California Quiz

1. When did California become a state of USA?
  • Correct Answer: 9 September 1850

2. Which ocean is to the west of California?
  • Correct Answer: Pacific

3. Which state is to the north of California?
  • Correct Answer: Oregon

4. Who was the first European to sight California?
  • Correct Answer: Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo

5. When was the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo signed?
  • Correct Answer: 2 February 1848

6. Which country is to the south of California?
  • Correct Answer: Mexico

7. Which is the capital of California?
  • Correct Answer: Sacramento

8. Which is the highest point in California?
  • Correct Answer: Mount Whitney

9. Which is the lowest point in California?
  • Correct Answer: Death Valley

10. Who was California’s governor in 1966-1974?
  • Correct Answer: Ronald Reagan

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