Crown Control
When King Louis transformed New France into a royal province, who stopped being in power?
Private fur-trade companies
Why do people say that Quebec City had a "natural fortress" around it?
It was on top of steep cliffs.
Where was the Seven Years War Fought?
Known as "The First World War," it was fought across Europe, North America, the Caribbean, India, and at sea.
Who did the Acadians support: Britain or France?
Neither - they were neutral
Why did the United States declare war on Great Britain?
Trade restrictions and expansionist ambitions
Who were the three primary officials that governed New France?
The Governor General, the Intendant, and the Bishop
What were the names of the Two Commanders?
James Wolfe and Joseph de Montcalm
Where is the Ohio River Valley?
West of the Appalachian Mountains.
What was the Expulsion of the Acadians?
The forced removal of over 10, 000 Acadians.
Why did British forces burn down the White House?
As retaliation for America burning down parliament buildings in York.
What is the difference between a seigneur and a habitant?
Seigneurs own the land. Habitants farm the land.
Why were the British Troops in a rush to take over Quebec?
What were the main focuses of Britain and France when it came to expansion
Britain wanted to expand land holdings, while France wanted to continue building trade alliances.
How did British forces remove the Acadians?
Captured them in churches, burned their homes, confiscated livestock, and forced them onto ships out of the country.
What happened after the Treaty of Ghent was signed?
Who are "The Acadians"?
Descendants of male French settlers and Indigenous women.
French rushed forward and fired unevenly. The British held fire until the French were close and then all shot at once.
What does the United States call this war?
The French and Indian War
What happened when the Acadians returned to their original homelands?
Their homes were occupied, so they settled in New Brunswick
Who was brought to Upper and Lower Canada to investigate the causes behind the rebellions?
Lord Durham