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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 Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” who oversees both the rescue efforts and the emotional needs of the community at the mine site?
(a) Luis Urzúa.
(b) Minister Golborne.
(c) President Piñera.
(d) Bishop Caspar Quintana.

2. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what significant event in history is mentioned as a potential comparison to the miners' situation, although it is not openly discussed?
(a) The 2010 earthquake in Chile.
(b) The survival of stranded airplane passengers in the Andes.
(c) The rescue of miners in Bolivia.
(d) The sinking of the Titanic.

3. In Chapter Eight: "Camp Hope," how does the chapter describe the atmosphere at Camp Hope?
(a) Quiet and somber.
(b) Joyful and celebratory.
(c) Chaotic and disorganized.
(d) Tense and anxious.

4. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what impact did the Himalayas have on carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere?
(a) They had no effect on carbon dioxide levels.
(b) They absorbed carbon dioxide, leading to a cooling effect.
(c) They released carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
(d) They caused an increase in carbon dioxide levels.

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

Short Answer 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?

2. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” what do some of the trapped miners believe they see in the darkness underground?

3. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," how do mine owners and bosses respond when miners express concerns about working conditions in the San José Mine?

4. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what message is attached to the drill bit to convey the miners' safety?

5. In Chapter Ten: "Abnormal-Normal," what does Dr. Duncan emphasize to the families of the trapped miners during their meeting?

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