Some history
When did the government system of New France start?
What is 1663
How was the system structured?
What is an absolute monarchy
Who controlled religious matters?
What is the bishop
Was New France more controlled by the Church or by the Crown?
It was mainly controlled by the crown, but the church had a influence
How was the government of New France different from the British colonies?
New France was a monarchy and the British were decentralized
When did the New France government end?
What is 1763
Who decided who was in the sovereign council
What is the king
What did the members of the sovereign council do?
Managed the colony's judicial, economic, and administrative affairs
Was absolute monarchy the best system for protecting New France?
Probably not as they did lose in the war against the Britain
How was leadership chosen differently in the two systems?
France appointed; British colonies elected.
Why did France establish an absolute monarchy in New France? give me a five word answer on this
To maintain strict colonial control.
What was the role of the Sovereign Council in governing the colony?
Helped administer laws and justice.
What responsibilities did the Governor General have in New France?
Led military and represented king.
Did the King of France have too much control over the colony?
He had the most power, but the catholic church had some of it too.
How did the influence of the Catholic Church compare to religion’s role in British colonies?
Stronger political power in New France.