6.09 Unit Test: The Alchemist

Who is the author of The Alchemist?

Paulo Coelho

What profession does Santiago's parents want him to pursue?

Priesthood

What does Santiago suggest to the crystal merchant as a strategy to make more money?

Sell tea in crystal glasses

What is the setting of the story in the beginning?

Spain

Who was the stranger on the horse that tested the boy's courage?

The Alchemist

Upon what item is the core secret of alchemy written?

The Emerald Tablet

According to the Englishmen, what is the name of the discovery that is the result of refining metal until all that is left is the Soul of the World?

The Master Work

Who is Santiago?

The protagonist

What does the old man give the boy to help him along his journey?

Urim and Thummim

Why does Santiago have to leave Fatima at the oasis?

to continue on his journey to find his Personal Legend

What is the definition of alchemy?

All of the above

The Alchemist says, "There is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve". What makes a dream impossible to achieve?

Fear

What distracts Santiago in Tangier when his money is stolen?

A beautiful sword

What does the Englishman let Santiago borrow while they traveled with the caravan?

A book about alchemy

The Alchemist tells Santiago that "life attracts life". What does Santiago find when the Alchemist ask him to find life in the desert?

A cobra

What is the omen that Santiago sees in the oasis?

A pair of hawks fighting