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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 Twelve: "Pheonix Rising," how does the chapter conclude regarding the rescue of the trapped miners?
(a) The operation is still in progress.
(b) The rescue is successful.
(c) The miners remain underground.
(d) The miners are found but not rescued.

2. In Afterword: "The Hollow Earth," how does the chapter connect the miners' experience to the interconnectedness of all people on Earth?
(a) By describing a secret underground society in the Earth's core.
(b) By highlighting the miners' desire for isolation from the world.
(c) By quoting a famous speech by Martin Luther King Jr.
(d) By suggesting that the miners communicated with people from other planets.

3. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," what is one of the key concerns associated with the rise of social media?
(a) Enhanced business opportunities.
(b) Improved global communication.
(c) Decreased use of traditional media.
(d) Privacy and online harassment.

4. In Chapter Nine: "Rescue Plans," how does NASA's expertise relate to the challenges faced by the trapped miners?
(a) NASA understands how to prevent rockslides in mines.
(b) NASA specializes in finding alternative mine entrances.
(c) NASA studies human behavior in isolation and confinement.
(d) NASA has experience with drilling in unstable conditions.

5. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what message is attached to the drill bit to convey the miners' safety?
(a) Send more supplies.
(b) We need help.
(c) Estamos bien en el refugio los 33.
(d) Save us now.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what type of geological formation is the Nazca Plate in relation to the continent?

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

3. In Chapter Ten: "Abnormal-Normal," what role does Edison Peña take on as he regains his strength in the mine?

4. In Chapter Twelve: "Pheonix Rising," what does the phrase "The world rescued the men" (133) suggest in the context of the chapter?

5. In Chapter Nine: "Rescue Plans," what is the primary purpose of Dr. Holland's visit to the mine?

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