SS l3 EXPLORERS AND SETTLERS-INDIANA

Why did the Europeans come to North America? (Check all that apply.)

• There was not enough land in Europe.

• There were not enough jobs in Europe.

• Wars were frequent.

• Some people were treated badly because of their beliefs.

• North America offered them hope for a new life.

Where did the Spanish claim as their own?

• Canada

• Florida and Mexico

• Indiana

• Virginia and Massachusetts

Where did the British claim and settle?

• Virginia and Massachusetts

• Canada

• Florida and Mexico

• Indiana

A ______________ is an area of land that is controlled by an outside government.

• colony

• territory

• ally

• confederacy

An ______________ is a partner or supporter who pledges friendship or help.

• colony

• territory

• ally

• confederacy

__________________ were people who caught animals for their fur.

• Trappers

• Furbys

• Soldiers

• Voyageurs

What were some of the challenges that the French trappers and traders had to face? (Check all that apply.)

• There were no maps.

• Forests were dense ( the trees were close together).

• The forests were full of dangerous animals.

• They were tired and wanted to take a nap.

What did the French build along rivers for protection and trading posts?

• tree houses

• statues

• banks

• forts

Once more Native Americans started trading with the British, how did the French feel?

• They were fine with it.

• They were unhappy because they didn't want the British to take all of their trading business.

• The French held a party, so they could all be friends.

How did the British gain control of the area that is now Indiana?

• They made the best lemonade.

• The British helped the Native Americans defeat the French.

• They stated that they owned it, and everyone left.