Questions on 'The Alchemist'

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How does being a shepherd help Santiago on his journey?

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It teaches him about the world and people.

Front

The stones “Urim and Thummim” represent:

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Divine guidance and decision-making tools

Front

What’s Melchizedek’s role in Santiago’s journey?

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He is a wise man who introduces Santiago to the concept of Personal Legend.

Front

What does Santiago lose when he arrived in Tangier, Africa?

Back

His money

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What was the big decision Santiago had to take at the beginning of the book?

Back

To become a shepherd

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Why is Santiago’s dream important for the story?

Back

It motivates Santiago to pursue his Personal Legend.

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Why does Santiago hesitate to follow his dream at the beginning of the book?

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He is content with his current life.

Front

Main characters in the story, Part 1:

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Alice, Bob, and Charlie

Front

Santiago’s dream is about: a treasure hidden in the Egyptian pyramids, a journey to the North Pole, a lost city in the Amazon, a mysterious island in the Pacific

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a treasure hidden in the Egyptian pyramids

Front

Where was Santiago at the beginning of the book?

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In a church