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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how does Urzúa describe the groups formed among the miners in the mine?
(a) They form soccer teams.
(b) Each group has its own task.
(c) They avoid grouping up.
(d) They divide into religious and non-religious groups.

2. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," what is one of the key concerns associated with the rise of social media?
(a) Privacy and online harassment.
(b) Improved global communication.
(c) Enhanced business opportunities.
(d) Decreased use of traditional media.

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

4. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," what does the name "Copiapó" (33) mean, and how is it related to the town's history?
(a) City of Festivals, highlighting its cultural celebrations.
(b) Place of Exploration, emphasizing its role as a hub for adventurers.
(c) Land of Plenty, symbolizing its agricultural prosperity.
(d) City of Mines, signifying its mining heritage.

5. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what emotions fluctuate among the miners as they grapple with their predicament?
(a) Despair and rage.
(b) Joy and anticipation.
(c) Confusion and indifference.
(d) Relief and optimism.

6. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” why do the trapped miners need to dig a well underground?
(a) To escape through an alternative route.
(b) To provide ventilation in the shelter.
(c) To locate valuable minerals for rescue funding.
(d) To create a source of drinking water.

7. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how many people gather at the mine site?
(a) 200.
(b) 100.
(c) 50.
(d) 300.

8. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what strategy does Luis Urzúa suggest to ensure fairness in food distribution among the miners?
(a) Rationing based on age and seniority.
(b) Sharing equally and eating together.
(c) First come, first served basis.
(d) Leaving food to be consumed at individual discretion.

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

10. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what unites the trapped miners and helps maintain a sense of collective purpose?
(a) A desire to escape at any cost.
(b) A commitment to democracy and voting on decisions.
(c) A common fear of darkness and isolation.
(d) A shared belief in the government's rescue efforts.

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

12. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," what essential resource for human survival is often scarce in neighborhoods like Padre Negro, and how do residents obtain it?
(a) Electricity, through solar panels.
(b) Food, grown in community gardens.
(c) Education, provided by local schools.
(d) Clean water, collected from public taps.

13. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," how does Villegas describe the dust and sound he witnesses in the mine?
(a) Like a raging volcano and a dynamite explosion.
(b) Like a gentle rain and a distant drumbeat.
(c) Like a foggy day and distant thunder.
(d) Like a gentle breeze and soft whispers.

14. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," how can societies promote and embrace cultural diversity?
(a) By imposing strict cultural assimilation measures.
(b) By encouraging intercultural dialogue and celebrating cultural festivals.
(c) By implementing exclusive policies.
(d) By discouraging education about different cultures.

15. 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) Sterling Hill Mine.
(b) Candelaria Mine.
(c) San José Mine.
(d) Potosí Mine.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what geological event occurred around 40 million years ago?

2. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," in Copiapó, what significant event occurs in 2010 that brings about a noticeable change in the town?

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

4. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” who is tasked with evaluating rescue strategies?

5. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” how deep underground are the trapped miners in San José?

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