Alchemy
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100

What is the Philosopher's Stone?

It can make the owner immortal.

100

What do butterflies symbolize?

Butterfly: transformation, hope, and rebirth. 

100

What is the meaning of Maktub?

It is written

The literal translation of the Arabic word “Maktub” is “It is written” meaning “Destiny”.

200

What is the Elixir of life?

It can make the owner never sick or injured.

200

What do the hawks symbolize?

Hawks: strength, grace, and connection to the divine

200

How does fear impact Santiago and his dream?

Because of the difficulty of his personal legand, Santiago is afraid and causes him to underestimate his ability to accomplish his goal. Santiago claims that "he would never again believe in dreams"

300

What is an alchemist? 

2 meanings - double points

1) a person who practices alchemy.
2) a person who transforms or creates something through a seemingly magical process.


300

What do horses symbolize?

Horse: The horse symbolizes strength and passion

300

What is the hidden message in The Alchemist?

The constant theme in The Alchemist is to pursue your dreams by following what your heart desires. 

400

What is alchemy?

2 answers - double points

1) the medieval forerunner of chemistry, concerned with the transmutation of matter, in particular with attempts to convert base metals into gold or find a universal elixir.
2) a seemingly magical process of transformation, creation, or combination.


400

What does the oasis symbolize?

Oasis: The oasis symbolizes life, love, and domesticity. 
400

What is the language of the world?

Santiago learns that the language of the world is love.

500

How does the Alchemist help Santiago on his journey?

The alchemist advises Santiago to listen to his heart, despite the fear that Santiago's heart often expresses. Santiago learns to understand what his heart is telling him and to listen patiently, even though the heart is usually fearful.

500

What do the pyramids symbolize?

Pyramids: The pyramids represent the ancient and inscrutable

500
What does The Alchemist symbolize?
The Alchemist is a symbolic representation of man's insatiable quest to search for his place in the world and also the ultimate search for the meaning of life and the universe.
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