Worksheets4C Wk 9 Art 7 René Robert Cavelier 11/10
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 6mins
Who was René Robert Cavelier, Sieur de la Salle, and what was he known for?
He was a French explorer known for claiming the Mississippi River and its basin for France.
He was a Spanish conquistador who discovered the Pacific Ocean.
He was an English navigator who circumnavigated the globe.
He was an Italian merchant who traveled to China.
In what year did La Salle join his brother in New France, and what is this area now called?
1666; it is now called Canada.
1675; it is now called Quebec.
1680; it is now called Ontario.
1650; it is now called Montreal.
Why did La Salle leave France to go to New France?
To escape his commitment to the Jesuit priesthood.
To search for gold and riches.
To join a military expedition.
To become a merchant in the fur trade.
What was La Salle's main goal in exploring the North American wilderness?
To find a water route to the Pacific Ocean that would provide access to China.
To establish fur trading posts for France.
To search for gold and other valuable minerals.
To create alliances with Native American tribes.
La Salle successfully navigated the Ohio River to its mouth on his first attempt.
True
False
What did La Salle claim for France when he reached the Gulf of Mexico by canoeing down the Mississippi River?
He claimed all land whose water drained into the Mississippi River for France.
He claimed only the city of New Orleans for France.
He claimed the land west of the Mississippi River for France.
He claimed only the Gulf Coast for France.
What was the name given to the land La Salle claimed, and after whom was it named?
Louisiana, named after King Louis XIV.
New France, named after King Francis I.
Quebec, named after Queen Elizabeth I.
Florida, named after King Ferdinand II.
What happened to La Salle during his final voyage in 1683?
A navigation error caused him to miss the Mississippi River, and he ended up in what is now Texas. He established Fort Saint Louis, but many settlers died or deserted, and La Salle was eventually killed.
He successfully reached the Mississippi River and established a thriving colony that lasted for decades.
He returned to France without any significant incidents and was celebrated for his achievements.
He was captured by Spanish forces and taken prisoner, ending his exploration career.
Which river did La Salle famously explore and claim for France?
The St. Lawrence River
The Nile River
The Amazon River
The Mississippi River
What was one major challenge La Salle faced during his expeditions?
Severe droughts in the region
Frequent pirate attacks on his ships
Lack of support from the French government
Hostile encounters with Native American tribes
La Salle's explorations contributed to the expansion of which European country's territory in North America?
France
Spain
England
Portugal
