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The word California came from an imaginary island called Califia. Califia was mentioned in a Spanish book called "Las Serges de Esplandian" that was written by Garcia Ordonez de Montalvo. California means "hot oven".

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California's nickname is "The Golden   State". The reason why it's called "The Golden State" is because of the Gold Rush, the golden poppies that grow every spring, the golden sunsets, and the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge.

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California's motto is "Eureka". Eureka comes from a Greek word that means "I have found it." Miners would shout "Eureka" when they found gold.

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California's flag was made by William Todd. The grizzly bear symbolizes "strength", the red star symbolizes "supreme power" and "courage". The white background represents "purity". There is also a red stripe at the bottom. The flag was first created on June 14, 1846 during the Bear Flag Revolt.

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The state seal of California has 31 stars that symbolizes the number of states when California became a state. On the seal is a grizzly bear feeding on grape vines next to a sheaf of grain which symbolizes rich wildlife and agriculture. A Roman goddess named Minerva which symbolizes wisdom, and the word "Eureka" is on the seal too.

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The California poppy is the state flower of California. It grows throughout California. The California poppy became our state flower in 1903. It is yellow and orange, with 4 silky petals. The shape of the California poppy looks like a cup.

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California's state bird is the California Valley Quail. It became our state bird in 1931. This bird is plump and grey/white with some brown and black. It has a plume on its head. An interesting fact about the California Valley Quail is that the traits are hardiness and adaptability.