Question

"The Alchemist"

How does the king of Salem influence the boy’s journey?

a) When the boy recognizes Melchizedek is an omen, he realizes that he should take his dreams more seriously.

b) Melchizedek teaches the boy about his Personal Legend and gives him the opportunity to pursue it.

c) By showing the boy his own immense wealth, Melchizedek convinces him to pursue his treasure.

d) Melchizedek uses magic to trick the boy into giving up his livelihood so Melchizedek can find the Soul of the World.

Answer 1

The answer is the "b) Melchizedek teaches the boy about his Personal Legend and gives him the opportunity to pursue it" statement. This event is taken from "The Alchemist" novel written by Paulo Coelho in 1988. In this part of the story, Melchizedek, the King of Salem, reveals his Personal Legend and he gives some advice to Santiago related to the Personal Legend.

Answer 2

The answer is B) Melchizedek teaches the boy about his Personal Legend and gives him the opportunity to pursue it.