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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) United States.
(c) Australia.
(d) Canada.

2. 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?
(a) San José Mine.
(b) Candelaria Mine.
(c) Sterling Hill Mine.
(d) Potosí Mine.

3. 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?
(a) They ignore the concerns and urge miners to keep working.
(b) They offer higher wages to the miners.
(c) They shut down the mine permanently.
(d) They improve safety measures immediately.

4. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," what challenges do the rescue team face during their mission in the mine?
(a) The team encounters hostile miners.
(b) The team faces a lack of proper equipment.
(c) The team has difficulty navigating the mine's winding tunnels.
(d) The team is attacked by wild animals.

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

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

3. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," why do individuals choose to work as miners despite the inherent risks?

4. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what is the main focus of concern among the miners and their families?

5. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what strategy does Luis Urzúa suggest to ensure fairness in food distribution among the miners?

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