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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 Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what geological event occurred around 40 million years ago?
(a) Continental collision.
(b) Earthquake.
(c) Meteor impact.
(d) Volcanic eruption.

2. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what challenges does Kelvin Brown face in the early days of the rescue efforts?
(a) Accurate maps and plans.
(b) Multiple drill holes on target.
(c) Limited instructions from the control room.
(d) Lack of workers' cooperation.

3. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how does the chapter describe hope's role among the trapped miners?
(a) It is a burden they must carry.
(b) It is a vital force that keeps them going.
(c) It is a distant dream.
(d) It is something they have lost.

4. In Chapter Nine: "Rescue Plans," why is maintaining a cohesive and supportive team crucial during a rescue mission?
(a) It ensures efficient communication with the miners.
(b) It prevents conflicts among rescue workers.
(c) It fosters a sense of camaraderie and cooperation.
(d) It speeds up the drilling process.

5. In Chapter Eight: "Camp Hope," why is the news media drawn to Campamento Esperanza?
(a) To report on the miners' rescue.
(b) To distract the families.
(c) To create tension.
(d) To criticize the rescue efforts.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Eight: "Camp Hope," why is Captain Renato Navarro Genta consulted in the rescue effort?

2. In Chapter Ten: "Abnormal-Normal," why does the media presence at the rescue site increase over time?

3. In Chapter Nine: "Rescue Plans," what is the primary challenge in rescuing the trapped miners using drilling methods?

4. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," how does the advent of the Age of Electricity impact the demand for copper?

5. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what has happened to many of the miners' bodies due to the lack of fat reserves?

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