Nevada Gold Mining Facts

Nevada Gold Mining Facts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, History, Business

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video explores the unexpected prominence of Nevada as the leading gold mining state in the U.S., surpassing traditional gold-rich states like Alaska and California. It highlights the lucrative nature of modern gold mining, with miners earning substantial incomes. The economic impact of gold mining in Nevada is significant, contributing to the state's economy and attracting a diverse workforce. The Carlin Trend is a key area for gold mining, and the video discusses the historical and current significance of gold prices, which have influenced the development of boom towns in the region.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state in the United States has the highest concentration of gold mines?

Alaska

California

North Carolina

Nevada

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much can a modern-day treasure hunter earn in five months working in Nevada's gold mines?

$100,000

$75,000

$150,000

$50,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activity did the narrator engage in as a child that influenced their career choice?

Collecting gold coins

Exploring old underground mines

Reading about gold mining

Visiting museums

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the United States' gold comes from Nevada?

60%

50%

75%

90%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If Nevada were a country, where would it rank in terms of gold production globally?

Twelfth

Ninth

Sixth

Third

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In 2012, how much gold did Nevada mines produce in terms of value?

$7 billion

$5 billion

$9 billion

$3 billion

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the price of gold per ounce in 2011?

$1,500

$1,856

$1,200

$2,000

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