Causes of French & Indian War Video

Which two major powers were involved in the French and Indian War?

• French and Dutch

• French and Spanish

• British and Spanish

• British and French

What was the primary reason for the French and Indian War?

• Political alliances

• Territorial expansion

• Trade disputes

• Religious differences

What strategic location did both Britain and France recognize as important?

• The area around present-day Miami, Florida

• The area around present-day Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

• The area around present-day New York

• The area around present-day Washington, D.C.

Who was the young military leader sent by the Governor of Virginia to protect English claims?

• George Washington

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

What was the outcome of George Washington's initial encounter with French troops?

• He was forced to surrender

• He was captured and imprisoned

• He negotiated peace

• He retreated without conflict