New France
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Why did Europeans decide to cross the Atlantic Ocean to North America?

  • To escape religious persecution in Europe
  • To expand their economic opportunities and trade routes (correct)
  • To find a shorter route to Asia and the lucrative spice trade
  • To spread their curiosity about the New World
  • Why was it so hard to settle year-round in Early North America?

  • Limited financial support from the home country
  • Lack of interest from European settlers
  • Harsh climate and unfamiliar agricultural conditions (correct)
  • Conflict with indigenous populations
  • What is the sovereign council in New France?

  • A religious council responsible for managing church affairs
  • A council of indigenous leaders and French officials
  • A trade organization responsible for overseeing economic activities
  • The highest governing body consisting of the governor, the intendant, and the bishop (correct)
  • Who was an important figure in the creation of New France due to his exploration of the St. Lawrence River?

    <p>Samuel de Champlain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for expanding across the ocean to North America, as mentioned in the text?

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

    Why was the Church important to the colony of New France?

    <p>To provide education and social services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was important to the creation of New France due to his exploration of the Great Lakes region?

    <p>Jacques Cartier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the seigneurial system in New France?

    <p>A form of feudal land tenure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were Europeans interested in expanding to North America?

    <p>To seek new economic opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for Europeans deciding to cross the Atlantic Ocean to North America?

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

    Why was it challenging to settle year-round in Early North America?

    <p>Harsh climate and unfamiliar environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of the Church in the colony of New France?

    <p>Conversion of indigenous peoples to Christianity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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