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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. Which of the following characters does not meet with Santiago during Part 1 of the novel?
(a) The king.
(b) Santiago's father.
(c) The alchemist.
(d) The gypsy.

2. What does the Alchemist tell Santiago will severely test him?
(a) Soul of the World.
(b) Elixir of Life.
(c) Soul of God.
(d) Philosopher's Stone.

3. Who visits Santiago in his dreams?
(a) A king.
(b) A child.
(c) His father.
(d) An old man.

4. What should Santiago acquire for his trade, according to the Alchemist in Part 5?
(a) A horse.
(b) A camel.
(c) Gold pieces.
(d) Books.

5. How much of his flock does Santiago's friend buy?
(a) One-half.
(b) One-tenth.
(c) One-fourth.
(d) Nine-tenths.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did the Alchemist say to the Englishman when asked about teaching him how to turn lead into gold?

2. Where does the Alchemist take Santiago the day after he makes his trade?

3. Where do Santiago and the Alchemist stop after they leave the encampment in Part 7?

4. Which of the following is not found in the oasis?

5. What idea that Santiago proposes does the wind like?

(see the answer key)

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