Gold Rush

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Which grouped came from overseas to join the gold rush? Options: Russians, Chinese, Germans, Gauls

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Chinese

Front

What was the most permanent effect of the Gold Rush?

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Immigration in California caused diversity

Front

Which of the following was a result of the California gold rush? American settlers rebelled against the Mexican government.
, Los Angeles became a center of banking, manufacturing, and trade.
, California gained enough settlers to apply for statehood.
, Thousands of Chinese died from diseases brought by newcomers.

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California gained enough settlers to apply for statehood.

Front

What year did the gold rush in California begin?

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1848

Front

Where was gold first discovered in California?

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Sutter's Mill

Front

What were towns called that grew rapidly when gold was discovered nearby?

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Boomtowns

Front

Around how many people moved to California in 1849 to mine for gold?

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90000

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19th century Chinese immigrants are known for what? Options: Work in building the Transcontinental Railroad, Work in New York factories, Contributions to the steel industry, Contributions to John D. Rockefeller

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Work in building the Transcontinental Railroad

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How did Chinese immigrants face hostility in boomtowns?

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Laws restricted Chinese miners from claims.

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Did most gold miners strike it rich?

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False