Question

Finish Santiago’s explanation of the ultimate goal of alchemy: “‘When we strive to become better than we are, … ‘“ “‘Every person on earth plays a central role in the history of the world. And normally he doesn’t know it.’” “‘Every person on earth plays a central role in the history of the world. And normally he doesn’t know it.’” “‘Everything around us becomes better, too.’” “‘Everything around us becomes better, too.’” “‘The Soul of the World tests everything that was learned along the way.’” “‘The Soul of the World tests everything that was learned along the way.’” “‘Everyone on earth has a treasure that awaits him.’”

Answer 1

Answer:

"'When we strive to become better than we are, Everything around us becomes better, too.'"

Explanation:

Paulo Coelho's "The Alchemist" revolves around the 'journey' of Santiago in his quest to 'find' the treasure of his dreams. Along the way, he met numerous conflicts which he had to overcome to get to the final destination of the 'treasure'.

The quote "When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too" is said by Santiago after he became an alchemist himself (kind of). This is after all his struggles and final transformation.