Today in class we are looking specifically at techniques, difficulties and perils involved in early gold mining operations in California. Using a section of the series Into the West, students will see how the average person could get scooped up in the Gold Rush and how some poor decisions were made along the way by many. Educational, entertaining and also a good lesson on greed and human nature!
Quiz: Tomorrow
Hint..."The effects of the transcontinental railroad on the U.S." is your essay question. Use your chart or download from the notes on the right of this page.
