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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 Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what do the miners resort to during extreme hunger and desperation in similar situations in history?
(a) Consuming frozen human flesh.
(b) Chewing leather belts and shoes.
(c) Feeding on grass and mud.
(d) Eating the bark off wooden posts.

2. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what material makes it difficult to maintain a straight drilling path?
(a) Magnetized iron.
(b) Soft clay.
(c) Diamond chips.
(d) Thick, hard rock.

3. In Chapter Ten: "Abnormal-Normal," what role does Edison Peña take on as he regains his strength in the mine?
(a) He focuses on organizing recreational activities.
(b) He becomes a leader of the rescue effort.
(c) He resumes his role as a dedicated runner.
(d) He helps with the drilling operations.

4. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” who promises that the statue of the Virgin of Candelaria will remain at the mine site during the rescue?
(a) Carlos Parra Diaz.
(b) Marcelo Leiva.
(c) Bishop Caspar Quintana.
(d) The President.

5. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what is the emotional state of the families above ground?
(a) Relieved.
(b) Hopeful.
(c) Furious.
(d) Joyful.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Eight: "Camp Hope," who is responsible for gathering blood samples from the trapped miners?

2. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what is the timeline for the trapped miners' survival, as mentioned in the chapter?

3. In Chapter Nine: "Rescue Plans," why is maintaining a cohesive and supportive team crucial during a rescue mission?

4. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” who is responsible for ensuring unity and cooperation among the trapped miners?

5. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” how does Kelvin Brown feel about the families' expectations and his role in the rescue?

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