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The fourteenth quiz in this series tests your knowledge on one of the most significant chapters in western expansion in the U.S. – The California Gold Rush! The Discovery of gold in the late 1840’s transformed California into one of the most prosperous states in the union.

How well do you know your California Gold Rush trivia? Test your knowledge via the quiz below!

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The California Gold Rush Trivia Quiz | History In A Nutshell
This quiz tests your knowledge on one of the most significant chapters in western expansion in the U.S. – The California Gold Rush! The Discovery of gold in the late 1840’s transformed California into...
The California Gold Rush | History In A Nutshell

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The California Gold Rush | History In A Nutshell
The date of January 24, 1848 started out as a typical work day for carpenter James W. Marshall, who was tasked with constructing a water-powered sawmill in Coloma, California. While digging a channel...