New France in 1749

In 1749, Swedish naturalist Per Calm visited the Saint Lawrence Valley, noting its beauty and the cultural differences between French and English colonies. Despite the French colony's smaller size, Calm foresaw a bright future. Education in New France leaned towards practical skills, and the harsh winters shaped social life. Elizabeth Begon, a local aristocrat, moved to France, only to find it less appealing than expected.

What did Per Calm find enchanting about the Saint Lawrence Valley?

• The weather

• The architecture

• The wildlife

• The beauty and cultivation of the land

How long had it been since the Saint Lawrence Valley was last attacked by an enemy?

• 10 years

• 20 years

• 35 years

• 50 years

What was the primary mode of transportation between Quebec and Montreal in 1749?

• By boat

• By horse-drawn carriage

• By foot

• By train

What impressed Per Calm the most about the people of Canada?

• Their wealth

• Their behavior and manners

• Their clothing

• Their language

How did the population of New France compare to the English colonies in 1749?

• New France had a larger population

• The English colonies had 20 times more people

• The populations were equal

• New France had 20 times more people

What was a common criticism of the Canadians by visitors like Pierre François Xavier de Charlevoix?

• Their lack of religious faith

• Their aversion to sustained work

• Their lack of education

• Their poor manners

What type of education did young Canadians prefer?

• Scientific education

• Practical education

• Religious education

• Artistic education

How did Canadians adapt to the long winter months?

• By working harder

• By migrating south

• By relaxing and socializing

• By building better homes

What was Elizabeth Begon's opinion of the Canadian winter?

• She loved it

• She was indifferent

• She found it tolerable

• She detested it

What nickname did the aristocrats of Versailles give Elizabeth Begon?

• La Belle

• La Canadienne

• Madame Quebec

• Lyra Quas