The 33 Movie Mining Chile

How many miners were trapped in the San Jose copper mine?

• 31

• 33

• 30

• 34

What caused the mine shaft to collapse?

• An earthquake

• A boulder the size of a 45-story building

• Explosive mining operations

• Heavy machinery

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

How long were the miners trapped underground before being discovered alive?

• 17 days

• 10 days

• 20 days

• 15 days

What did the miners use to signal they were still alive?

• A written note

• Red paint on the drill

• Flashing lights

• A loud noise

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CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

What was the initial estimated time for rescuing the miners?

• In two weeks

• Within a month

• By Christmas

• Before New Year

What strategy did the miners use to survive?

• Sending one miner to find help

• Rationing food and water

• Digging their way out

• Sleeping to conserve energy

What was one of the health conditions mentioned among the miners?

• Hypothermia

• An ulcer

• A broken arm

• Asthma

How did the miners manage decision-making?

• Random selection

• Seniority

• Democratic vote

• By appointing a leader

What played a crucial role in the miners' survival, according to the text?

• Their mining skills

• Their faith and prayer

• Their optimism

• Their physical strength

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CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.W.11-12.9

How many days were the miners trapped before being rescued?

• 60 days

• 75 days

• 80 days

• 69 days