Which statement about the effects of the gold rush are correct?

A-The old ruling families of the Californios had a strong say in the constitutional convention of California.

B-Chinese laborers were welcomed and given higher-paying jobs in the mines because of their strong work ethic.

C-Californios were able to establish legal ownership of their property in U. S. courts without the original land grant documents.

D-Nearly two-thirds of the Native American population of California died during the gold rush.

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Jake Walton

30 November, 23:13

Which statement about the effects of the gold rush are correct?

A-The old ruling families of the Californios had a strong say in the constitutional convention of California.

B-Chinese laborers were welcomed and given higher-paying jobs in the mines because of their strong work ethic.

C-Californios were able to establish legal ownership of their property in U. S. courts without the original land grant documents.

D-Nearly two-thirds of the Native American population of California died during the gold rush.

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Tia Warner · Answer 1

The answer is D. Nearly two-thirds of the Native American population of California died during the gold rush.

Explanation:

Gangs who wanted to control the mines killed over 100,000 Native Americans. The craze for gold and its riches made the west a hot spot for murder and crazy attacks.