Question

sparks of conflict
multiple choice questions

1. what was one major cause of the french and indian war?

a) competition for control of the fur trade
b) disputes over fishing rights
c) religious differences between french and british settlers
d) cooperation between european powers

1. where did disputes over land primarily occur leading up to the french and indian war?

a) in south america
b) in the ohio river valley
c) in the caribbean islands
d) in europe

1. what larger global conflict was the french and indian war part of?

a) the american revolution
b) world war ii
c) the seven years war
d) the cold war

1. how did the fur trade contribute to the causes of the french and indian war?

a) by promoting peace between french and british colonists
b) by reducing tensions over trade routes
c) by encouraging cooperation between native american tribes
d) by intensifying competition between france and great britain

1. why were conflicts between european powers in europe significant for north america?

a) they led to the establishment of new colonies
b) they caused economic instability
c) they often spilled over into conflicts in north america
d) they resulted in the migration of native american tribes

Explanation:

1. The fur - trade was a major economic interest leading to conflict.
2. The Ohio River Valley was a contested area.
3. The French and Indian War was part of the Seven Years' War globally.
4. The fur - trade increased tensions between France and Britain.
5. European power struggles often affected North America.

Answer:

1. A. Competition for control of the fur trade
2. B. In the Ohio River Valley
3. C. The Seven Years' War
4. D. By intensifying competition between France and Great Britain
5. C. They often spilled over into conflicts in North America