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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 One: "August 5-6," what is the first alarming event that Raul Villegas experiences while driving in the mine?

2. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos," what ancient metalworking material us crucial in creating the Bronze Age?

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

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

5. In Chapter Two: "Of Earth and Cold," what role does gravity play in mining operations?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. In Chapter Four: August 5–8: “Murderers,” who are the key figures involved in the rescue efforts?

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

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

6. In Chapter Three: "The Men of Hephaistos,", the author discusses the concept of "the magic of the metalsmiths" (36) and the invention of bronze. How does this historical context relate to the theme of mining in the chapter, and how does it emphasize the significance of mining in human history?

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

8. 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?

9. 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.

10. 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?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the role of international collaboration in the rescue operation. How did different countries come together to support the miners?

Essay Topic 2

Analyze how the use of modern technology, particularly the cell phone with a projector, provided a sense of connectivity and normalcy to the trapped miners in the San José Mine.

Essay Topic 3

Examine the ethical dilemmas faced by the rescuers and decision-makers. What difficult choices did they have to make, and how were these decisions justified?

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