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

2. 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 improve safety measures immediately.
(d) They shut down the mine permanently.

3. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," at what depth does Villegas encounter a situation where the road disappears in the mine?
(a) 800 feet.
(b) 500 feet.
(c) 1,800 feet.
(d) 1,200 feet.

4. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," which geological feature along the Pacific coast of South America resulted from the collision of the Nazca Plate against the continent?
(a) The Andes Mountains.
(b) The Rocky Mountains.
(c) The Amazon River.
(d) The Sahara Desert.

5. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how does the chapter describe hope's role among the trapped miners?
(a) It is a vital force that keeps them going.
(b) It is something they have lost.
(c) It is a burden they must carry.
(d) It is a distant dream.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what type of geological formation is the Nazca Plate in relation to the continent?

2. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," why does the San José Mine reopen in 2008 after being shut down in 2007?

3. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," how does the world respond to the events in the San José Mine?

4. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what is the primary goal the miners work toward together during their ordeal?

5. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," how did the formation of the Himalayan mountains influence weather patterns?

Short Essay Questions

1. 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?

2. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," foreshadowing is a literary device used in the chapter. Provide examples of foreshadowing from the text and analyze how these instances contribute to creating suspense and anticipation among readers.

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

4. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," describe the events that unfold in the Chilean copper mine as Raul Villegas drives his truck underground. What are the initial signs of trouble, and how does Villegas react?

5. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," how has mining contributed to Copiapó's cultural heritage and economic growth over the years?

6. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," explain the historical and cultural importance of copper and how it has been intertwined with human progress.

7. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what challenges do the miners face in obtaining water underground?

8. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” what is the condition inside the shelter where the miners are trapped?

9. 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?

10. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” how does the presence of Kelvin Brown affect the families at the campsite?

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