California Gold Rush Quiz

Who discovered gold at Sutter's Mill?

• James Marshall

• John Sutter

• Sam Brannan

• George Custer

In what year was gold discovered at Sutter's Mill?

• 1848

• 1850

• 1849

• 1852

What was Sutter's Mill originally set up for?

• A gold mine

• A sawmill

• A trading post

• A military fort

Where is Sutter's Mill located?

• San Francisco

• Sacramento

• Coloma

• Los Angeles

What river is Sutter's Mill near?

• Sacramento River

• American River

• Colorado River

• San Joaquin River

How did news of the gold discovery spread?

• By telegraph

• By newspaper

• By word of mouth

• All of the above

What effect did the gold discovery have on California's population?

• It decreased significantly

• It stayed the same

• It increased slightly

• It increased dramatically

What nickname was given to those who moved to California in search of gold?

• Gold Diggers

• Gold Seekers

• 49ers

• Prospectors

What was one of the main methods used to find gold in the rivers?

• Dynamite fishing

• Panning

• Metal detectors

• Excavation

What was John Sutter's reaction to the gold discovery at his mill?

• He was thrilled

• He was indifferent

• He was upset

• He immediately left California