Category 1
This term means powerful countries expand their control over other lands for wealth and power.
Imperialism
This animal’s fur was highly valued in Europe for making hats.
Beaver
This French official was sent by the king to strengthen New France.
Jean Talon
This group of French-speaking settlers was forcibly removed by the British.
The Acadians
This global war was mainly fought between Britain and this other empire.
France
These two European empires competed the most for land and influence in North America.
France and Britain
These people were essential trading partners because they supplied furs and knew the land.
Indigenous Peoples
New France became this type of colony when it was placed under direct control of the king.
Royal Colony.
Britain feared the Acadians would support this rival empire.
France
Indigenous nations were often forced to do this during the war.
Choose sides or defend their land
One major reason European countries wanted colonies in North America.
To gain wealth/resources (furs, land, power)
The fur trade caused Europeans to explore farther inland instead of staying near the coast. Why?
To access fur-rich areas and trading routes
Three ways Jean Talon increased the population of New France.
Sent settlers (including women / filles du roi), kept soldiers and provided incentives to marry.
Two long-term effects of the Acadian deportation.
Cultural trauma / loss of homeland.
Three major outcomes of the Seven Years’ War for France in North America.
This group of people was most directly affected when European empires expanded into North America.
Indigenous peoples
One way the fur trade strengthened some Indigenous nations.
Increased trade power/resources (weapons, goods, alliances)
Three economic or social improvements Jean Talon encouraged in the colony.
Farming, industry, or trade expansion
This economic system believed colonies existed only to benefit the mother country.
Mercantilism
How did mercantilism increase conflict in North America?
Competition for resources and land
Imperialism helped shape this country’s future government, borders, and culture.
Canada
One negative result of competition over fur trade routes.
Conflict and Warfare
This 1759 battle took place near Quebec City.
Battle of the Plains of Abraham
Loyalists were colonists who remained loyal to this country.
Why did Britain deport the Acadians?
To prevent support for France