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Who founded the town of Quebec, marking it as the first permanent French settlement in North America?
Who founded the town of Quebec, marking it as the first permanent French settlement in North America?
What was a significant difference in the approach of French colonists compared to British colonists regarding Native Americans?
What was a significant difference in the approach of French colonists compared to British colonists regarding Native Americans?
What event marked the beginning of the French and Indian War?
What event marked the beginning of the French and Indian War?
What was the outcome for the British following Braddock’s defeat at Fort Duquesne?
What was the outcome for the British following Braddock’s defeat at Fort Duquesne?
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Which leader was pivotal in changing the tide of the French and Indian War for the British?
Which leader was pivotal in changing the tide of the French and Indian War for the British?
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What significant territory did Great Britain gain as a result of the Treaty of Paris in 1763?
What significant territory did Great Britain gain as a result of the Treaty of Paris in 1763?
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Which river's intersection was the site of Fort Duquesne?
Which river's intersection was the site of Fort Duquesne?
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What action did Virginia's governor take in response to the French presence in the Ohio country?
What action did Virginia's governor take in response to the French presence in the Ohio country?
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What forms of cultural expression did enslaved Africans maintain in their new environment?
What forms of cultural expression did enslaved Africans maintain in their new environment?
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What was a significant outcome of the Stono Rebellion in September 1739?
What was a significant outcome of the Stono Rebellion in September 1739?
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How did the economies of northern and southern colonies differ regarding slavery?
How did the economies of northern and southern colonies differ regarding slavery?
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What motivated colonists to favor Great Britain during the rivalry with France in the 1750s?
What motivated colonists to favor Great Britain during the rivalry with France in the 1750s?
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What did enslaved Africans do to express resistance in the colonies?
What did enslaved Africans do to express resistance in the colonies?
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Who was a key figure in the establishment of France's North America Empire?
Who was a key figure in the establishment of France's North America Empire?
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What types of crops were primarily grown by enslaved Africans in the southern colonies?
What types of crops were primarily grown by enslaved Africans in the southern colonies?
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What was the general impact of the French and Indian War on the English language in North America?
What was the general impact of the French and Indian War on the English language in North America?
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Study Notes
Africans Cope in Their New World
- Africans transported to North America originated from various cultures and spoke diverse languages, contributing to a rich cultural tapestry.
- Forced labor on plantations primarily focused on crops like tobacco, rice, and indigo in the Southern colonies.
- Enslaved Africans forged supportive communities and fought against their conditions through various means.
- Cultural heritage was maintained through traditions such as woven blankets, molded pottery, music, and ancestral storytelling.
- Many enslaved families were separated through sales; new familial bonds were formed among those who lived together.
- Resistance manifested in acts of sabotage, such as faking illness and breaking tools, leading to instances of open rebellion.
- The Stono Rebellion in September 1739 involved around 20 slaves who attacked plantation owners in South Carolina, aiming to reach Spanish Florida.
- The rebellion was met with swift military response, resulting in casualties and executions, prompting stricter slave laws in the colonies.
- Southern colonies increasingly depended on African slavery, contrasting with northern colonies that relied more on commerce.
The French and Indian War
- British victories during the war promoted the spread of the English language throughout North America.
- In the 1750s, France emerged as Great Britain's main rival, especially regarding control over the rich Ohio River valley.
- Colonists favored Great Britain due to their British identity and aspirations for westward expansion.
- France established its North American empire in 1534, with Jacques Cartier’s exploration of the St. Lawrence River.
- Samuel de Champlain founded Quebec in 1608, making it the first permanent French settlement, which thrived on fur trading.
- French colonists built amicable relations with Native Americans, contrasting with the British approach and leading to military alliances.
Conflict and War Dynamics
- Tensions rose as the French Empire expanded, reaching the British territories.
- In 1754, the French erected Fort Duquesne at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers (present-day Pittsburgh).
- Virginia's governor dispatched a militia led by George Washington to confront the French, resulting in the establishment of Fort Necessity.
- Initial encounters included an attack by Washington's militia followed by a French counterattack, marking the true beginnings of the French and Indian War.
- Early battles saw British forces suffering defeats due to their traditional warfare strategies, ineffective against guerrilla tactics used by the French and Native allies.
- The leadership of George II shifted under the influence of William Pitt, who revitalized British military efforts and gained Iroquois support.
- The war culminated in 1763 with the Treaty of Paris, granting Great Britain control over North America east of the Mississippi River, including Florida from Spain.
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Description
This quiz explores the experiences of Africans who were forcibly brought to North America during slavery. Students will learn about the diverse cultures, languages, and coping mechanisms developed in a foreign land. It highlights the resilience of African peoples in the face of immense challenges.
