USA HISTORY

SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732

NORTH AMERICAN EXPLORATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What was an important economic activity for North American French settlements?
A
slave trade
B
food trade
C
fur trade
D
disease trade
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -But the fur trade was the real economic driver of New France . The harvesting of furs created wealth, stimulated the exploration of the continent and created alliances with many Aboriginal peoples.

Detailed explanation-2: -The fur trade was the most important industry in New France. With the money they made from furs, the French sent settlers to Canada. These were mainly traders and religious missionaries. Missionaries worked to convert Indigenous people to Christianity.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fur trading French and Dutch colonizers focused on trading furs with Native American tribes in North America.

Detailed explanation-4: -France’s diversified economy is led by tourism, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. The government has partially or fully privatized many large companies but maintains a strong presence in such sectors as power, public transport, and defense.

Detailed explanation-5: -France established colonies in much of eastern North America, on several Caribbean islands, and in South America. Most colonies were developed to export products such as fish, rice, sugar, and furs.

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