Exploring New France: 1714-1755 Quiz

What were the primary responsibilities of the habitants in New France?

• Trading furs with Indigenous peoples

• Farming and cultivating the land

• Exploring new territories

• Building ships for the French navy

Who were the coureurs de bois?

• French farmers in New France

• Independent fur traders

• French military officers

• Indigenous leaders

What was the main role of voyageurs in the fur trade?

• Farming and agriculture

• Building trading posts

• Transporting furs by canoe

• Negotiating treaties with Indigenous peoples

Which of the following was a significant impact of French colonisation in New France?

• The introduction of the English language

• The establishment of a fur trade economy

• The decline of European influence

• The discovery of gold mines

How did the fur trade affect Indigenous relations in New France?

• It led to the complete isolation of Indigenous communities

• It fostered alliances and trade partnerships

• It resulted in the immediate end of Indigenous cultures

• It had no impact on Indigenous relations

What was a common destination for voyageurs during their journeys?

• The Caribbean Islands

• The Hudson Bay area

• The Rocky Mountains

• The Great Plains

Which group primarily worked as intermediaries between French traders and Indigenous peoples?

• Habitants

• Coureurs de bois

• Jesuit missionaries

• British settlers

What was the primary economic activity in New France during the early 18th century?

• Mining

• Agriculture

• Fur trading

• Shipbuilding

Which of the following best describes the lifestyle of the habitants?

• Nomadic and constantly moving

• Urban and industrial

• Rural and agricultural

• Maritime and seafaring

What was a significant challenge faced by the voyageurs?

• Navigating through dense forests

• Building permanent settlements

• Harsh weather conditions and long distances

• Lack of trading partners