New France

European Exploration and Settlement

• Europeans crossed the Atlantic Ocean to North America in search of wealth, power, and new trade opportunities, driven by the Columbian Exchange and the desire to establish colonies.
• The journey was motivated by the desire to spread Christianity, establish new trade routes, and exploit the natural resources of the New World.

Challenges of Settling in Early North America

• Settling year-round in Early North America was difficult due to the harsh climate, lack of supplies, and conflicts with Native American populations.
• The European settlers were not equipped to handle the extreme weather conditions, diseases, and lack of food, leading to high mortality rates.

The Seigneurial System in New France

• The seigneurial system was a feudal system established in New France, where the French Crown granted land to noblemen and wealthy merchants, known as seigneurs, who then rented it to habitants.
• The seigneurial system was based on a hierarchical structure, with the seigneur at the top, followed by the habitants, and then the engagés, who were laborers bound to the seigneur for a specific period.

Test your knowledge of the establishment of New France in North America with this quiz. Explore the reasons for European exploration, key figures in the creation of New France, and the impact of imperialism. Delve into the economic, competitive, religious, and curious motivations behind the transatlantic expeditions.