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The San Jose mine is located in the Atacama Desert in Chile.
The San Jose mine is located in the Atacama Desert in Chile.
True
The miners were trapped 900 meters underground during the incident.
The miners were trapped 900 meters underground during the incident.
False
After 17 days, the miners' refuge was located by the rescue team.
After 17 days, the miners' refuge was located by the rescue team.
True
The rescue operation took a total of 69 days to complete.
The rescue operation took a total of 69 days to complete.
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The families of the trapped miners founded a camp named Esperanza, meaning 'Hope'.
The families of the trapped miners founded a camp named Esperanza, meaning 'Hope'.
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Study Notes
The Chilean Mine Rescue
- The Atacama Desert in Chile is home to many mines, including San Jose mine.
- In 2010, a massive rockfall occurred, trapping 33 miners 700 meters underground.
- The families of the trapped miners established a camp called Esperanza (Hope), where they awaited news and supported each other.
- The miners had a refuge with limited supplies, but the families remained optimistic and received support from doctors and psychologists.
- Rescue workers drilled a deep hole to reach the miners, facing challenges in locating the refuge.
- After 17 days, the rescue team located the miners' refuge.
- The miners sent a message via the drill, confirming they were alive and well.
- Rescue workers provided the trapped miners with a phone, allowing them to speak with their families.
- It took weeks for the rescue team to drill a hole wide enough to bring the miners back to the surface.
- The first miner was rescued after 69 days trapped in the mine. The rescue operation was watched by billions worldwide.
- All 33 miners were eventually brought to safety, returning to their families.
- The Chilean miners became international heroes, with their story garnering global attention.
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This quiz explores the incredible story of the 2010 Chilean mine rescue, where 33 miners were trapped underground for 69 days. Discover the challenges faced by rescue workers, the resilience of the miners, and the support provided by their families during this harrowing experience. Test your knowledge about this remarkable event and learn more about the courage shown by everyone involved.
