Crash Course World History: The Seven Years War

Who called the Seven Years War 'The first world war'?

• Winston Churchill

• George Washington

• John Green

• Napoleon Bonaparte

What years did the Seven Years War officially span?

• 1700-1707

• 1740-1747

• 1754-1763

• 1756-1763

Which two main countries were the Seven Years War mainly fought between?

• Britain and France

• Germany and Russia

• Austria and Prussia

• Spain and Portugal

What was the primary reason behind the Seven Years War according to the video?

• Religious differences

• Trade disputes

• Territorial expansion

• Personal vendettas

What was the outcome for the French in North America after the Seven Years War?

• They gained new territories

• They expanded their territory

• They maintained their territories

• Their presence was greatly reduced

What was a significant consequence of the Seven Years War on Britain's finances?

• The national debt decreased

• There was no significant impact

• The national debt remained the same

• The national debt doubled

Which area was NOT a major theater of the Seven Years War?

• The Caribbean Sea

• India

• Australia

• Continental U.S.

What was the role of American Indians in the Seven Years War?

• They were neutral

• They fought on both sides

• They supported the French

• They supported the British

What was the main peace treaty that ended the Seven Years War?

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Westphalia

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Utrecht

What was the primary commodity sought by the British in Senegal?

• Silk

• Gold

• Spices

• Gum Arabic