The Alchemist C Grade A question and answer
Which quotation from the passage develops the allegory that when people find their true
purpose, they understand the language of the world? - (correct answer)"When he had
gone only a short distance, he realized that, while they were erecting the stall, one of
them had spoken Arabic and the other Spanish."
How does the boy influence the life of the Englishman? - (correct answer)By providing a
different perspective and encouraging the Englishman to never give up, the boy helps
him to discover the alchemist.
How does Melchizedek influence the boy's actions? - (correct answer)He helps
Santiago to recognize important signs and omens that Santiago might have overlooked
and encourages him to not give up.
How do the camel drivers influence the boy's actions? - (correct answer)One camel
driver's story about olive trees and loss teaches Santiago that he has to let go of his fear
to realize his true destiny.
How does Fatima affect Santiago's journey? - (correct answer)The Language of the
World shows him that they share a soul. She proves their connection by encouraging
Santiago to keep looking for his treasure.
How does the shepherd archetype of Santiago develop meaning in The Alchemist? -
(correct answer)He leads his sheep to the best pastures, which allows him to fulfill his
responsibilities while still satisfying his desire to travel.
How do the two stones affect the tone in this passage? - (correct answer)The stones
remind the boy that he is not alone, creating a hopeful tone.
How does the symbol of the desert affect the meaning in this passage? - (correct
answer)The desert represents the struggles everyone must face if they want to realize
their dreams.
Which quotation from the passage develops the allegory that when people find their true
purpose, they understand the language of the world? - (correct answer)"When he had
gone only a short distance, he realized that, while they were erecting the stall, one of
them had spoken Arabic and the other Spanish."
How does the boy influence the life of the Englishman? - (correct answer)By providing a
different perspective and encouraging the Englishman to never give up, the boy helps
him to discover the alchemist.
How does Melchizedek influence the boy's actions? - (correct answer)He helps
Santiago to recognize important signs and omens that Santiago might have overlooked
and encourages him to not give up.
How do the camel drivers influence the boy's actions? - (correct answer)One camel
driver's story about olive trees and loss teaches Santiago that he has to let go of his fear
to realize his true destiny.
How does Fatima affect Santiago's journey? - (correct answer)The Language of the
World shows him that they share a soul. She proves their connection by encouraging
Santiago to keep looking for his treasure.
How does the shepherd archetype of Santiago develop meaning in The Alchemist? -
(correct answer)He leads his sheep to the best pastures, which allows him to fulfill his
responsibilities while still satisfying his desire to travel.
How do the two stones affect the tone in this passage? - (correct answer)The stones
remind the boy that he is not alone, creating a hopeful tone.
How does the symbol of the desert affect the meaning in this passage? - (correct
answer)The desert represents the struggles everyone must face if they want to realize
their dreams.
