Rescue Operation and Miners' Message

On August 22, 2010, Minister Gorn received a call about a drill breaking through into an empty space, potentially where trapped miners were located. Rescuers initially used stethoscopes and hammers to detect sounds from the miners. After four hours, the drill rods were retrieved, revealing red paint and a message in a shopping bag confirming the miners' location. The 33 miners celebrated their discovery with joy and relief.

What was the initial information Minister Gorn received in the phone call?

• The miners were found safe.

• The drill had broken through into an empty space.

• The rescue operation was called off.

• The drill was stuck.

What method did the rescuers first use to try and detect signs of life?

• Using a camera.

• Drilling another hole.

• Sending a robot.

• Listening with a stethoscope.

What did the rescuers hear that gave them hope?

• Loud banging sounds.

• A very faint sound.

• Music playing.

• Voices of the miners.

What was discovered on the drill rod when it was pulled back to the surface?

• A note from the miners.

• A piece of clothing.

• A broken tool.

• Red paint.

What was tied in a shopping bag that the rescuers found?

• A flashlight.

• A food supply.

• A map.

• A message from the miners.

What did the message in the shopping bag say?

• We are lost.

• We need help.

• We are safe.

• We are right at the refugee.

How did the rescuers react upon discovering the message?

• They were silent.

• They immediately called for backup.

• They continued drilling.

• They started yelling, jumping, and crying.