Colonial Policies in New France
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What year was the Illinois mission established?

  • 1700
  • 1672 (correct)
  • 1666
  • 1680

What was the primary motivation for the Jesuits in their mission work?

  • Economic gain for France
  • Desire to save souls (correct)
  • Expansion of French territory
  • Establishment of trade routes

How did Jesuits believe true conversion could occur?

  • Through military force
  • By enforcing European customs
  • By coercive tactics to abandon their identities
  • Through respect and understanding of Indigenous cultures (correct)

What was one key aspect of the Jesuits' approach to missions?

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What was the Frenchification policy aimed at?

<p>Promoting the assimilation of Indigenous peoples into French society (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conflict is highlighted in the article regarding the Illinois Country?

<p>Between Jesuits and Seminary priests (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which strategy did the French government prefer over the Jesuits' approach?

<p>Immediate assimilation into French culture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the Jesuits shift their missionary strategy over time?

<p>They began to argue that conversion could occur without assimilation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary goal of the Frenchifying policy introduced in New France?

<p>To unite French settlers and Indigenous populations into one cohesive society (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What approach did Jesuits take towards cultural assimilation of Indigenous people?

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Which method was used to promote assimilation of French and Indigenous peoples?

<p>Encouraging intermarriage between French men and Indigenous women (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one reason for the French government's frustration with the Jesuits?

<p>Their failure to effectively assimilate Indigenous cultures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements reflects a cultural misconception held by the Europeans?

<p>European ways were universally superior to Indigenous practices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Peter Kalm describe the cultural interactions between the French and Indigenous peoples?

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What tools did Jesuits use to facilitate the conversion of Indigenous peoples?

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In what way did the French desire to 'civilize' Indigenous populations?

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What was the primary goal of the Frenchifying policy implemented in New France?

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How did the Jesuit approach to Indigenous people differ from the Frenchifying policy?

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Who envisioned the Frenchifying policy as a means for cultural transformation in New France?

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Which of the following best describes the Jesuit view of their mission in New France?

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What method did the Jesuits employ to assist in converting Indigenous peoples?

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What was the primary goal of the Seminary priests in their approach to Indigenous communities?

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How did the Jesuits' approach to Indigenous communities differ from that of the Seminary priests?

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What was a significant characteristic of the Jesuit approach to Indigenous peoples?

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In what year was the Frenchifying policy initiated in New France?

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What method did the Jesuits use to encourage conversion among Indigenous peoples?

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What was a consequence of the Frenchifying approach taken by the Seminary priests?

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What structure did the seminary persist in prioritizing during the Frenchifying process?

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Which statement best reflects the Jesuit view of Indigenous populations?

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What impact did the differing missionary strategies have on the history of New France?

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What resulted from the Jesuits learning Indigenous languages?

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How did proponents of Frenchifying view Indigenous peoples compared to the Jesuits?

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What was the primary goal of the Frenchifying approach in New France?

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Which group actively supported the assimilation of Indigenous peoples through Frenchifying?

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How did the Jesuits differ from the Seminary priests in their missionary approach?

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What was one criticism leveled against the Jesuits by French officials?

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What was a specific cultural adaptation made by Jesuits in their missionary work?

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Which mission exemplified the conflict between Jesuit and Seminary priest approaches?

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Why did Jesuits resist Frenchifying methods?

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What did proponents of Frenchifying view as necessary for colonial unity?

<p>Teaching Indigenous peoples the French language (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Governor Frontenac and Intendant Talon's view on teaching Indigenous people?

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How did the Jesuits approach their missionary work in comparison to the Seminary priests?

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What characterized the conflict between the Jesuits and the Seminary priests at the Tamaroa mission?

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What was one of the government’s expectations for the French and Indigenous people?

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What was a criticism directed towards the Jesuits by the government?

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The Jesuits believed that forcing Indigenous people to conform would result in what outcome?

