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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Around the World and Into Space: Chapter Eight: "Camp Hope" - Chapter Ten: "Abnormal-Normal".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what significant event occurs when the Schramm T685 drill hits a large airspace?
(a) The drill bit breaks.
(b) A message is sent from below.
(c) The miners are rescued.
(d) The drill is turned off.

2. In Chapter Eight: "Camp Hope," what is the atmosphere like when contact is established with the trapped miners?
(a) Calm.
(b) Jubilant.
(c) Desperate.
(d) Tense.

3. In Chapter Ten: "Abnormal-Normal," how do the families of the trapped miners react to the long wait for their rescue?
(a) They demand immediate action.
(b) They protest against the rescue authorities.
(c) They remain calm and hopeful.
(d) They decide to leave the campsite.

4. In Chapter Nine: "Rescue Plans," according to Dr. Norbert Kraft, what makes maintaining harmony within a team on a risky mission essential?
(a) It prevents the team from antagonizing each other.
(b) It minimizes bathroom-related conflicts.
(c) It ensures the team members get along personally.
(d) It keeps the team focused on their individual strengths.

5. In Chapter Eight: "Camp Hope," what do the miners vow to do in terms of their relationships with their families?
(a) To avoid contact with their families.
(b) To write fewer letters
(c) To grow closer and be better partners.
(d) To stay distant.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Ten: "Abnormal-Normal," what role does Dr. Mike Duncan play in the rescue operation?

2. In Chapter Nine: "Rescue Plans," why is NASA consulted for advice in the rescue operation?

3. In Chapter Nine: "Rescue Plans," why is blasting a hole through the rock to reach the trapped miners not a feasible option?

4. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind," what was the primary concern of the trapped miners as their food ration dwindled?

5. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," why do the miners steadfastly refuse to speak the word "cannibalism"?

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