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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," what does the story in the chapter reveal about human curiosity?
(a) It diminishes curiosity among experts.
(b) It underscores the power of human curiosity.
(c) It discourages curiosity among the rescue team.
(d) It has no effect on curiosity levels.

2. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," how does the advent of the Age of Electricity impact the demand for copper?
(a) It leads to the development of alternative materials.
(b) It reduces the need for copper wires.
(c) It has no impact on copper demand.
(d) It significantly increases the demand for copper.

3. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," what ancient metalworking material us crucial in creating the Bronze Age?
(a) Iron.
(b) Gold.
(c) Tin.
(d) Silver.

4. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what challenges do the miners face when considering using machinery to extract water?
(a) The risk of car exhaust contamination.
(b) Limited access to machinery.
(c) Difficulty in operating the machinery.
(d) Lack of skilled machine operators.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what is Kelvin Brown's mission at the San José mine?

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?

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

4. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind," what was the primary concern of the trapped miners as their food ration dwindled?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” what role does faith play in the narrative, and how is it symbolized in the chapter?

2. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” how does Luis Urzúa try to maintain unity and cooperation among the trapped miners?

3. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," discuss the challenges miners face when working deep underground, as described in the chapter. What motivates individuals to pursue this profession despite the inherent risks?

4. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” who is Kelvin Brown, and what is his mission at the mine?

5. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," explain how mining has played a pivotal role in shaping the history and identity of Chile, as highlighted in the chapter.

6. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," how do Villegas's superiors and colleagues respond to his reports of the strange events in the mine? What actions do they take, and what does this reveal about their initial perceptions of the situation?

7. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," how do the events in the San José Mine capture the attention of the world, and what diverse groups and experts become involved in the unfolding story? What does this suggest about the broader significance of the incident?

8. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how does the chapter explore the psychological impact of being trapped underground, and what strategies do the miners employ to maintain their unity and hope?

9. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what challenges does Kelvin Brown face in the early days of the rescue efforts?

10. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind," what similar mining accident is mentioned in the chapter, and how does it relate to the situation of the Chilean miners?

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