History of New France and Quebec City

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What was the primary reason for establishing Quebec City as a permanent settlement?

To explore the Arctic regions

To enhance the fur trade (correct)

To provide education to Native peoples

To develop agriculture

What was L'Abitation?

A religious institution

The first school in New France

The first fortified trading post (correct)

A marketplace for farmers

Which of the following bodies of water did Champlain explore?

Richelieu River (correct)

Lake Superior

Mississippi River

Hudson Bay

Who were the first farmers in New France?

Louis Hebert and his family Signup and view all the answers

Which organization took over the oversight of the fur trade in 1627?

The Company of a Hundred Associates Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of colonization?

To claim land and benefit the mother country. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines a mother country?

A state that exploits territories outside its own. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a trading post colony?

Exploitation of natural resources with temporary European residents. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a settlement colony from other types of colonies?

It involves permanent settlement by colonists. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following examples represents a colony as defined in the content?

An overseas territory being ruled by France. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the seigneurial system in New France?

To encourage land development and attract settlers Signup and view all the answers

Who were the censitaires in the seigneurial system?

Peasants who rented land from the seigneur Signup and view all the answers

What year did Samuel de Champlain found Québec City?

1608 Signup and view all the answers

What is a seigneury?

A large plot of land owned by the seigneur Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the key reasons for choosing Quebec City as the settlement location?

Easy navigation control on the St. Lawrence River Signup and view all the answers

Why were rivers important in the seigneurial system?

They were crucial for irrigation, transport, and communication Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the population were censitaires?

98% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following contributions was made by Champlain to New France?

Bringing the first farmer and establishing settlers Signup and view all the answers

What was the fortified trading post established by Champlain in Quebec City called?

L'Abitation Signup and view all the answers

Who was brought to New France as the first soldiers to defend against the Iroquois Confederacy?

A group of French soldiers Signup and view all the answers

What was the first step in the fur trade process in New France?

Indigenous people hunted, killed, and skinned animals. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the French King grant a monopoly over the fur trade?

To financially benefit from the fur trade and support the colony. Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the fur trade's profitability?

The population of New France remained low. Signup and view all the answers

What transformation occurred to the furs after they were brought to France?

They were crafted into hats by French artisans. Signup and view all the answers

What agreement did the Company of 100 Associates make with the French King?

To provide money and bring settlers to the colony. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the Seigneur's responsibilities within the seigneurial system?

Census of the seigneurie Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a right granted to the Censitaire?

Protection from the Seigneur Signup and view all the answers

What was a financial obligation of the Seigneur to the Church?

Tithe (church tax) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following responsibilities is NOT mentioned for the Seigneur?

Building houses Signup and view all the answers

What labor obligation did the Censitaire have towards the Seigneur?

Three days of unpaid labor per year Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the primary reasons the French wanted to strengthen their relationship with Indigenous peoples?

To obtain more furs Signup and view all the answers

Which Indigenous group did the French ally with in 1616?

Huron-Wendat Confederacy Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the French alliances with Indigenous peoples?

The Iroquois allied with the Thirteen Colonies Signup and view all the answers

What role did missionaries play in the French-Indigenous relations?

They sought to convert Indigenous peoples to Christianity Signup and view all the answers

Which group did the British encourage to attack French settlements?

The Iroquois Confederacy Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the destruction of Huronia in 1649?

The Iroquois aimed to remove the Hurons from the fur trade. Signup and view all the answers

What motivated the French to explore further into North America after the Huron conflict?

The need for new trading allies. Signup and view all the answers

What is an economic staple?

The most important economic activity for exports Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding the territorial changes by 1745?

New France expanded deeper into the continent. Signup and view all the answers

What does mercantilism emphasize regarding exports and imports?

Exports must exceed imports Signup and view all the answers

What role did the Algonquians play in the introduction of the French to the Huron people?

They facilitated the initial contact. Signup and view all the answers

What role did colonies play under mercantilism?

They provided natural resources to the mother country Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary economic staple in New France before being replaced?

Furs Signup and view all the answers

Which key feature is included in the 1645 map of New France?

The scale shows 150 km. Signup and view all the answers

How did mercantilism affect the colonies economically?

They depended entirely on the mother country for goods Signup and view all the answers

What type of goods were primarily produced in the mother country?

All manufactured products Signup and view all the answers

What was a key reason for European countries to establish colonies?

To create markets for selling manufactured goods Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best represents the concept depicted in the diagram of mercantilism?

Colonies supply raw materials to the colonizing country Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary reason for conflict between New France and the Thirteen Colonies?

Competition for fur trade profits Signup and view all the answers

How did New France's expansion impact the Thirteen Colonies?

It threatened the Thirteen Colonies' territorial expansion Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the conflict between New France and the Thirteen Colonies?

New France was conquered in 1760 Signup and view all the answers

Which European countries were involved in the territorial claims illustrated in the map of La Nouvelle-France?

France, England, and Spain Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a feature indicated on the map of La Nouvelle-France?

Military forts Signup and view all the answers