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French
100
What is the name of the ocean that the Europeans have to cross to get to the New World?
The Atlantic Ocean
100
Father Marquette's Diary is a what kind of source?
A primary source.
100
What fur did the French most desire?
Beaver fur.
100
Which Fort in South East Michigan helped control the fur trade on the Great Lakes?
Fort Detroit.
100
What did the French fur traders want to trade with the Indians?
Furs
200
Who were the first Europeans to reach Michigan?
The French and the British.
200
A diary is an example of what kind of source?
Primary.
200
Which European group helped the Indians fight the British?
The French.
200
Sault Ste Marie is know for what special reason?
It was the first town in Michigan.
200
How did the French travel around the New World?
In canoes and boats.
300
When did the French first come to Michigan?
The 1600's
300
Europe is across which ocean?
The Atlantic Ocean.
300
What is the name of the two European groups that fought for control of Michigan?
The French and the British.
300
What was Fort Detroit used for?
To help control the Great Lakes and the fur trade.
300
True or false: The French and the native Americans traded furs, and fought the British together.
True.
400
What natural resource did the French come to Michigan for?
Furs
400
The first French arrived in Michigan in which of these years: the 1900's, 1600's or the 1200's?
1600's
400
What is the name of the indian chief that started the rebellion against the British?
Chief Pontiac
400
Who founded the first town in Michigan?
Father Marquette
400
What is the name of the river that Father Marquette explored?
The Mississippi River.
500
What did China have the was so important to the Europeans?
Spices, silk, gold, and gems.
500
What is a primary source?
A diary, letter, or map written by someone that was there.
500
Chief Pontiac is famous for which rebellion?
Pontiac's Rebellion
500
What is the name of the first town in Michigan?
Sault Ste. Marie.
500
What country were the French looking for when they found the New World?
China.