Places
Where does Santiago have to go to find the treasure he's been dreaming about?
Egypt (The Pyramids)
Who does Santiago visit to interpret his dreams?
A Gypsy
Santiago's sheep care about what?
Food and water
What are Urim and Thummim?
One black and one white stone - given to Santiago by the old king - used to read omens and assist in decision-making. The black stone signifies "yes" and the white stone signifies "no".
In order to find the treasure, what desert will Santiago have to cross?
The Sahara
What did Santiago's parents want him to become?
A Priest
A _________________ is what a person has always wanted to accomplish in their life - their true purpose or calling.
Personal Legend
According to the old king, where do all desires originate?
The Soul of the Universe
When he leaves home, where does Santiago go first?
Tangier, Morocco (Africa)
How does the wind (the ‘levanter’) help Santiago move forward with his plan and decide to sell his sheep?
Santiago realizes that both he and the wind (the "levanter") have the freedom to go wherever they wants to go.
What is a sign, event, or phenomenon believed to foreshadow the future or reveal the correct path to take, serving as a message from the Universe or God to guide human actions?
An omen
According to the old king and his story about the oil and the spoon, what is the secret to happiness?
"To see all the marvels of the world, and never to forget the drops of oil on the spoon." aka To be able to manage your responsibilities while also enjoying life and seeing the beauty in the world around you.
What is the name of Santiago's hometown?
Andalusia, Spain
As Santiago stands at the ticket window where people buy tickets to Africa, why is he second-guessing his decision to leave home?
He doesn’t want to abandon his sheep and the predictable routine he knows so well. He’s afraid to give up stability for an unknown journey.
What type of store does Santiago decide to work at?
A crystal store
According to the old king, what is "the world's greatest lie"?
"At a certain point in our lives, we lose control of what's happening to us, and our lives become controlled by fate."
What is the name of the body of water Santiago has to cross on a boat?
The Strait of Gibraltar
What 4 major events occur when Santiago first arrives in a new country that cause him to have a wildly emotional day? (Think about our RACE response from last week!)
1. He observes the behavior of the people and thinks, "How strange this place is." 2. He hears a voice speaking Spanish and feels relieved. 3. He gets robbed and feels hopeless and betrayed. 4. He decides to think of himself as an adventurer rather than a victim.
What does EACH letter in the "RACE" writing strategy stand for?
R = Restate prompt; A = Answer prompt; C = Cite evidence; E = Explain evidence
What is the name of the old king?
Melchizedek