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According to the Englishmen, what is the name of the discovery that is the result of refining metal until all that is left is the Soul of the World?,The Master Work As Santiago sets off to Africa, Melchizedek recalls guiding who else to his personal legend?,Abraham Author of the book,Paulo Coelho Besides his sheep and a jacket, what is the one thing that Santiago always carries while shepherding?,a book Fatima,The love of Santiago's life; a woman of the desert. She knows that he will return to her because of this. Fear of Failure,According to Coehlo, fear of failure is what holds people back from succeeding in finding their personal legends; this is a key life lesson that both the Englishman and Santiago learn at different points in the book. How did Santiago learn to read?,in seminary How does Santiago meet the merchant's daughter?,he sells her father wool How does the alchemist claim to know that Santiago would be coming?,the wind told him How does the tribal chieftain punish the chief of the invading army?,death by hanging How much treasure does the gypsy woman in Tarifa ask for?,one tenth In alchemy, what is the principle that governs all things?,The Soul of the World In part 5, what does Santiago believe his treasure is?,Fatima In Part 6, how long are the alchemist and Santiago given to prove that Santiago really does have the ability that the Alchemist claims he does?,three days In the recurring dream Santiago has, who encourages him to seek treasure at the pyramids?,a child Into how many pieces does the Alchemist cut the disk of gold?,four Lesson of Perseverance,Santiago learns to work hard, even if the end goal is unclear. He learns that he must put forth his best efforts always. Lessons of the Story,Santiago learns many lessons throughout the story; some include following one's heart, persevering when times are tough (never giving up), paying attention to one's surroundings, and trying new things. Melchizedek is the king of what kingdom?,Salem Personal Legend,Santiago's destiny; his purpose in life. He is led on his personal journey by significant people around him--like the king and the alchemist--as well as signs, like the omens he sees and understands Purpose of Santiago's Journey,Learn life lessons along the way as well as find a treasure AFTER he has learned the lessons. Religion's Role in the Story,Religion/Spirituality is a complex theme throughout this book. Coehlo borrows concepts from a variety of religions in order to create a religion for Santiago in the world of Coehlo's book. He uses terms most people are familiar with, like god and faith; however, Coehlo never specifically mentions what faith Santiago believes in; rather he demonstrates that "all is one" and "all is written" over and over again (maktub). Religion in this book provides Santiago something to believe in. Santiago,following his personal legend; learning life lessons along the way Santiago's Treasure,All that he has learned and the literal treasure he digs up back in the remains of the church in which he had his dream. The Alchemist,A man the Englishman is seeking; however, the alchemist is seeking Santiago to help him continue pursuing his personal legend The Lesson of Sharing One's Personal Gifts,Santiago learns from the alchemist to be honest and to tell people what you have to share rather than hiding it from others and keeping it only for yourself. This saves Santiago's life twice. The old man told a story about a wise man and a boy who went to ask the secret of happiness. What did the wise man tell the boy was the secret of happiness?,The secret of happiness is to see all the marvels of the world, and never to forget the drops of oil on the spoon. Upon what item is the core secret of alchemy written?,Emerald Tablet What are the names of the black and white stones that Melchizedek gave to Santiago?,Urim and Thummim What are the only two things that Santiago's sheep worry about?,food and water What comforts Santiago when he is visiting the gypsy dream interpreter?,the image of the Sacred Heart of Jesus What country is Al-Fayoum in?,Egypt What danger do Santiago and the alchemist come across in their first foray into the desert?,a poisonous cobra What did Santiago do before shepherding?,attended seminary What did Santiago talk to his sheep about?,the girl, the daughter of the merchant he sold wool to What did Santiago's parents hope he would be when he grew up?,priest What did the Englishman and the boy have in common?,They were both foreigners looking for their treasure and they both believed in omens What did the King mean when he said, "When we are children, everything is clear and everything is possible, but as time passes mysterious forces convince us to abandon our dreams?",He meant that younger people know what they want in life and think of it as being possible, but when we get older we see all the challenges and think what we want won't ever happen, so we give up on what we wanted to do. What distracts Santiago and allows the young man in Tarifa to steal his money?,a scabbard embossed in silver What do the alchemist and the monk talk about while the alchemist is transforming the lead?,persistent tribal wars What does Fatima trust in?,the fates of the desert What does maktub mean?,It is written What does Melchizedek ask Santiago for in return for directing him toward his personal legend?,a tenth of his flock What does Santiago