The Global Struggle for Supremacy in the Seven Years War

The Seven Years War was a global conflict between Britain and France, with battles in North America, Europe, and beyond. In North America, known as the French and Indian War, Britain emerged victorious, ending French land power in America. In Europe, Prussia and Austria clashed, with Prussia gaining prominence. The war concluded with the Treaty of Paris and the Treaty of Hubertusburg, reshaping global power dynamics. The British victory led to increased taxation in American colonies, sowing seeds for the American War of Independence. France's loss inspired support for American patriots in the Revolutionary War.

What was the primary cause of the conflict between Britain and France in North America?

• Trade routes to Asia

• Access to the Pacific Ocean

• Control of the Mississippi River

• Disputes over the Ohio River Valley

Which event marked the turning point in favor of the British during the French and Indian War?

• Invasion of Pondicherry

• Signing of the Treaty of Paris

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Capture of Quebec City

What was the Diplomatic Revolution?

• A shift in alliances where France allied with Austria

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• The invasion of Saxony by Prussia

• The British naval blockade of French ports

Who initiated the European conflict by invading Saxony?

• King Louis XV

• Tsarina Elizabeth

• George Washington

• Frederick the Great

What was the outcome of the Spanish invasion of Portugal?

• An alliance with Britain

• A successful conquest of Portugal

• A heavy defeat for Spain and France

• The capture of Lisbon

Which treaty ended the French and Indian War in America?

• Treaty of Hubertusburg

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Westphalia

• Treaty of Versailles

What territory did Prussia gain as a result of the Treaty of Hubertusburg?

• Saxony

• Hanover

• Bavaria

• Silesia

How did Britain plan to repay its war debts after the Seven Years' War?

• By taxing its American colonies

• By conquering new territories

• By reducing military expenses

• By selling Florida to Spain

What was a long-term consequence of the British taxation on American colonies?

• The French Revolution

• The War of 1812

• The American War of Independence

• The Industrial Revolution

How did France's loss in the Seven Years' War influence its future actions?

• It resulted in the annexation of Canada

• It caused a naval blockade of British ports

• It led to an alliance with Prussia

• It inspired support for American revolutionaries