French and Indian War Concepts

The video covers Chapter 6 of the American Pageant, focusing on the Duel for North America. It discusses key figures like Samuel de Champlain and events such as the French and Indian War. The video also explores economic aspects like the beaver trade, cultural influences from Jesuits, and significant treaties like the Treaty of Utrecht. It highlights the role of George Washington and the impact of the Seven Years War. The video concludes with the Albany Congress, British military efforts, and the Proclamation of 1763, emphasizing the tensions between colonists and the British crown.

Who is known as the 'Father of New France'?

• Jacques Cartier

• Samuel de Champlain

• Louis XIV

• Jean Talon

What was the main economic activity that attracted settlers to New France?

• Fishing

• Beaver trade

• Gold mining

• Agriculture

What was the significance of the Treaty of Utrecht?

• It ended the Seven Years War

• It was a trade agreement with Native Americans

• It marked a British victory over Spain and France

• It established New France

Which event marked the beginning of the French and Indian War?

• The signing of the Treaty of Utrecht

• The Albany Congress

• George Washington's defeat in the Ohio River Valley

• The Battle of Quebec

How did William Pitt influence the French and Indian War?

• He was a diplomat who avoided conflict

• He led the French forces to victory

• He introduced new strategies that led to British victories

• He negotiated peace with the French

What was the Albany Congress's goal?

• To unite the colonists against France

• To declare independence from Britain

• To negotiate peace with Native Americans

• To establish a new colonial government

What was the outcome of the Battle of Quebec?

• French victory and control over Canada

• British victory and end of French power in Canada

• A stalemate with no clear winner

• An alliance between French and British forces

What was Pontiac's Uprising?

• A British rebellion against French rule

• An Indian uprising against British expansion

• A Spanish attack on British settlements

• A French revolt against British colonists

What was the purpose of the Proclamation of 1763?

• To allow colonists to expand westward

• To prevent colonists from expanding westward

• To establish new trade routes

• To end the French and Indian War

Why did the Proclamation of 1763 anger the colonists?

• It banned trade with Native Americans

• It forced them to return to Europe

• It restricted their westward expansion

• It increased taxes