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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 Four: "August 5–8: Murderers" - Chapter Six: "August 10–21: Drilling Blind".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” where does Kelvin Brown, the expert come from?
(a) Chile.
(b) Australia.
(c) United States.
(d) Canada.

2. 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 Australia in 2006.
(b) A mining accident in Bolivia in 2010.
(c) A mining accident in Chile in 2010.
(d) A mining accident in Peru in 2009.

3. 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) Ice caps were formed due to volcanic activity.
(b) The cooling effect prevented ice caps from forming.
(c) The cooling effect likely contributed to ice cap formation.
(d) It is unrelated to ice cap formation.

4. 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.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," what does the name "Copiapó" (33) mean, and how is it related to the town's history?

2. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how does the chapter describe hope in the context of faith?

3. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” which miner takes on the role of a spiritual leader and healer among the trapped men?

4. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” who is responsible for ensuring unity and cooperation among the trapped miners?

5. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what is the primary goal the miners work toward together during their ordeal?

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