Michigan History

Front

Why did the French want to explore the Great Lakes?

Back

To find the Northwest Passage, To trade furs, To teach Native Americans about God

Front

Which is a negative consequence of the logging industry?

Back

The trees were all gone

Front

Who won the Toledo Strip?

Back

Ohio

Front

What two minerals were found in the Upper Peninsula?

Back

Iron Ore and Copper

Front

Why did the French come to Michigan?

Back

They wanted beaver furs

Front

What happened after the French lost control to the British?

Back

The British took control of the fur trade.

Front

How did the pioneers first travel to Michigan?

Back

wagons

Front

Why did the French come to Michigan?

Back

They were looking for a sailing route to China.

Front

Why did the French and British fight in a war?

Back

They both wanted to control the fur trade.

Front

Different groups of people controlled Michigan at various times. Which order is correct? 1. The Americans
2. The British
3. The French
4. The Native Americans, 1. The Native Americans
2. The French
3. The British
4. The Americans, 1. The Native Americans
2. The Americans
3. The French
4. The British

Back

1. The Native Americans
2. The French
3. The British
4. The Americans