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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 Nine: "Rescue Plans," how does NASA's expertise relate to the challenges faced by the trapped miners?
(a) NASA studies human behavior in isolation and confinement.
(b) NASA specializes in finding alternative mine entrances.
(c) NASA has experience with drilling in unstable conditions.
(d) NASA understands how to prevent rockslides in mines.

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

3. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what taboo word do the miners refuse to speak, even as they face extreme hunger?
(a) Survival.
(b) Desperation.
(c) Cannibalism.
(d) Starvation.

4. In Chapter Nine: "Rescue Plans," why is the Strata 950 drill chosen for the rescue operation?
(a) It is the smallest and lightest drill.
(b) It can drill straight down to the miners.
(c) It is the most reliable drill.
(d) IIt can drill straight down to the miners.

5. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what happens when the Schramm T685 drill hits a large airspace?
(a) It gets stuck and cannot move.
(b) The drill is lowered slowly.
(c) The drill bit breaks.
(d) The driller resumes drilling at full speed.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what is Kelvin Brown's mission at the San José mine?

2. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what challenge does Kelvin Brown face in his drilling mission?

3. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” who oversees both the rescue efforts and the emotional needs of the community at the mine site?

4. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how many drills does Fidel Baez identify as potential tools for reaching the trapped miners?

5. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what event escalates the tension at the mine site among family members?

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