1. how does fatima develop the theme in the alchemist? a. fatima is able to speak the language of the world, this develops the theme that beauty is essential to happiness. b. fatima is an omen that directs santiago to the next step in his journey, she revels that love is another lesson one must experience and learn from. c. fatima develops the theme that love is an essential part of being, santiago is incomplete without fatima and they become a part of each other's personal legend. d. fatima is a distraction that nearly prevents santiago from realizing his dream; she is a warning that love can get in the way. 2. throughout the text, santiago learns that all things are connected. which scenes from the text present evidence to support this statement? select each correct answer. a. santiago meets fatima, looks in her eyes and knows she is the omen he has been waiting for. b. santiago speaks with the elements in order to transform himself into the wind. c. the crystal merchant explains how life will change if he begins to sell tea in crystal glasses. d. santiago arrives in africa, is robbed, and is faced with the decision to continue moving onward or return to spain. 3. how does the allegory in the alchemist develop the theme that all beings are connected? a. the boy dreams that two hawks battle one another and learns the power of omens. b. in the desert the boy learns from the englishman's books about alchemy and the philosopher's stone. c. santiago learns to communicate with many people in the desert without words. d. in a surprising twist, santiago learns that his treasure was located in spain-not under the pyramids. 4. which statement describes what santiago realizes after he becomes the wind? a. after meeting fatima, santiago learns that love makes anything and everything possible; she truly is his treasure. b. santiago knows that nothing can stop him from realizing his personal legend c. after performing a miracle, santiago know that he can accomplish anything; nothing can stand in the way of his journey. d. santiago discovers that the soul of the world is within everyone and everything. 5. how does the symbol of alchemy affect the meaning in the alchemist? select each correct answer. a. alchemy is the ultimate treasure that santiago seeks. b. alchemy symbolizes the omens and dreams that santiago depends upon throughout his journey. c. alchemy is an expression of the soul of the world, which allows santiago to perform incredible feats. d. alchemy represents santiago's journey and transformation. verified answers !