"The Alchemist" Sections 1-6 Quiz

What is Santiago's profession at the beginning of the book?

• He travels the country and sells things door-to-door.
• He's a sheppherd.
• He's unemployed.
• He works as a butler for a rich man.

Why did Santiago start working as his first job?

• It's what his parents wanted him to do.
• He's following in his brother's footsteps.
• He always had a deep desire to travel.
• He just thought it would be fun.

What does Santiago's first profession represent?

• A metaphorical journey of self-discovery
• Economic stability
• Family expectations
• A desire for something new

Who is Melchizedek and what does he give Santiago?

• He's a shopkeeper from the town he's in, and he gives him a book.
• He's a candy maker who Santiago helped, and he gives him his first sweet of the day.
• He's the "King of Salem," and he gives him two stones named Urim and Thummim.
• He's a priest, and he gives him two stones named Urim and Thummim.

Melchizedek's intervention in Santiago's journey proves that...

• Fate can be influenced by human choices.
• Other people don't matter in the long run.
• Spiritual guidance is predetermined.
• Personal growth is accidental.

What does the Crystal Merchant symbolize?

• Economic opportunity
• The dangers of complacency
• What happens if you take risks
• Traditional business practices of the time period.

Santiago's decision to travel to Egypt shows...

• Bad decisions
• Disregard for personal safety
• Teenage rebellion
• Courage to pursue an uncertain dream

The omens function as...

• Supernatural interventions
• Cultural superstitions
• Metaphorical guides onto the right path
• Coincidences

Is Santiago a static or dynamic character?

• Static
• Dynamic

Who is the Englishman looking for?

• Fatima
• The old King
• The Alchemist
• Santiago