The 1939 World's Fair In San Francisco Comes To A Close

The Golden Gate International Exposition on Treasure Island concludes with a final celebration. Souvenirs, both planned and spontaneous, mark the end of this event. The island, which was created just two years ago, will soon be transformed into a major airport. Over six and a half million people visited the fair this year. As the exposition ends, Treasure Island fades into history, remembered for its vibrant past.

What was the occasion being celebrated at Treasure Island?

• The final celebration of the Golden Gate International Exposition

• The opening of a new airport

• A historical reenactment

• A music festival

What is the future plan for Treasure Island after the exposition?

• It will become a theme park

• It will be turned into a residential area

• It will be transformed into a major airport

• It will remain as it is

Approximately how many people visited the fair this year?

• Six and a half million

• Eight million

• Five million

• Seven million

What happens to Treasure Island as the exposition concludes?

• It is demolished immediately

• It becomes a permanent exhibition site

• It fades into the shadows of memory

• It is preserved as a historical landmark

What is the significance of the lights going out at the exposition?

• It marks the beginning of a new event

• It signifies the end of the exposition

• It is a power outage

• It is part of a light show