always promise about his heart?,to listen to it What does Santiago believe in?,omens What does Santiago notice in the church he first takes shelter?,sycamore tree What does Santiago suggest to the crystal merchant as a strategy to make more money?,sell tea in crystal glasses What does the Alchemist advise Santiago to listen to in order to immerse himself in the desert?,his heart What does the Alchemist tell the boy to remember about his heart?,Remember that where your heart is, there you will find your treasure What does the alchemist use to turn the lead disk into gold?,The Elixir of Life and Philosopher's Stone What does the book that Santiago buys in Tarifa describe in its opening pages?,burial ceremony What does the name "Melchizedek" mean in Hebrew?,Righteous in my king What feel out of the boy's pouch as he left the market the next morning that the boy looked to as omens?,Urim and Thummim What great danger do the boy and the Alchemist face?,They were captured by tribesmen and taken to a military camp. They were accused of being spies. What Greek character is the subject of the alchemist's story in the prologue?,Narcissus What is Santiago doing when he meets Melchizedek?,reading a book What is Santiago's original profession?,shepherd What is the crystal merchant's dream?,to visit Mecca What is the Englishman looking for?,the alchemist What is the motto of the crystal merchant?,It is written. What is the name of the wind that blows from Africa?,levanter What is the portentous omen that Santiago sees in the Al-Fayoum oasis?,hawks fighting What is the product of alchemy that can cure all illnesses?,Elixir of Life What is the product of alchemy that can turn lead into gold?,The Philosopher's Stone What is the treasure that Santiago finds under the sycamore tree?,chest of gold and jewels What job does the Al-Fayoum tribal chieftain offer Santiago to reward him for warning of invading armies?,Counselor of the Oasis What kind of vendor does Santiago admire the morning after he is robbed by the young man in Tarifa?,candy seller What kind of vision did the boy have in the desert?,army with swords riding into the oasis What language did the Englishman study prior traveling to Africa?,Esperanto What language does Santiago learn while working for the crystal merchant?,Arabic What power does the alchemist say Santiago has?,power to turn himself into wind What primary lesson does Santiago learn from the king of Salem?,move forward when luck is on your side What surprises Santiago about the Al-Fayoum oasis?,It is larger than towns in Spain What three parts of nature did Santiago speak to when he turned himself into the wind?,sun, wind, desert What was the main goal of "alchemy" during Santiago's time?,to turn metals into gold When Santiago swears to give the gypsy woman part of his treasure, what does he swear on?,the heart of Jesus Where does Santiago disembark in Africa?,Tangiers Where does Santiago eventually determine the treasure must be hidden?,under the tree in the church where he originally started his voyage Where does Santiago meet Fatima?,next to well at Al-Foyoum oasis Where does Santiago meet Melchizedek?,Tarifa Where does Santiago's father get the gold coins that he gives Santiago?,in a field Where does the dream interpreter live?,Tarifa Where is Santiago from?,The Andelusia region in Spain Who appears standing next to Santiago as he is digging for the treasure?,refugees from the wars Who does Melchizedek point out to Santiago as someone who did not follow their Personal Legend?,baker Who is waiting at the oasis?,the alchemist Who rides to join the caravan periodically and warns of dangers ahead?,Bedouins Who says the following: ". . . when you really want something, it's because that desire originated in the soul of the universe.",The King of Salem Who says the following: "It was shepherds who were the first to recognize a king that the rest of the world refused to acknowledge.",The Englishman Who says the following: "No matter what he does, every person on earth plays a central role in the history of the world. And normally he doesn't know it.",alchemist Who was Fatima named after?,The Prophet's daughter Why did the Alchemist tell the boy the story about the good man in Rome and his son's words always being remembered in the Scriptures?,Because no matter what a person does, every person on earth plays a central role in the history of the world. And normally they don't know it. Why did the Alchemist tell the tribesmen/Arabs the truth that the small crystal flask and yellow glass egg were the Philospher's Stone and the Elixir of Life?,Because when you possess a great treasures within you and try telling others of them, they seldom believe you. Why did the Chieftains believe the boy?,They always observe the Traditions Why didn't the crystal merchant travel to Mecca?,He didn't want to let anyone else run his shop Why does Santiago choose to dig in the dune by the pyramids?,he sees a scarab Why does Santiago leave the seminary?,because he wants to travel Why does the crystal merchant take a while to make decisions on Santiago's suggestions?,he does not like change Why is the Englishman not surprised that the boy, who is a shepherd, talked with a king?,Because it was shepherds who were the first to recognize a king that the rest of the world refused to acknowledge. Why was the bar owner in Moracco very angry as the boy left?,he knew the man would steal Santiago's money