These questions are from the book The Alchemist 1. Which statement best explains Coelho's choice in The Alchemist to have the boy decide to settle down with the merchant's daughter?
A. It provides the reader with insight as to how the boys personal legend journey begins
B. It shows the reader that true love is more important than following one's personal legend
C. It explains why the boy is content to be a shepherd for his entire life
D. It tells the reader that the boy is not interested in following his dreams

2. Which quotation from the passage develops the allegory that when people find their true purpose, they understand the language of the world?
A. "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 spoke Spanish."
B. "I've already had that experience with my sheep, and now its happening with people."
C. "The boy thanked him and left, ate it, and went on his way."
D. "When the stall was assembled, the candy seller offered the boy the first sweet he had made for the day."

3. How does the allegory in The Alchemist develop the theme that happiness can only be realized by following one's Personal Legend?
A. By the end of the story, Santiago learns that his treasure is not just gold coins but also the experiences he has had
B. Santiago learns that anything is possible-even transforming oneself into the wind-as long as there is enough faith
C. Santiago learns that we are all destined for greatness, but we must work hard to attain it
D. In the beginning of the story, Santiago is content with his life; by the end, he is once again happy

4. The hunt for the treasure develops the allegory that one finds wisdom while pursuing a Personal Legend. Which quotation from The Alchemist best supports this statement?
A. "The boy looked around him at the date palms...Fatima was more important than his treasure."
B. "The tribal chieftain called for the boy, and presented him with fifty pieces of gold...and asked the boy to become the counselor of the oasis."
C. If I had told you, you wouldn't have seen the pyramids. They're beautiful, aren't they?"
D. "The secret of happiness is to see all the marvels in the world, and never to forget the drops of oil on the spoon."

5. "How does the archetype of the shepherd affect meaning in The Alchemist?
A. Being a shepherd is the only profession that allows one to travel, save, and pursue one's dreams.
B. In spite of his own personal hopes and desires, the boy chooses to remain loyal to his flock.
C. While the boy fulfills his ambitions and dreams, he never forgets his sheep and plans to return to his simple lifestyle once his journey is over.
D. The boy enjoys the simple life of a shepherd but he still is restless, believing that there must be something else out there.