Trapped - Chilean Miners

What country did the famous mining accident happen in 2010?

• Brazil

• Chile

• Argentina

• Peru

What were the trapped workers doing when they got stuck underground?

• Exploring

• Mining

• Building

• Researching

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

How were the miners finally brought back to the surface?

• Helicopter

• Elevator

• Capsule

• Tunnel

Who helped in giving advice to keep the miners healthy while they were trapped?

• Doctors

• NASA

• Athletes

• Chefs

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What was one of the things sent down to the miners to help them?

• Books

• Food

• Television

• Pets

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

How long were the miners trapped underground?

• 2 weeks

• 1 month

• 2 months

• More than 2 months

What was the main health concern for the miners while they were trapped?

• Cold

• Hunger

• Thirst

• Getting enough air

Which organization played a significant role in the rescue operation?

• The United Nations

• The Red Cross

• The Chilean government

• NASA

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What did the miners do to keep their spirits up while they were trapped?

• Sang songs

• Told stories

• Played games

• All of the above

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

In what year did the miners get rescued?

• 2008

• 2009

• 2010

• 2011