California as a Country Quiz

What makes California culturally prominent and powerful?

• Its large number of national parks

• Its status as a U.S. state

• Its economic and cultural influence

• Its small population

Which period in California's history involved religious indoctrination?

• Native American period

• European exploration period

• Spanish colonial period

• Mexican state period

What is a significant feature of California's border with Mexico?

• It is the longest border California shares

• It is a natural border formed by a river

• It is closed to pedestrian traffic

• It is the busiest border crossing in the western hemisphere

How does California rank in terms of population among U.S. states?

• Second

• Third

• First

• Fourth

Which city would be the largest in California if it were a country?

• Sacramento

• San Diego

• Los Angeles

• San Francisco

What is a major economic sector in California?

• Mining

• Textile industry

• Entertainment and tech industries

• Automobile manufacturing

Which of the following crops is NOT a major agricultural product of California?

• Dairy

• Poultry

• Rice

• Cotton

What natural disaster is California particularly vulnerable to?

• Hurricanes

• Volcanic eruptions

• Earthquakes

• Tornadoes

What is a significant challenge California would face as an independent country?

• Water scarcity

• Political instability

• Overpopulation

• Lack of natural resources

What is a potential solution for California's water issues?

• Desalination

• Reducing agricultural output

• Building more dams

• Importing water from Canada