24 Questions
What was the name of the war in North America that began in 1754 and ended in 1763?
The French and Indian War
Why did the French build a chain of forts in the Ohio River Valley?
To halt the westward growth of the British colonies
Who led a small militia to stop the French from completing work on Fort Duquesne?
George Washington
What was the result of General Edward Braddock's expedition in 1755?
A disastrous defeat for the British
What was the purpose of the Albany Plan of Union?
To provide for an intercolonial government and defense system
Who developed the Albany Plan of Union?
Benjamin Franklin
How many colonies adopted the Albany Plan of Union?
7 colonies
What was the result of the British invasion of French Canada in 1756?
A repulse of the British invasion
What was the main reason behind the conflicts between the British and French in North America?
To gain access to the raw materials produced by the colonies
What was the outcome of King William's War?
The British frontier settlements were burned by American Indians
What was the significant gain for the British in Queen Anne's War?
Gaining trading rights in Spanish America
What was the outcome of King George's War?
The British returned Louisbourg to the French in exchange for gains in India
What was the main difference between the first three wars and the fourth and decisive conflict?
The European powers saw little value in committing regular troops to America in the first three wars
What was the approximate population of the French colonies in North America?
About 60,000 settlers
What was the main product of the French colonies that contributed to their valuable fur trade?
Fur
What was the approximate population of the British colonies in North America?
About 1.2 million people
What was the primary reason for the conflicts between European nations in their North American colonies?
Rivalries brought over from Europe
What was the outcome of Britain's series of 18th century wars?
The loss of their Atlantic coast colonies and the rebellion
What was the scope of the wars involving Great Britain, France, and Spain in the 17th and 18th centuries?
Worldwide, with battles in Europe, India, and North America
What was the primary motivation for the wars between European nations in the 17th and 18th centuries?
The control of colonies and their lucrative trade
What was the sentiment of Reverend Samuel Johnson in 1763 regarding the conflicts between the French and the British?
He was miserable about the idea of fighting
What was the primary goal of the European nations involved in the wars of the 17th and 18th centuries?
To gain power and control in Europe and their colonies
What was the outcome of the Seven Years' War (the French and Indian War)?
The British eventually triumphed
What was the Learning Objective related to the Seven Years' War?
To explain the causes and effects of the Seven Years' War
Study Notes
The Seven Years' War (French and Indian War)
- The war began in 1754 and ended in 1763, with the British ultimately triumphing.
- The war was sparked by the French building a chain of forts in the Ohio River Valley, aiming to halt British westward expansion.
- A young George Washington led a militia to stop the French, but was forced to surrender on July 3, 1754.
Early Defeats and the Albany Plan
- The war initially went badly for the British, with General Edward Braddock's 1755 expedition ending in defeat.
- The French and their Algonquin allies ravaged the frontier from Pennsylvania to North Carolina.
- The Albany Plan of Union was developed in 1754, aiming to coordinate colonial defense and provide a system for recruiting troops and collecting taxes.
Previous Wars (King William's War to King George's War)
- King William's War (1689-1697): British failed to capture Quebec from the French.
- Queen Anne's War (1702-1713): British gained Nova Scotia and trading rights in Spanish America.
- King George's War (1744-1748): British captured Louisbourg, but returned it to the French in the peace treaty.
Causes and Effects of the Seven Years' War
- The war marked a shift in European powers' views on the value of their colonies, recognizing the importance of raw materials and trade.
- The war led to significant changes, including the eventual rebellion and loss of Britain's Atlantic coast colonies.
This quiz covers the French and Indian War, also known as the Seven Years' War, which took place from 1754 to 1763 in North America. The war was sparked by the French building forts in the Ohio River Valley, leading to conflict with the British. Learn about the events and significance of this war.
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