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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” why does Kelvin Brown feel pressure to continue drilling even when he knows it might not succeed?
(a) He needs to prove his drilling expertise.
(b) He believes in the accuracy of the maps.
(c) He wants to win a competition with local drillers.
(d) He does not want to disappoint the families.

2. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what is the main focus of concern among the miners and their families?
(a) The presence of experts from El Teniente.
(b) The availability of food and water in the shelter.
(c) Identifying the cause of the mine collapse.
(d) The safety of the main entrance.

3. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what does Kelvin Brown describe as the prevailing mood among the families at the campsite?
(a) Angry and confrontational.
(b) Sad, somber, and filled with despair.
(c) Hesitant and doubtful.
(d) Joyful and celebratory.

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

5. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," what does the name "Copiapó" (33) mean, and how is it related to the town's history?
(a) Place of Exploration, emphasizing its role as a hub for adventurers.
(b) Land of Plenty, symbolizing its agricultural prosperity.
(c) City of Festivals, highlighting its cultural celebrations.
(d) City of Mines, signifying its mining heritage.

6. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," which geological feature along the Pacific coast of South America resulted from the collision of the Nazca Plate against the continent?
(a) The Rocky Mountains.
(b) The Amazon River.
(c) The Andes Mountains.
(d) The Sahara Desert.

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

8. 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) President Piñera.
(b) Bishop Caspar Quintana.
(c) Luis Urzúa.
(d) Minister Golborne.

9. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," how does the chapter describe the initial response to the incident from those in charge?
(a) Indifferent and unaware of the situation.
(b) Swift and organized.
(c) Fearful and panicked.
(d) Urgent and well-coordinated.

10. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," how does mining impact the living conditions in neighborhoods like Padre Negro outside Copiapó?
(a) Mining has no direct impact on these neighborhoods.
(b) Mining leads to improved infrastructure and amenities.
(c) Miners and their families experience a lack of basic amenities.
(d) Mining creates job opportunities and better housing.

11. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” who is tasked with evaluating rescue strategies?
(a) Fidel Baez.
(b) Kelvin Brown.
(c) Luis Urzúa.
(d) Bishop Quintana.

12. What effect did the Andes Mountains have on the climate along the Pacific coast of South America?
(a) They led to tropical conditions.
(b) They caused heavy rainfall.
(c) They created extremely dry conditions.
(d) They had no impact on the climate.

13. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," how can societies promote and embrace cultural diversity?
(a) By discouraging education about different cultures.
(b) By imposing strict cultural assimilation measures.
(c) By encouraging intercultural dialogue and celebrating cultural festivals.
(d) By implementing exclusive policies.

14. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," how did the cooling effect from the Himalayas potentially relate to the formation of ice caps at the poles?
(a) The cooling effect likely contributed to ice cap formation.
(b) Ice caps were formed due to volcanic activity.
(c) The cooling effect prevented ice caps from forming.
(d) It is unrelated to ice cap formation.

15. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how many people gather at the mine site?
(a) 50.
(b) 200.
(c) 300.
(d) 100.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," which mine is mentioned in the chapter as an example of a place where men seek work in the desert?

2. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," what does the story in the chapter reveal about human curiosity?

3. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what is unique about the Atacama Desert?

4. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," how does the world respond to the events in the San José Mine?

5. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” how do the families at the campsite perceive Kelvin Brown's presence?

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