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The fur trade.

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Q: What kind of trade in North America did both the French and the British want to control?
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Was Canada originally called british north America?

British North AmericaYes, it was called British North America. This was to designate where we now call Canada. It was called British North America because the British had control over hear and it was to the North of America (It still is). The AcadiansIf you are wondering about the Acadians they lived in where we now call Atlantic Canada but they call Acadia. The Acadians were French Immigrants/Settlers.


Why did William pitt send the military to America?

William Pitt sent his troops to North America to battle the French. Pitt wanted full control of North American and in order to have that he needed to send the French out.


Where did the british empire control an entire continent?

north America The British Empire controlled an entire continent in Australia. The British Empire was the largest empire in history.


By the 1700's the major powers in north America were the?

By the 1700s the major powers in North America were the British, though the French had a substantial amount of power as well. France owned the Louisiana territory which was a major port town.


What were minority rights were guaranteed in the British North American Act?

The British North America Act of 1867 protected French civil laws and the status of the English minority in Quebec, as well as the use of the French language in federal institutions, separate schools (funded by the public, intended for Roman Catholic students in provinces other than Quebec) in each province at the time of Confederation were to retain their rights. Certain minority education rights for Catholics and for provinces were guaranteed in the British North America of 1867.

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How did competition for land in the North America lead to the French and Indian war?

The British gained control of more in the North


What was the main result the French and Indian war?

The British seized control of the eastern half of North America.


What was the main result of the French and Indian War?

The British seized control of the eastern half of North America.


Did the British military dominate the French in North America?

Yes, the British military was largely dominant over the French in North America during the 18th century. This was evident in the outcome of the French and Indian War (1754-1763), where the British emerged victorious and gained control over much of French territories in North America. The subsequent Treaty of Paris in 1763 solidified British dominance in the region.


Was Canada originally called british north America?

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To what extent was the battle of the plains of Abraham the key event in achieving British control over North America?

No. The French won by a landslide.


What were the three issues that caused conflict between the british and french in north America in the 1700s?

The British and French struggled to gain control over North America during the 1700's. The main issues for conflict included passage to tributaries and rivers (which served as international routes), gain over who will control the fur trade, and maximization of land possession.


Which of these conflicts gave the British Empire effective control over North America in the 18th century?

Usatestprep answer: The Seven Years/French and Indian War


Who were building colonies in North America?

Mainly the British, Spanish and French


Who won the french and indean war and what effect did it have on north America?

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What was the source of disagreement between the french and the british in north America?

Canada.


How are the french and british colonization's of north America alike?

we all different