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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 7 (through page 177).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 7, how many pieces does the Alchemist cut the disk of gold into?
(a) 2.
(b) 3.
(c) 4.
(d) 5.

2. What position within the tribe is Santiago awarded after the attack in Part 5?
(a) Oasis guard.
(b) Oasis counselor.
(c) Oasis alchemist.
(d) Oasis tribal leader.

3. What does the individual who Santiago visits in Part 1 before going to see the merchant's daughter do for him?
(a) Tells his fortune.
(b) Interprets his dreams.
(c) Reads the bumps on his head.
(d) Reads his palm.

4. Which of the following is considered the liquid half of the Master Work?
(a) Philosopher's stone.
(b) Soul of the World.
(c) Elixir of Life.
(d) Destiny.

5. What payment does the individual Santiago visits in Part 1 demand for the service she provided him?
(a) One half of the treasure.
(b) One fifth of the treasure.
(c) One tenth of the treasure.
(d) Three golden coins.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many things does the Alchemist say in Part 6 that Santiago needs to learn?

2. Where is Santiago transported in his dreams?

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

4. Who does Santiago visit before he goes to see the merchant's daughter?

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

(see the answer key)

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