Frontiersman Colbert's Journey

The video follows frontiersman Colbert as he builds a cabin in the Georgia swamps, using local materials and trading furs for supplies. It highlights the challenges of construction, the importance of resourcefulness, and the historical significance of the fur trade in North America. The process of preparing furs for market and their economic impact is also discussed.

What is the main activity Colbert is engaged in during the hot day?

• Fishing in the river

• Exploring the swamps

• Hunting for food

• Building a cabin

How does Colbert decide where to use the materials he finds?

• He asks for advice from locals

• He follows a strict blueprint

• He uses them randomly

• He considers where they best fit

What is Colbert's plan to acquire more building supplies?

• Using recycled materials

• Trading furs

• Borrowing from neighbors

• Growing his own materials

What role did fur trading play in North American history?

• It was banned in the 18th century

• It helped fuel the economy and expansion

• It was a minor economic activity

• It was only important in Europe

What percentage of furs today come from animals raised on fur farms?

• 70%

• 60%

• 80%

• 50%

What is the first step Colbert takes in preparing a beaver pelt?

• Dyeing the fur

• Cleaning off meat and tissue

• Cutting it into pieces

• Stretching it on a board

Why is a beaver pelt considered a valuable catch?

• It is rare in the wild

• It is used for making clothes

• It is worth more than a raccoon pelt

• It is easy to catch

What does Colbert do to ensure the pelt dries properly?

• He applies a drying chemical

• He leaves it in the sun

• He stretches it on a board

• He uses a special drying machine

What is the estimated value range of a beaver pelt compared to a raccoon pelt?

• 5 to 10 times

• 10 to 20 times

• 2 to 5 times

• 8 to 15 times

What does Colbert hope to achieve by selling the pelts?

• Purchase building supplies

• Start a fur farm

• Invest in more land

• Buy a new cabin