New France

To revive the Silk Road trade route and gain access to Asian goods

To expand their economic opportunities and compete with other European powers (correct)

To satisfy their curiosity about the new lands and people

To establish religious dominance and convert the indigenous population

Limited knowledge of agriculture and farming techniques

Lack of financial support from the home country

Harsh climate and unfamiliar environment (correct)

Hostile indigenous resistance

A governing body comprising only French nobility

A governing body comprising the governor, the intendant, and the bishop (correct)

An advisory council for religious matters involving clergy and missionaries

A council responsible for overseeing economic activities and trade, involving merchants and traders