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

2. The Soul of the World is which of the following?
(a) The philosopher's stone.
(b) Liquid half of the Master Work.
(c) The language in which all things are said to communicate.
(d) The discovery of how all things communicate.

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

4. What does the Alchemist say has come to represent the highest point of evolution?
(a) Man.
(b) Alchemy.
(c) Gold.
(d) Lead.

5. What object(s) does the Englishman have that surprises Santiago?
(a) Books.
(b) Philosopher's stones.
(c) Gold.
(d) A revolver.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Santiago do immediately after leaving the individual who performed a service for him in Part 1?

2. What animal makes up Santiago's flock?

3. What does the Alchemist tell Santiago to trade in Part 5?

4. What ultimately happens to the money Santiago had from selling his flock?

5. What precautions do Santiago and the Alchemist take as they travel through the desert?

(see the answer key)

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