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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 what building does Santiago spend the night before heading into the village to meet the merchant's daughter?
(a) The merchant's store.
(b) The church where he learned the seminary skills.
(c) An abandoned church.
(d) A gypsy's caravan.

2. What does Santiago do with the three ancient Spanish gold coins?
(a) Buys land to farm near his father.
(b) Travels to the town of Andalusia.
(c) Travels the world.
(d) Buys a flock of sheep.

3. About how long does it take to determine if the object Santiago makes the crystal merchant is a big success?
(a) Within a month.
(b) Within six months.
(c) Within two months.
(d) Within four months.

4. What does the Alchemist say quests always end with?
(a) Fulfillment of their destinies.
(b) Heart trials.
(c) Major tests.
(d) Luck.

5. What two things do do the individuals who approach the Alchemist and Santiago in Part 6 find in the alchemist's bag?
(a) Money and the Elixir of Life.
(b) Philosopher's Stone and Gold.
(c) Elixir of Life and Philosopher's Stone.
(d) Gold and the Elixir of Life.

Short Answer Questions

1. The first time Santiago approaches the ticket window, what does he leave with?

2. What does the chief do with Santiago after he is moved across the encampment?

3. What about his discussion with the old man annoys Santiago in Part 2?

4. In Part 6, how long are the alchemist and Santiago given to prove that Santiago really does have the ability that the Alchemist claims he does?

5. What port town does Santiago leave from in Part 2?

(see the answer key)

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