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How many residents now live in California?
How many residents now live in California?
- 28 million
- 32 million
- Close to 40 million (correct)
- 25 million
The vast majority of California residents live on which percentage of the state's land?
The vast majority of California residents live on which percentage of the state's land?
- 75%
- 5% (correct)
- 50%
- 20%
Which foreign occupants once flew their flags on land that later became California?
Which foreign occupants once flew their flags on land that later became California?
- Russia
- Spain
- Mexico
- All of the above (correct)
What is the alleged origin of California's name?
What is the alleged origin of California's name?
Which non-Native American explorer reached land in California first?
Which non-Native American explorer reached land in California first?
When was California admitted to the Union as an official state?
When was California admitted to the Union as an official state?
California was admitted to the Union as the __________.
California was admitted to the Union as the __________.
Who was the first person to discover large amounts of gold that began the Gold Rush in the region that would later become California?
Who was the first person to discover large amounts of gold that began the Gold Rush in the region that would later become California?
How many ounces of gold were supposedly excavated in the California region during the peak Gold Rush years?
How many ounces of gold were supposedly excavated in the California region during the peak Gold Rush years?
What percentage of Americans live in regions that are designated as 'urbanized' areas?
What percentage of Americans live in regions that are designated as 'urbanized' areas?
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Study Notes
California Demographics and History
- California's population is close to 40 million residents.
- Only 5% of California's land is inhabited by the vast majority of its residents.
Historical Occupants
- California was once home to foreign occupants: Russia, Spain, and Mexico all flew their flags over the territory.
- The name "California" is alleged to originate from a Spanish romance novel.
Exploration and Statehood
- The first non-Native American explorer to land in California was Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo.
- California became an official state on September 9, 1850, and it was the 31st state to join the Union.
Gold Rush Events
- James Marshall discovered significant gold deposits, sparking the Gold Rush in California.
- During the peak years of the Gold Rush, approximately 12 million ounces of gold were excavated.
Urbanization
- Around 80% of Americans live in urbanized areas, reflecting a trend of urban migration.
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