French Colonization of the Americas

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French Colonization of the Americas

What was the main motivation for French colonization of the Americas?

Religious freedom

Desire for new trade routes

Search for gold and silver

Expansion of their empire

What was the name of the French colony in North America located in present-day Canada?

New Orleans

New France

Louisiana

New England

Which French figure is known for establishing the colony of Louisiana and founding the city of New Orleans?

Jacques Cartier

Samuel de Champlain

Robert de La Salle

Jean-Baptiste Colbert

Restate and answer the following question: How does French colonization in North America affect you today?

Restate and answer the following question: How does French colonization in North America affect you today?