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- 1. Multiple Choice
In the story of Narcissus, why does the lake weep?She loved NarcissusShe was happy that she drowned himShe saw her own beauty in his eyesShe knew she would be blamed for his death - 2. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the best way to sum up Santiago's meeting with the boy in Tangier?Comical; the boys enjoyed many laughsConfusing; the boys did not understand each otherFriendly; the boy tried to help SantiagoUnlucky; the boy took advantage of Santiago's naivete
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhich obstacle has kept the crystal merchant from pursuing his dream?Fear of realizing the dream; disappointmentLoveFearImpossibility
- 4. Multiple ChoiceWhat does the Alchemist give to the monk and to Santiago?a scimitarsolid goldan emeraldhis horse
- 5. Multiple ChoiceSantiago sees this and realizes it is an omen. He must warn the tribal leaders.Snakes sheddingHawks fightingCamels diggingEagles flying
- 6. Multiple ChoiceFatima and Santiago know they are meant to be together. Fatima assures Santiago that...she will only marry him if he goes and finds gold at the pyramidsshe is proud that he can read and wants him to teach hershe is a obedient woman and will do what he tells her to doShe is proud to be from the desert and wants her husband to be free like the wind that shapes the dunes
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhen Santiago consults a Gypsy about his dream, he must payone-fourth of his flock.one-tenth of the treasure if he finds it.ten pieces of Spanish silver.nothing; she interprets dreams for free.
- 8. Multiple ChoiceUrim and Thummim areMelchizedek's friends, who will help Santiago.magic beans that are used to tell the future.lucky charms that protect the owner from death.stones that can be used to read omens.
- 9. Multiple ChoiceAs Santiago digs for treasure, he is approached bya caravan heading for the pyramids.several men who steal his gold.an army of warriors.a vision of Fatima.
- 10. Multiple ChoiceLevanter, sirocco, and simum are names for differentplanets.winds.palm trees.metals
- 11. Multiple ChoiceSantiago sees two hawks fighting and understands this as an omen thatthe Englishman and the Alchemist will fight to the death.he and the Alchemist will roast the hawks and eat them.danger will come to the oasis from the sky.the oasis will be attacked and invaded by an army.
- 12. Multiple ChoiceThe alchemist says one must never let up on his quest. Santiago accepts this advice because it reminds him ofthe crystal merchantthe old kinghis fatherthe Englishman
- 13. Multiple ChoiceAl-Fayoum isa camel drivera caravan leaderan oasisthe alchemist
- 14. Multiple ChoiceMaktuh meansit is done.it is over.it is written.it is good.
- 15. Multiple ChoiceSantiago believes Melchizdek in part because the old mansays he is king of Salem.is wearing a magic cloak.knows facts about Santiago.gives him some gold.
- 16. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the world's greatest lie?We have no control over our fate.Earth was created in 7 days.Personal Legends are unachievable.The desert will make you mad
- 17. Multiple Choice
Why doesn’t the boy need to study the Emerald Tablet?
The tablet doesn't actually exist
The desert will teach him everything he needs to know
Only an alchemist can read the tablet
- 18. Multiple ChoiceThe principle of favorability is also known as ______ luck.goodbadbeginner'swinner's
- 19. Multiple ChoiceWhat word fits best in the blank?
“The girl was typical of the region of _____, with flowing black hair, and eyes that vaguely recalled the Moorish conquerors.”teemingMoorsAndalusiatrajectory - 20. Multiple ChoiceWhat word fits best in the blank?
“That he had attended _____ until he was sixteen. His parents had wanted him to become a priest…”seminaryMoorsproprietorlamenting - 21. Multiple ChoiceWhat word fits best in the blank?
“He knew that wind: people called it the ______, because on it the Moors had come from the Levant at the eastern end of the Mediterranean.”AndalusianlevanterMoorishomen - 22. Multiple Choice1. The personification of the lake in the Prologue establishes a _______ tone for the novel.candidmagicalhumorousnegative
- 23. Multiple ChoiceThroughout the novel, Santiago’s recurring thoughts of returning to life as a shepherd representthe pitfalls we encounter in pursuit of our goals.how our subconscious desires become known to us when the time is right.Santiago’s ability to pursue multiple paths simultaneously.the human tendency to seek the familiar when we are afraid
- 24. Multiple ChoiceWhy does the alchemist say he will not instruct Santiago?Santiago already knows everything he needs to knowSantiago has become too arrogant to learnThe alchemist does not believe Santiago is capable of alchemySantiago must realize his Personal Legend entirely on his own
- 25. Multiple ChoiceThe alchemist challenges Santiago, "Show me where there is life out in the desert." What sign of life does Santiago find?a cobraa hawka scorpiona fox
- 26. Multiple ChoiceThe alchemist predicts that if Santiago remains at the oasis with Fatima, he will feelreliefangerjoyregret
- 27. Multiple Choice
How does the wind help Santiago?
It carried him out of the desert
It kills all his enemies
It makes a sandstorm to blot out the sun
It destroys the village
- 28. Multiple Choice
How long does Santiago work for the Crystal Merchant?
A year
Nine months. 7 days
11 months, 9 days
A year and a day
- 29. Multiple Choice
Who does Santiago first tell about his vision at the oasis?
The camel driver
Fatima
The Englishman
The Alchemist
- 30. Multiple Choice
Who taught Santiago the language of the desert and the wind?
The Alchemist
His Heart
The Sun
Melchizedek
- 31. Multiple Choice
What did the Alchemist predict would happen to Santiago in year 3 of remaining at the Oasis?
He would marry Fatima and be counsellor
He would start to ignore the omens
He will have 8 kids
The omens will stop and Santiago will be demoted from his position
- 32. Multiple Choice
Where does Melchizedek come from (is King of)?
Jerusalem
Salem
Iran
Asia Minor
- 33. Multiple Choice
Santiago's sheep were never used for meat?
True
False
- 34. Multiple Choice
How many times did Santiago have his dream
1
3
2
More than 5 times
- 35. Multiple Choice
Why did the bartender yell at Santiago?
He recognized him
He tried to warn him
He kicked him out
Winter is coming
- 36. Multiple Choice
The crystal shop is at the bottom of the hill?
True
False
.
- 37. Multiple Choice
What does the Crystal Merchant smoke from?
A pipe
A vape
An e-cigarette
A hookah
- 38. Multiple Choice
Santiago's father gave him a pouch that held 4 ancient Spanish gold coins.
True
False
- 39. Multiple Choice
Which lesson is not mentioned in The Alchemist?
Keep getting back up
Embrace the present
Stay organized
Focus on your own journey
- 40. Multiple Choice
What does Melchizedek represent in The Alchemist?
A theme
A symbol
An allusion
An irony
- 41. Multiple Choice
The oasis of Al-Fayoum represents?
Theme
Setting
Foreshadowing
Allusion
- 42. Multiple Choice
The Alchemist giving the monk gold for safe keeping represents?
Irony
Theme
Foreshadowing
Symbolism
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