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 (C)</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 (D)</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 (B)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the seigneurial system in New France?

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

Why were Europeans interested in expanding to North America?

<p>To seek new economic opportunities (B)</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 (D)</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 (C)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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