Geography
Which coast of the USA is California on?
the west coast
Did all people get rich in the Gold Rush?
No
Where are movies made in California?
Hollywood
Name two types of landscapes you can find in California.
Mountains, lakes, beaches, deserts, forests
Which country borders California to the south?
Mexico
California used to belong to which country before it was part of the US?
Mexico
Where are the big tech companies located?
Silicon valley
What is State Route 1 famous for?
Beautiful views of the coastline
What is the largest city in California?
Los Angeles
How was it called when people went to California to find gold?
Gold Rush
Why did filmmakers choose Hollywood in the 1900s?
Because of the landscapes and the sunlight.
How tall can some of California’s trees get?
115 meters
What is the capital of California?
Sacramento
When did people go to California to find gold (which years/century)?
1840s and 1850s
Silicon is often used to produce what?
Computers
What is the lowest point in mainland America, found in California?
Death Valley
About how many people live in California?
40 million
When did California become part of the USA?
1848
About how many people visit Hollywood every year?
50 million
What is the highest point in mainland America, found in California?
Mount Whitney