Chapter 2 Assessment: Louisiana as a Colony

What is New Orleans's nickname?

• Circle City

• Crescent City

• Star City

Which European country first claimed Louisiana for itself?

• Great Britian

• Spain

• France

What does the name Baton Rouge mean?

• red stick

• large tree

• long river

Which building honors a French King?

• Gallier Hall

• the Cabildo

• St. Louis Cathedral

Which country gained control of Louisiana during the war between France and Great Britian?

• Spain

• France

• Great Britian

Who are Cajun people decendants of?

• Acadians

• Germans

• Islenos

Which industry was brought to Louisiana from Haiti?

• baskets

• corn

• sugar

What is one way Louisiana differs from other states?

• It is divided into parishes.

• It is located along the Mississippi River.

• It was founded by Europeans.

Why did Germans settle along the Mississippi River?

• The location was good for business.

• They wanted to keep exploring the river.

• The land was good for farming.

What did Spain choose to be Louisiana's official language?

• French

• Spanish

• English