Define the word "oasis" and explain what it has to do with the novel.

The
dictionary defines an oasis as a fertile spot in a desert where water is found, therefore
supporting vegetation. The oasis gives refuge to travelers as it provides food and shelter. In
the book , any stranger entering the oasis must be given food and shelter.
No weapons are allowed in the oasis, as it is a neutral ground that cannot host
troops.

The oasis has been used symbolically in the book to mean abundance
and hope. It is at the oasis where Santiago meets Fatima and instantly knows not only that it is
love but also that his love for her will help him discover any treasure in the world. It is at
the oasis that Santiago has a vision of men attacking the place and sets off to warn
the...