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What is the difference between imperialism and colonialism?

  • Imperialism and colonialism are essentially the same thing.
  • Imperialism is the practice of creating settlements in a distant country to extend power, while colonialism involves extending power over another country through negotiations or military force.
  • Imperialism involves extending power over another country through negotiations or military force, while colonialism is the practice of creating settlements in a distant country to extend power. (correct)
  • Imperialism is the division of land between seigneurs, while colonialism is the renting of land to the habitant.
  • What was the role of the seigneur in the New France settlement?

  • The seigneur was a representative of the king in New France.
  • The seigneur divided the land and rented it to the habitant, and used the earnings to set up a mill and build a church. (correct)
  • The seigneur was in charge of negotiating with other countries for the benefit of New France.
  • The seigneur was responsible for farming the land and dividing the crops among the habitants.
  • What was the purpose of sending 'Fille de roi' to New France?

  • To establish educational institutions in the colonies.
  • To work in the mills set up by the seigneurs.
  • To marry the habitant and help in the farming of the land. (correct)
  • To serve as representatives of the king in the colonies.
  • How did the habitant contribute to the seigneur?

    <p>The habitant paid a portion of his earnings to the seigneur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the king of New France do with the land?

    <p>The king gave the governor of New France land to be divided between several seigneurs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Imperialism vs. Colonialism

    • ** Imperialism:** refers to a policy of extending a nation's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.
    • Colonialism: refers to the establishment of settlements and colonies in a foreign territory, which often involves the exploitation of resources and people.

    The Role of the Seigneur in New France

    • Seigneur: was a landowner granted land by the King of France in New France. They were responsible for developing and settling their land.
    • Responsibilities of the Seigneur: Included granting land to habitants (farmers), overseeing local affairs like justice and church matters, and paying taxes to the French Crown.
    • Relationship with Habitant: Seigneurs had a feudal relationship with the habitants. The habitants owed the seigneurs loyalty and service, including working on the seigneur's land for a certain number of days each year.

    Purpose of "Filles du Roi"

    • Filles du Roi: were young women sent to New France from France.
    • Purpose: Encouraged settlement and population growth. The king arranged marriages with colonists (habitant men), leading to the establishment of families and contributing to the colony's growth.

    Contribution of the Habitant to the Seigneur

    • Habitant: Farmers who received land grants from the seigneurs. They were responsible for farming the land, paying taxes, and offering services to the seigneur.
    • Services: Included work on the seigneur's land (corvée), maintenance of roads and bridges, and participating in local militia.

    The King's Role in Land Ownership

    • The King of France, considered himself the ultimate owner of all the land in New France.
    • Land Grants: He granted land to seigneurs, who then granted it to habitants.
    • Feudal System: This system tied the land to the Crown, the seigneurs, and the habitants, reflecting the feudal system of the time.

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    Test your knowledge of French colonialism in Canada with this quiz. Explore how the French preserved their way of life and established settlements in Canada, and learn about the concepts of imperialism and colonialism along the way.

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