The Alchemist - p. 107 - 127

Why do the chieftains finally believe Santiago when he says war is coming?

• because Santiago knows the Soul of the World

• because tradition tells them to believe the messages of the desert

• because the chieftains are old but less wise

Why does the messenger interrogate (ask many question of) Santiago and his prediction (about the army coming to the oasis)?

• Because he's upset that many people won't die now

• Because he's testing Santiago's courage

• Because he also read the hawks and believes no army is actually coming

What "reward" does Santiago receive for being right about the army coming to the oasis?

• a new robe

• 50 gold pieces

• Fatima as his wife

• he's killed

What does the alchemist tell Santiago about finding life in the desert?

• Anything that moves is good enough

• "There is not life in the desert"

• "Life attracts life"

What does the Alchemist essentially say to convince Santiago to leave the oasis?

• that he'll regret it if he doesn't go

• that Fatima will leave him

• that the omens will stop speaking to him

Will Fatima wait for Santiago to return?

• Yes

• No

• Only if he gives her enough money to live comfortably

Why does Fatima cry when Santiago leaves? Pick the best answer.

• because she loves him

• because she's a woman of the desert

• because she's a woman

Why does the Alchemist suggest Santiago buy a horse instead of taking a camel across the desert?

• because camels die suddenly with no warning

• because camels tire too fast

• because horses tire slowly but are traitorous