New France in 1749

New France in 1749

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History, Geography, Social Studies

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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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.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

The weather

The architecture

The wildlife

The beauty and cultivation of the land

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

10 years

20 years

35 years

50 years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

By boat

By horse-drawn carriage

By foot

By train

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

Their wealth

Their behavior and manners

Their clothing

Their language

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of education did young Canadians prefer?

Scientific education

Practical education

Religious education

Artistic education

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