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It's not required as a part of the application, but it definitely helps.

As a transfer student, they pay attention to your GPA, class selection, major preparation, extra curriculars, and outside academic activities and/or community service.

I would recommend joining a service oriented club at your JC.

It's not required and have little effect on admission. You should focus more time on getting higher GPA.

SAT on the other hands is required by many universities as a transfer student. So be sure to take that or retake it for a higher score.

UC transfer admission focuses on grades, completion of your general education and major prerequisite requirements and demonstrated interest in your field of study. Extracurriculars are nice to have but not required, especially if you are working to support yourself.

No, only 60 credits by the 2nd year to transfer, as well as a high GPA/SAT.