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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 Eleven: "The Race Down" - Afterword: "The Hollow Earth".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what happens to the tension and frustration at the campsite once the miners' safety is confirmed?
(a) It disappears completely.
(b) It increases.
(c) It turns into anger.
(d) It explodes with joy.

2. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” how deep underground are the trapped miners in San José?
(a) Over a mile deep.
(b) Approximately 100 feet.
(c) About 500 feet.
(d) Nearly 900 feet.

3. In Chapter Twelve: "Pheonix Rising," what safety equipment is NOT mentioned as part of the miners' ascent in the rescue capsule?
(a) Fire extinguishers.
(b) Compression stockings.
(c) Communication devices.
(d) Oxygen tanks.

4. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," why do the miners steadfastly refuse to speak the word "cannibalism"?
(a) They fear it might become a reality.
(b) They believe it's a taboo word.
(c) They consider it bad luck.
(d) It is a word they cannot pronounce.

5. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," how does the emotional state of the miners and their families compare?
(a) They are both hopeful.
(b) They are both in despair.
(c) They are both joyful.
(d) They experience different emotions.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," how did the formation of the Himalayan mountains influence weather patterns?

2. In Afterword: "The Hollow Earth," how does the chapter connect the miners' experience to the interconnectedness of all people on Earth?

3. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what significant event occurs when the Schramm T685 drill hits a large airspace?

4. In Chapter Ten: "Abnormal-Normal", what unique gift does Samsung send to the trapped miners?

5. In Chapter Eleven: "The Race Down," what is the significance of the rabbit?

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