According to the Introductory Video in Section 12

question 3

Multiple Choice

According to the introductory video in section 12.5,who made the discovery that triggered the California gold rush?

• A) James Marshall
• B) John Sutter
• C) Henry Clay
• D) Winfield Scott

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