Plot Details
What language does Santiago learn while working for the Crystal Merchant
Arabic
The Alchemist gave this character gold for himself, and the Alchemist gave this character gold to hold for Santiago just in case he'd need it.
The Monk
In what region and country does Santiago work as a shepherd?
Andalusia, Spain
The Stones given to Santiago by the Old King
Urim and Thummim
Where is Paulo Coelho from?
Brazil
Who is the horseman who knocks Santiago to the ground and tests his courage by asking him questions?
The Alchemist
Santiago's two most significant mentors
For what two reasons does Santiago initially refuse his Call to Adventure?
Doesn't want to leave his flock; is not persuaded by the Gypsy Woman that he should believe his dream
The term that describes the interconnection of all things
Soul of the World
The novel opens with an altered version of what myth?
Who is the first person who tells Santiago he will find treasure at the Pyramids?
A child in a dream
Character who Santiago's fall in love with and will wait for him while he searches for his treasure.
Fatima
The town where Santiago loses all his money...the first time.
Tangier (Morocco)
According to the old man, what is the world's greatest lie?
The world's greatest lie is that people's lives are controlled by fate (that people lose the ability to impact/alter their own future)
How many characters in the novel have actual names?
3 (Melchizedek, Fatima, Santiago)
For what two reasons does Santiago decide to dig by the Pyramids?
He is brought to tears, and he sees a scarab beetle
Character who possesses the "Master Work"
The Alchemist
This location serves as a resting place. It also is the location where Santiago meets The Alchemist
The Oasis, Al-Fayoum
The meaning of the Arabic term "Maktub"
It is written
What does the alchemist perform at the monaster?
Alchemy. He takes the Philosopher's Stone and turns lead into gold.
What portion of Santiago's flock does Melchizedek request in return for helping with Santiago's quest?
One tenth, or 6 sheep
Character who tells Santiago about Personal Legends, The Soul of the World, and Beginner's Luck
King Melchizedek
Where does Santiago finally find his treasure?
Under the sycamore tree in the old church in Spain.
The item that contains the major secret of alchemy
The Emerald Tablet
The Crystal Merchant's dream that he says he will never fulfill is to travel where?
Mecca