No one really knows exactly when the first people arrived in 61 we now call as California. However, it is likely that Native Americans were living in California at least fifteen thousand years ago. Scientists believe that these settlers 62 (cross) the Bering Strait in the Arctic to America 63 means of a land bridge which existed in prehistoric times. In the 16th century, after the 64 (arrive) of the Europeans, the native people suffered 65 (great). Thousands were killed 66 forced into slavery. In addition, many died from the diseases 67 (bring) by the Europeans. However, some survived these terrible times, and today there are more Native Americans 68 (live) in California than in any other state.
California is the third 69 (big) state in the USA but has the largest population. It also has the distinction of being the most multicultural state in the USA, having attracted people from all over the world. The customs and languages of the immigrants live on in their new home. This diversity of culture is not 70 (surprise) when you know the history of California.
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