History of North America: Founding of Montreal

What was Jean Mance's primary goal upon arriving in New France?

• To found a hospital in Montreal

• To establish a trading post

• To start a school

• To become a governor

How did Jean Mance contribute to the defense of the colony?

• By recruiting soldiers

• By loaning money for defense

• By building a fort

• By negotiating with the Iroquois

Who was Paul de Chomedey de Maisonneuve?

• A British explorer

• A Dutch trader

• A French military officer and founder of Montreal

• A Jesuit priest

What strategy did the Iroquois use against the French settlers?

• Naval warfare

• Guerilla warfare

• Siege tactics

• Diplomatic negotiations

What was the impact of the Iroquois attacks on the colony's trade?

• It had no impact on trade

• It increased trade with the British

• It boosted trade with the Dutch

• It shut down the beaver trade

What was the significance of the cross erected by Maisonneuve?

• It was a religious symbol to thank the Virgin Mary

• It was a symbol of victory over the Iroquois

• It was a memorial for fallen soldiers

• It marked the boundary of the colony

What was the outcome of the 1653 effort to save Montreal?

• The Iroquois took control of Montreal

• The colony was abandoned

• The population increased with new volunteers

• The colony was relocated to Quebec City

Who assumed governance of Montreal after it became a royal province?

• The Jesuits

• The governor general and The Sovereign Council

• The British Crown

• The Dutch traders

What role did the Sulpicians play in the history of Montreal?

• They negotiated peace with the Iroquois

• They were the original founders

• They led the military defense

• They took over the colony's ownership

How is Paul de Chomedey de Maisonneuve remembered today?

• As a Jesuit missionary

• As a British governor

• As a Dutch trader

• As a principal founder of Montreal