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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. Where does Santiago sleep after being robbed?
(a) The boat.
(b) The marketplace.
(c) In the fields with his sheep.
(d) At the old man's house.

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

3. What comforts Santiago after he is taken advantage of in Part 2?
(a) The beautiful girl.
(b) The two stones.
(c) His book.
(d) The gypsy.

4. What does tribal tradition say about the oasis?
(a) It can never be attacked.
(b) It is neutral ground.
(c) It must choose sides in the battle.
(d) It must be protected at all costs.

5. At what age did Santiago study Spanish and Latin?
(a) 13.
(b) 16.
(c) 15.
(d) 12.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the old man advise Santiago to follow?

2. What happens the day after Santiago speaks with the tribal chief?

3. What does the Alchemist say gold truly represents?

4. What do the individuals who approach the Alchemist and Santiago in Part 6 demand to know?

5. According to the crystal merchant, where are Muslims obligated to visit?

(see the answer key)

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