USA HISTORY

THE ROAD TO REVOLUTION 1700 1774

THE FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR CAUSES EFFECTS SUMMARY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What did the French colonists rely on for transportation in the colonies?
A
interstate highways
B
lakes and rivers
C
hot air balloons
D
horse and buggies
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -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.

Detailed explanation-2: -These relations sustained the business of the fur trade. The French traded iron tools, kettles, wool blankets and other supplies for the furs to make hats, while Native peoples exchanged furs for goods from around the world.

Detailed explanation-3: -A private colony In an effort to establish a stable agricultural economy, the French encouraged colonists to grow crops such as tobacco, indigo, and rice. The French also assisted in developing the deerskin trade, which became the colony’s single most profitable economic enterprise.

Detailed explanation-4: -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.

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