1. Based on document 1, why would the acquisition of New Orleans be significant to the United States?

How is the career of an archaeologist different from hollywood’s portrayal of an archaeologist? how have your views on the field of archaeology changed as a result of what you have studied in this unit?

The california gold rush: actually had only a small impact on california’s population because its rich farmlands already attracted thousands of new settlers each year. attracted almost equal numbers of men and women. resulted in laws that discriminated against “foreign miners.” made considerable wealth for average miners because gold mining demanded no real investment of capital. hurt the development of san francisco because gold discoveries shifted interest to areas outside of town.

Known for criticizing the traditional roles of women.