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What was one outcome of the conflict at the Tamaroa mission?

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Why were the Seminary priests considered to be at a disadvantage in their missionary efforts?

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Flashcards

Frenchifying

A policy implemented in New France (1666) to assimilate Indigenous people into French society. This included adopting French language, customs, and lifestyles.

Frenchifying's Goal

To increase the population and productivity of the colony by assimilating Indigenous people.

Jean-Baptiste Colbert

The Minister of Finance who envisioned 'Frenchifying' as a complete cultural transformation of Indigenous people.

Jesuit Conversion Approach

A culturally adaptive approach to converting Indigenous people to Christianity, involving learning Indigenous languages and integrating aspects of their culture into the conversion process.

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Jesuit Motivation

To save the souls of Indigenous people by converting them to Christianity, viewing themselves as foot soldiers of God fighting against Satan.

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Jesuit Suffering

Pain, suffering, and salvation were considered important parts of being a Jesuit. Suffering was seen as closer to God's will and martyrdom was highly valued.

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Jesuit Adaptability

The Jesuits were very adaptable in their conversion efforts, including establishing missions among the Huron, living in native villages, and learning Indigenous languages.

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Conflict Between Frenchifying and Jesuit Policies

Frenchifying aimed to forcefully assimilate Indigenous people into French society, while Jesuit policies emphasized cultural understanding and integration into Christianity. This clash shaped the history of New France as Indigenous people navigated between these conflicting forces.

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Jesuit Missionary Approach

The Jesuits believed in adapting to native cultures and translating Christian ideas into Indigenous languages, fostering relationships based on mutual understanding and respect.

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French Government's Approach

The French government favored a more assimilationist approach, aiming to integrate Indigenous people into French society and increase the colonies' population and productivity.

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Conflict Over Missionary Strategies

The Jesuits' culturally adaptive approach clashed with the French government's desire for assimilation, creating a conflict over how best to convert Indigenous people.

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Tamaroa Village Conflict

A specific example of conflict between Jesuits and Seminary priests in the Illinois Country, focusing on the Tamaroa village (Cahokia).

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Impact of Conflict on French Empire

The debate over missionary strategies in the Illinois Country mirrored a broader debate within the French Empire about how to interact with Indigenous populations.

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Shift in Jesuit Thinking

The Jesuits began to question their earlier approach, recognizing the potential for genuine conversion without assimilation.

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Colbert's Policy of Francisation

In 1666, Colbert officially announced a policy promoting assimilation of Indigenous people into French society, aimed at cultural and societal integration.

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Jesuits Resisting Francisation

The Jesuits, already moving away from assimilation, actively resisted Colbert's policy of Francisation because they believed it would hinder genuine conversion.

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Jesuit Focus on Genuine Conversion

The Jesuits believed true conversion required respecting Indigenous culture, leading them to resist assimilation policies.

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Ideals of Frenchifying

The belief that European ways, including French customs, language, and lifestyle, were superior and should be adopted by Indigenous people.

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Reality of Frenchifying

The difficulties faced in assimilating Indigenous people into French society, as Indigenous culture and traditions remained resilient.

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Intermarriage in Frenchifying

Encouraging marriages between French men and Indigenous women as a strategy to promote cultural assimilation.

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Jesuits' Approach to Conversion

Teaching Christian beliefs using Indigenous customs and storytelling, such as adapting the Wendat creation story into a Christian model.

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Leveraging Guns for Conversion

Using guns as an incentive to encourage Indigenous people to convert to Christianity.

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Indigenous Resistance to Frenchifying

The persistence of Indigenous culture and traditions despite attempts at assimilation.

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Francisation

The process of assimilating Indigenous people into French culture, including language, customs, and religion.

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Jesuits' Missionary Strategy

The Jesuits focused on learning Indigenous languages and adapting to local customs, believing that forcing assimilation would alienate Indigenous people from Christianity.

