The Seven Years War

What was the Seven Years War?

• A struggle for global primacy between Britain and France

• A conflict between Britain and Spain over colonies

• A war between Prussia and Austria for dominance in Europe

• A battle between Britain and France for control of India

Where did the Anglo-French conflict over their colonies start?

• North America

• Europe

• India

• Africa

Which war is also known as the French and Indian War?

• The Seven Years War

• The War of Austrian Succession

• The War of Spanish Succession

• The War of the Spanish Succession

Which country ended France's presence as a land power in America?

• Britain

• Spain

• Prussia

• Austria

What was the hotbed of contention between British, French, and Native American forces?

• Upper Ohio River Valley

• Great Lakes

• Canada

• 13 Colonies

What was the deciding factor in the outcome of the French and Indian War?

• Dominance of the British navy

• Superiority of French troops

• Alliance with Native American forces

• Capture of Quebec City

Which territories did Britain seize from France during the war?

• Guadalupe, Martinique, West Africa, and India

• Canada and the Great Lakes

• Pondicherry and some colonies in the West Indies and Senegal

• Louisiana and Florida

What was the cause of the European conflict in the Seven Years War?

• Antagonism between Prussia and Austria

• Anglo-French conflict over colonies

• Spanish invasion of Portugal

• French attempt to win back Silesia

Who made the first move in the war in Europe?

• Frederick the Great of Prussia

• George Washington of Britain

• Serena Elizabeth of Russia

• Prince Elector of Hanover

What did the Treaty of Paris in 1763 result in?

• British victory in the French and Indian War

• French supremacy in Europe

• Return of Cuba and Manila to Spain

• Exchange of Louisiana for Florida