French Settlers in Canada

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Who was the French explorer that helped start the first French settlement in Acadia?

  • Edward Cornwallis
  • Jean de Biencourt
  • Jacques Cartier
  • Pierre Dugua de Mons (correct)

What made the first winter on Île Sainte-Croix so hard for the settlers?

  • It was hard to find fresh water and food (correct)
  • There were pirates nearby
  • There were not enough schools
  • They didn't like the weather

What did the British want the Acadians to do?

  • Move to Québec City
  • Swear loyalty to Britain (correct)
  • Become fur traders
  • Join the army

Why were beaver furs so valuable?

<p>They were used to make popular hats in England (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Port Royal called today?

<p>Annapolis Royal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Mi'kmaq, and how did they help the Acadians?

<p>The Mi'kmaq are an Indigenous people native to the Atlantic region of Canada. They helped the Acadians by sharing knowledge of the land, teaching survival skills, and engaging in trade.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened during the Expulsion of the Acadians?

<p>Beginning in 1755, the British forcibly removed thousands of Acadians from their homes in Nova Scotia and surrounding areas because they refused to swear an unconditional oath of loyalty to Britain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Samuel de Champlain do that was important for New France?

<p>Samuel de Champlain founded Québec City in 1608, established key settlements, explored vast territories, forged alliances with Indigenous groups, and mapped much of the region.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Acadians not want to take sides between Britain and France?

<p>The Acadians wished to remain neutral to protect their families, communities, land, and unique culture, and avoid conflict between the competing empires of Britain and France.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one food the French settlers grew in New France.

<p>Wheat</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Who was Pierre Dugua de Mons?

He was the French explorer who helped start the first French settlement in Acadia.

First winter hardship in Île Sainte-Croix?

It was hard to find fresh water and food during the first winter on Île Sainte-Croix.

British Demand of Acadians?

The British wanted the Acadians to swear loyalty to Britain.

Why were beaver furs valuable?

They were used to make popular hats in England.

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Port Royal Today?

Port Royal is called Annapolis Royal today.

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Who were the Mi'kmaq?

The Mi'kmaq were a First Nations people. They helped the Acadians by sharing their knowledge of the land and resources.

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Expulsion of the Acadians?

During the Expulsion of the Acadians, many Acadians were deported from their homes by the British.

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Samuel de Champlain's Importance?

Samuel de Champlain established the first permanent French settlement in New France, which was important for establishing French presence in North America.

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Acadian Neutrality?

They wanted to remain neutral and maintain their way of life without getting involved in the conflicts between the two European powers.

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French Settler Crop?

One food the French settlers grew in New France was wheat.

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Study Notes

  • Pierre Dugua de Mons was the French explorer who helped start the first French settlement in Acadia.
  • The first winter on Île Sainte-Croix was difficult for the settlers because fresh water and food were hard to find.
  • The British wanted the Acadians to swear loyalty to Britain.
  • Beaver furs were valuable because they were used to make popular hats in England.
  • Port Royal is called Annapolis Royal today.
  • The Mi'kmaq were a First Nations people who helped the Acadians.
  • During the Expulsion of the Acadians, Acadians were deported.
  • Samuel de Champlain did important things for New France by establishing Quebec.
  • The Acadians did not want to take sides between Britain and France because they wanted to remain neutral.
  • French settlers grew crops, such as wheat, in New France.

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