In the mid-1800s, why did hundreds of thousands of people flock to California?

Responses
A the lure of striking it rich mining for goldthe lure of striking it rich mining for gold
B the hope of becoming successful sheep herdersthe hope of becoming successful sheep herders
C for the better farming and agricultural opportunitiesfor the better farming and agricultural opportunities
D to find work in the state's newly developed textile industry

A the lure of striking it rich mining for gold