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The Alchemist
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Exam Answer Key
Multiple Choice
1. C (Prologue)
4. B (Part 2, Section 1)
5. C (Part 2, Section 1)
6. B (Prologue, Part 1, and Part 2)
7. D (Part 2, Section 1)
8. A (Part 2, Section 1)
9. C (Part 2, Section 1)
10. A (Part 2, Section 2)
11. D (Part 2, Section 2 and Epilogue)
13. A (Part 2 and Epilogue)
Long Answer
1. The sheep, in many ways, symbolize those who do not fulfill their Personal Legends. Students should think about how Santiago at first uses sheep as a security blanket by thinking about how many sheep he can buy with the money he is given or has earned. Santiago also thinks about many sheep-like people who never fulfilled their Personal Legends, and this pushes him to go after his own. (Parts 1 and 2 and Epilogue)
2. Students could identify Santiago’s fear of failing, of being alone, and of dying and then describe his character development as he learns from various wisdom figures. Additionally, they could discuss the crystal merchant and his fear of losing money and even getting what he wants by going to Mecca, which would leave him with nothing to accomplish. (Parts 1 and 2)
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