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Seminary Priests' Approach

The Seminary priests advocated for francisation, believing that teaching French and adopting French customs were essential for conversion to Christianity.

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Tamaroa Mission Conflict

A clash between the Jesuits and Seminary priests over their contrasting missionary strategies in the Tamaroa mission.

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Why did the government criticize the Jesuits?

The government believed the Jesuits weren't effectively converting Indigenous people because they weren't teaching them French and encouraging French customs.

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How did the government propose uniting French and Indigenous people?

The government encouraged intermarriage between French men and Indigenous women and adoption of Indigenous children by French families.

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What was the ultimate outcome of the Tamaroa Mission conflict?

Both the Jesuits and Seminary priests were allowed to continue their missionary work in the region, representing a compromise between the two approaches.

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What was the main argument for Francisation?

It was believed that by assimilating Indigenous people into French culture, they would become more united with the French and contribute to a stronger colony.

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Jesuit Approach

A mission strategy emphasizing adaptation to Indigenous customs and languages to build relationships and foster conversion.

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Accommodation

The Jesuit practice of adapting to Indigenous cultures as a means of building trust and facilitating conversion.

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Alliances

Strong relationships built by the Jesuits with Indigenous communities through accommodation and understanding.

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Practical Incentives

Material benefits, such as access to guns, used by the Jesuits to encourage conversion.

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Coercive Approach

The Seminary priests' method of forcing Indigenous people into French culture through assimilation.

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Divergent Attitudes

The differing perspectives of the Jesuits and Seminary priests towards Indigenous people, reflecting either alliance-building or assimilation.

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Competing Visions

The contrasting approaches of Frenchifying and the Jesuit strategy, highlighting the tension between colonial goals and Indigenous relations.

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Cultural Adaptation

The practice of incorporating Indigenous cultural practices and beliefs into Christian teachings, demonstrating respect for diversity and promoting understanding.

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Why did the French government criticize the Jesuits?

The French government criticized the Jesuits for failing to assimilate Indigenous people into French culture, accusing them of adopting Indigenous customs and failing to teach them French.

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Jesuit Argument for Accommodation

The Jesuits argued that accommodating Indigenous customs and learning their languages would foster more genuine and lasting conversions to Christianity, rather than forcing assimilation.

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Conflict's Impact on New France

The conflict between Frenchifying and Jesuit approaches created tension in New France, reflecting the broader colonial debate about how to manage Indigenous populations.

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Study Notes

Frenchifying in New France

  • Frenchifying was a policy of assimilation, aiming to integrate Indigenous people into French society.
  • Driven by a need to increase the colony's population and productivity.
  • The goal was complete cultural transformation, with Indigenous peoples adopting French lifestyles and language.
  • Policy implemented in 1666.
  • Initiated by Jean-Baptiste Colbert, the Minister of Finance

Jesuit Policies in New France

  • Jesuits followed a different approach, focused on converting Indigenous people to Christianity.
  • They viewed themselves as God's soldiers, fighting Satan in the New World.
  • Focused on a culturally adaptive approach, emphasizing learning Indigenous languages and understanding local traditions.
  • Established missions, often in remote areas.
  • Prioritized learning Indigenous languages and customs to effectively communicate their message.

Conflict and its Impact

  • Conflict arose between Frenchifying and Jesuit policies, with friction between those who advocated for assimilation and those who prioritized cultural adaptation.
  • The French government was frustrated with Jesuits' methods deemed insufficiently "civilizing."
  • Governors and officials criticized the Jesuits for prioritizing Indigenous ways of life.
  • Jesuits countered that cultural adaptation was key to successful conversion.
  • These differences of view fuelled missionary conflicts.
  • Ultimately, conflicts influenced the development of New France, shaping intercultural relationships and interactions between different groups.
  • The conflict illustrates the tensions between cultural assimilation and respect for diverse traditions in colonial society.

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