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

2. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," how does the author convey the tension at the mine site among family members?
(a) Through humor and wit.
(b) Through escalating conflicts.
(c) Through silent contemplation.
(d) Through peaceful dialogue.

3. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," how does the chapter describe the initial response to the incident from those in charge?
(a) Urgent and well-coordinated.
(b) Swift and organized.
(c) Fearful and panicked.
(d) Indifferent and unaware of the situation.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what does Kelvin Brown describe as the prevailing mood among the families at the campsite?

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

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?

4. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what is the timeline for the trapped miners' survival, as mentioned in the chapter?

5. In ancient myths, what role did the blacksmith god (e.g., Hephaistos or Vulcan) typically play?

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