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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Copiapo, Chile: Above and Below August 5–22, 2010: Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what geological event occurred around 40 million years ago?
(a) Meteor impact.
(b) Continental collision.
(c) Earthquake.
(d) Volcanic eruption.

2. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," how many calories per day are the trapped miners living on at this point?
(a) 200 calories.
(b) 500 calories.
(c) 100 calories.
(d) 300 calories.

3. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what conditions do the trapped miners face in the shelter?
(a) Total darkness and high humidity.
(b) Flooding and waterlogged surroundings.
(c) Extreme cold and freezing temperatures.
(d) Frequent earthquakes and tremors.

4. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what is the emotional state of the families above ground?
(a) Furious.
(b) Hopeful.
(c) Joyful.
(d) Relieved.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what is the immediate reaction of the campsite upon receiving the message from the miners?

2. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," which consequences of climate change are discussed?

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

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

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