Symbols
Love without Ownership is explained through what?
Hawks
What does Maktub mean?
“It is Written”
What does King Melchizedek give Santiago?
Urim & Thummim
What desert does Santiago Pass through?
Sahara
Who’s The man on the horse that appears to Santiago in the desert?
The Alchemist
What does the Englishman give up on the caravan?
Revolver
What is the first omen that appears to Santiago?
A butterfly
Why does the lake weep for Narcissus?
It cannot see its own beauty in the reflection of Narcissus’ eyes anymore.
In what city does the boy work for a year and what does he do for work?
Crystal shop in Tangier
The merchants daughter
True or False- Santiago was able to understand the Englishman’s books
False
Why is the wind joyous when Santiago talks to the sun?
It is proven that even the sun had its limitations (could not turn the boy into the wind)
Why is Santiago so worried about his heart and listening to it?
He is afraid his heart will betray him and become treasonous
Where is the treasure found?
Sycamore tree
What does the Gypsy lady want in return of her dream telling?
1/10 of treasure
What item can turn any metal into Gold?
Philosopher's Stone
What is the principle that governs all things according to the Englishman?
The Soul of the World
When at the Oasis, what appears to Santiago in a threatening dream?
Soldiers breaking tradition, and attacking the Oasis
Where does the story begin?
Andalusia
What 3 people does the Alchemist split his gold with?
Monk, Santiago, and himself
What does the alchemist carry that can heal and cure any sickness for life?
elixir of life
What does the alchemist say that the King once said to Santiago as well?
(Something along the lines of ) “when a person really wants something, all the universe will help conspire to help a person to realize his dreams.”
Faith, Prayer, almsgiving, fasting, and Pilgrimage are pillars of what?
The five Pillars of Islam
King Melchizedek is king of what place?
Salem
Whats the book authors name?
Paulo Coelho