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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how many people gather at the mine site?
2. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," what does the name "Copiapó" (33) mean, and how is it related to the town's history?
3. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” who oversees both the rescue efforts and the emotional needs of the community at the mine site?
4. In Chapter One: "August 5-6," at what depth does Villegas encounter a situation where the road disappears in the mine?
5. In Chapter Six: August 10-21: “Drilling Blind,” what does Kelvin Brown describe as the prevailing mood among the families at the campsite?
Short Essay Questions
1. 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.
2. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” how does Minister Golborne manage the dual responsibilities of overseeing the rescue efforts and addressing the emotional needs of the community?
3. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," the economic and social pressures drive miners to work in challenging and sometimes perilous conditions. Discuss the economic factors that motivate individuals to become miners and the social dynamics that influence their choices.
4. 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?
5. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” what is the central theme of this chapter, and how is it depicted through the actions and emotions of the families and miners?
6. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” who are the key figures involved in the rescue efforts?
7. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," how has mining contributed to Copiapó's cultural heritage and economic growth over the years?
8. 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?
9. In Chapter Five: August 8–10: “Hope,” what role does faith play in the narrative, and how is it symbolized in the chapter?
10. 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?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss the impact of communication, both underground and on the surface, in the story. How did effective or ineffective communication shape the events?
Essay Topic 2
Analyze the theme of resilience in the context of the miners' ordeal. How did their physical and emotional resilience contribute to their survival
Essay Topic 3
In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," explore how mining has been portrayed in this passage. How do these representations reflect societal perceptions of wealth and exploitation?
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