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

2. In Chapter Nine: "Rescue Plans," what concern do officials have about the Strata 950 drill?
(a) It might not reach the miners in time.
(b) It lacks the necessary drilling experience.
(c) It is too fast for the rescue operation.
(d) It is too heavy to transport to the site.

3. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” which miner takes on the role of a spiritual leader and healer among the trapped men?
(a) Luis Urzúa.
(b) José Vega.
(c) Mario Gómez.
(d) Franklin Lobos.

4. In Chapter Eight: "Camp Hope," what crucial steps are taken to ensure the miners' physical health does not deteriorate further?
(a) Sending down fast food.
(b) Providing video games.
(c) Offering psychological counseling..
(d) Collecting blood samples.

5. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what strategy does Luis Urzúa suggest to ensure fairness in food distribution among the miners?
(a) First come, first served basis.
(b) Leaving food to be consumed at individual discretion.
(c) Rationing based on age and seniority.
(d) Sharing equally and eating together.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Eleven: "The Race Down," which drilling company ultimately plays a crucial role in the rescue mission?

2. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," how does the lack of rivers taking soil out to sea along the Pacific coast affect the interaction between the Nazca Plate and the continent?

3. In Chapter Eleven: "The Race Down," why does Plan B temporarily halt its drilling efforts?

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

5. In Afterword: "The Hollow Earth," in what century is the idea that Earth is hollow and inhabited by a secret civilization popular?

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