestion to improve the crystal merchant's business?

5. What does the Alchemist say happens to anyone who interferes with the destinies of others?

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