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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," in Copiapó, what significant event occurs in 2010 that brings about a noticeable change in the town?
(a) A long period of rainfall.
(b) A major earthquake.
(c) A gold rush.
(d) A volcanic eruption.

3. 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 safety of the main entrance.
(c) The availability of food and water in the shelter.
(d) Identifying the cause of the mine collapse.

4. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," which consequences of climate change are discussed?
(a) Rising global temperatures and more frequent natural disasters.
(b) Increased availability of natural resources.
(c) Decreased carbon emissions.
(d) Decreased need for energy conservation.

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

6. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” who promises that the statue of the Virgin of Candelaria will remain at the mine site during the rescue?
(a) The President.
(b) Marcelo Leiva.
(c) Bishop Caspar Quintana.
(d) Carlos Parra Diaz.

7. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what is the timeline for the trapped miners' survival, as mentioned in the chapter?
(a) 4 weeks.
(b) 10 days.
(c) 1 month.
(d) 2 weeks.

8. 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 Andes Mountains.
(b) The Rocky Mountains.
(c) The Amazon River.
(d) The Sahara Desert.

9. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” what do some of the trapped miners believe they see in the darkness underground?
(a) Demons.
(b) Stars.
(c) Colored lights.
(d) A white butterfly.

10. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what historical mining accident is mentioned in the chapter, and how does it relate to the Chilean miners' situation?
(a) A mining accident in Bolivia in 2010.
(b) A mining accident in Chile in 2010.
(c) A mining accident in Australia in 2006.
(d) A mining accident in Peru in 2009.

11. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," why do individuals choose to work as miners despite the inherent risks?
(a) They are primarily motivated by environmental concerns.
(b) Mining requires minimal physical effort.
(c) Mining offers high economic rewards and adventure.
(d) They are fascinated by the darkness.

12. 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.

13. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind," what was the primary concern of the trapped miners as their food ration dwindled?
(a) The fear of cannibalism.
(b) The onset of illnesses.
(c) The lack of water.
(d) The absence of light.

14. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what geological phenomenon influenced the lack of rainfall along the Pacific coast, particularly in the Atacama Desert?
(a) Solar radiation.
(b) Volcanic eruptions.
(c) Tectonic plate movement.
(d) Wind patterns.

15. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how does the chapter describe hope in the context of faith?
(a) As a separate entity from faith.
(b) As hope minus belief.
(c) As an opposite of faith.
(d) As hope plus belief.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," why does the San José Mine reopen in 2008 after being shut down in 2007?

2. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what emotions fluctuate among the miners as they grapple with their predicament?

3. 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?

4. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what role does gravity play in mining operations?

5. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what challenges do the miners face when considering using machinery to extract water?

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