Chapter 4, Lesson 2 Flashcard: The Gold Rush

Front

Gold was discovered when __________.

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James Marshall, who was working for John Sutter, discovered a gold nugget at Sutter’s Mill

Front

What did miners have to do before they could mine for gold on an area of land?

Back

stake a claim

Front

What evidence is there that the Gold Rush affected the environment in a negative way?

Back

Hydraulic mining led to flooding and polluted rivers.

Front

How did Biddy Mason contribute to California?

Back

She was an African American entrepreneur who helped people in Los Angeles.

Front

Which of the following was a major consequence of the Gold Rush on California's population? A significant decrease in population due to harsh mining conditions, A rapid increase in population as people flocked to the area in search of gold, No significant change in population as most miners left quickly, A steady population growth due to agricultural development

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A rapid increase in population as people flocked to the area in search of gold

Front

What role did Levi Strauss play during the Gold Rush?

Back

He was a businessman who sold durable pants to miners.

Front

What was a common method used by miners to extract gold during the Gold Rush? Options: Using metal detectors to find gold underground, Hydraulic mining to wash away entire hillsides, Drilling deep wells to reach gold deposits, Using explosives to blast open rock formations

Back

Hydraulic mining to wash away entire hillsides

Front

What was one of the long-term impacts of the Gold Rush on California's economy?

Back

It led to the establishment of a strong agricultural industry

Front

What was a significant social impact of the Gold Rush on California?

Back

It caused a cultural exchange between diverse groups of people.

Front

How did the Gold Rush influence the infrastructure of California?

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It led to the construction of extensive railway networks.