Hispanic Lit / Alchemist Review

What is a “Personal Legend” in The Alchemist?

• A famous myth

• A personal goal or destiny

• A historical document

• A spiritual curse

True or False: Santiago's Personal Legend involves becoming a famous merchant in Tangier.

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Santiago’s journey shows the tension between:

• Love and war

• Fame and money

• Destiny and free will

• Fear and loyalty

Which of the following BEST represents Santiago’s Personal Legend?

• Owning a crystal shop

• Finding treasure and fulfilling his purpose

• Falling in love with Fatima

• Becoming a camel driver

What lesson does Santiago learn from the crystal merchant?

• Success is based only on luck

• Fear can keep people from chasing their dreams

• Money is the only path to happiness

• Friends should never be trusted

True or False: The Englishman teaches Santiago to follow his instincts rather than rely on books.

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What does the alchemist encourage Santiago to do?

• Return home and abandon his journey

• Marry Fatima immediately

• Listen to his heart and trust in signs

• Learn how to fight with swords

How do the people Santiago meets influence his understanding of his Personal Legend?

• They distract him

• They trick him into giving up

• They guide him closer to his purpose

• They argue with him constantly

What is the “Language of the Universe” in The Alchemist?

• Arabic

• English

• Universal symbols and emotions

• Sacred geometry

True or False: Santiago learns to recognize omens and signs that help guide his journey.

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