Fur Trade Quiz

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Did the Fur Trade take place only in MN and near the Great Lakes?

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No, it took place around the world.

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Why did the fur trade begin?

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The fashion trend for fur hats.

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Did the fur trade continue during the winter season?

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Yes, this is when they did most of the trapping for Beaver pelts.

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What was the North West Company?

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The name of a famous voyageur company.

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Is profit the same as income?

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No, profit is the income left after expenses.

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What happened to fur trading after the War of 1812?

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Only American Citizens were allowed to trade in the U.S.

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What was Snake River known for?

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It was one of the most common locations of a trading post.

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Name two items Europeans may trade with American Indians for beaver fur.

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Tin kettles, glass beads, metal axe heads, etc.

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Name one thing a trader or voyageur might do to increase their human capital.

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Learn multiple languages, get stronger.

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Who was a TRADER in the fur trade?

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Someone who was in charge of one or more trading posts. The more furs he collected, the more money he made.