Alchemist Part One Quiz

What is the primary occupation of Santiago in "The Alchemist"?

• Shepherd

• Merchant

• Alchemist

• Soldier

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which theme is evident when Santiago decides to pursue his Personal Legend?

• The importance of love

• The inevitability of fate

• The value of personal dreams and ambitions

• The strength of family ties

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Why does the author, Paulo Coelho, use the journey of Santiago to convey his message?

• To entertain the reader with a fantasy story

• To explore different cultures through Santiago's travels

• To illustrate the universal search for meaning in life

• To provide a detailed history of alchemy

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What does Santiago learn from reading the book about the language of the world?

• How to speak Latin

• The principles of alchemy

• That everything in the world is interconnected

• How to negotiate better prices for his wool

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What significant event happens early in the story that motivates Santiago to start his journey?

• He falls in love

• He has a recurring dream about treasure

• He loses his flock of sheep

• He meets a king

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DOK Level 1: Recall

How does Santiago's character develop from the beginning to the end of Part One?

• He becomes more fearful of taking risks

• He learns the importance of staying in one place

• He grows in confidence and determination

• He decides to give up on his dreams

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What role does Melchizedek play in Santiago's journey?

• He is Santiago's main antagonist

• He provides Santiago with the Urim and Thummim

• He teaches Santiago how to turn lead into gold

• He buys Santiago's sheep

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Identify the author's purpose in introducing the character of the crystal merchant.

• To show the pitfalls of not pursuing one's Personal Legend

• To provide comic relief in the narrative

• To demonstrate the lucrative nature of the crystal business

• To highlight the cultural diversity of the region

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What does Santiago's decision to travel in search of the treasure symbolize?

• The pursuit of material wealth

• The journey toward self-discovery

• The importance of following societal norms

• The fear of the unknown

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What lesson does Santiago learn from his interaction with the king of Salem?

• To be skeptical of strangers

• That every person's life is governed by fate

• To trust in the omens and follow his dreams

• That leadership requires sacrifice

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DOK Level 1: Recall