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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 One: "August 5-6," what is the profession of the central figure in the chapter, Raul Villegas?
(a) Truck Driver.
(b) Engineer.
(c) Miner.
(d) Geologist.

2. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what is unique about the Atacama Desert?
(a) It receives heavy rainfall.
(b) It has no rainfall for extended periods.
(c) It experiences constant thunderstorms.
(d) It is covered in lush vegetation.

3. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” who is responsible for ensuring unity and cooperation among the trapped miners?
(a) Luis Urzúa.
(b) Andre Sougarret.
(c) President Golborne.
(d) René Aguilar.

4. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," on average, how much copper does the average American use annually, and how much of it is typically recycled?
(a) 5 pounds, with 3 pounds recycled.
(b) 20 pounds, with 5 pounds recycled.
(c) 16 pounds, with 11 pounds recycled.
(d) 10 pounds, with 2 pounds recycled.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Eight: "Camp Hope," what is the main goal of sending vitamins and vaccines down to the miners?

2. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," how does mining impact the living conditions in neighborhoods like Padre Negro outside Copiapó?

3. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," what do the families primarily blame for their loved ones' predicament?

4. In Chapter Seven: "August 21–22: Human Gold," how are the miners and their families emotionally connected despite being physically separated?

5. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what impact did the Himalayas have on carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere?

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