Fur Trade- Ch 5

Which person was responsible for day-to-day business at the trading post?

• clerk
• trader
• voyageur

Which of these three people in the fur trade could not usually read or write?

• clerk
• trader
• voyageur

Which of these did Native American women NOT do to help with the fur trade?

• clean and prepare pelts
• translate
• trade goods
• carry canoes at portages

Why did missionaries come to Minnesota?

• For fame and adventure
• The enjoy 10,000 lakes
• Convert Native Americans to Christianity
• To trap beavers and muskrats

Why did explorers come to Minnesota?

• For fame and adventure
• To convert Native Americans to Christianity
• To marry Native American women
• To see the Land of 10,000 Lakes

Which of these was a status symbol in Europe that showed wealth?

• Pelt hat
• Knit hat
• Denim jeans
• iPhone

The fur trade was always peaceful and everyone always got along.

• True
• False

What is it called when a voyageur had to carry the canoe long distances over land?

• Hike
• Portage
• Pillage
• Trek

Which of these is not something Native Americans taught Europeans to make and use?

• Canoe
• Snow Shoes
• Toboggan
• Tin Kettle

Who was the wealthiest person involved in the fur trade?

• Clerk
• Trader
• Voyageur
• Native Americans