Question

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what was a result of the discovery of gold in california in 1849?

a. britains attempt to reclaim the territory in oregon

b. the creation of a new slave state

c. another war between mexico and the united states

d. the arrival of large numbers of people

Explanation:

The discovery of gold in California in 1849 led to the California Gold Rush. During this period, large numbers of people (known as "forty - niners") from various places, including within the United States and from other countries, flocked to California in search of gold. Option A is incorrect as Britain's claims to Oregon were settled before the 1849 gold discovery. Option B is incorrect as California was admitted as a free state (not a slave state) as part of the Compromise of 1850, and the gold discovery didn't directly lead to creating a new slave state. Option C is incorrect as the Mexican - American War ended in 1848, and there was no new war between Mexico and the US due to the 1849 gold discovery.

Answer:

D. The arrival of large numbers of people